Sunday, February 22, 2009

Blessing Upon Blessing

I (Lori) had finally convinced Todd to go home and get some sleep, when after about an hour, he got called back because her lungs have filled with fluid, and her body is wearing down. What a true blessing it is to sit and watch her boys, one on each side of her bed, each holding a hand, pray over her and then sing several songs of worship. But then, muffled by her breathing mask, Mrs. Vickey starts them off on the next song! "He is the King of Kings. He is the Lord of Lords, His name is Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, oh, He is my King!" How precious, and such a blessing to be a witness of this remarkable moment from such a remarkable woman. Isn't that a true testimony of the woman of God that she is? I am reminded of Paul and Silas in their prison cell at midnight after a beating and singing praises in spite of their pain. God sent an earthquake to free them from their prison cell, and I won't be surprised a bit if the hospital starts shaking any minute to free her from the prison that her body has become. We are so thankful for Jesus, and the gift of salvation that He bought for each of us with His precious blood. The enemy of our souls might think he's winning a battle right now, but He's not. He might be destroying her body, but none can destroy her soul. We are thankful that soon she will have her new body, and will be living the life that Jesus died to give to her.

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  1. Lori, we are with all of you in our prayers and thoughts, especially tonight.

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  2. Thank you for sharing such personal thoughts and feelings with us during this difficult time. I have been touched by the strength of faith in God that has been shown by Vickey and the entire Smith family. It's obvious that your family is truly blessed and loved. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight. God bless.

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  3. Thanks, Lori. You are all a testimony to how sufficient is the grace of God. We have certainly NOT been short changed! We continue to pray for all of you and love you greatly.

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  4. Lori and all of the Smith crew,

    It is truly a blessing and encouragement to see God's Grace in action - being lived out in the middle of such difficult times. It is testimonies like this that encourage the body of Christ to press on. Thank you all so much for sharing your journey with us on this blog. God is already using it!

    Praying for all of you!
    Kelli Peterson

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