Dad was appointed another day on Wednesday. This too, is from the LORD. While we pray that his suffering may soon come to an end, we recognize God's goodness in allotting dad yet another day on Wednesday. He was more awake on Wednesday - this has pros and cons. When dad is a bit awake, he is quite confused, but he is not forgetful. What I mean by that is that Dad recognizes certain people - he recognizes voices, he holds hands, he says our names, he enjoys our singing, he enjoys the reading of scripture etc. It is hard to imagine what dad is thinking and it must be difficult for him to want to communicate more with us, but he is unable. The difficult think for dad, and for us to witness, is dad's frustration and confusion. He was quite agitated yesterday at certain times but when that happens, we try to sing dad's beloved Psalms and Hymns.
On Wednesday, when we told dad certain people were here, or when people spoke with him he did respond as though he knew exactly about whom we were speaking. Today, dad's sister from Ontario is coming - we pray that dad will recognize her voice as well. As well, today Joanna (Chris' wife) and children are arriving. We pray for travelling mercies for all - also Uncle Ron (mom's brother) and Aunt Ina who are driving from Ontario.
We wait on the LORD - His will be done - We pray that He will redeem His servant from this earthly suffering and bring him into the great mansions above.
We are truly blessed to be able to:
Praise God from whom all blessing flow!
Chris
Even if your dad cannot communicate his thoughts and praise, I'm sure he derives great comfort from hearing his wife and children voicing it for him through psalms, hymns and prayers! And his thoughts are known to God! May God answer your prayers and surround you all with His love and care! We are thankful Jo and the kids will be with you soon, D.V.
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We appreciate this update, Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. As we consider our ways, let us hold fast to the comforting confession formulated by the Reformed churches in Lord's Day 1 of the HC.
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I to am following your blog and appreciate being kept informed about Pieter's condition. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time. Please be assured that you are loved and thought of frequently. May God bless you and keep you.
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als U tot zich neemt
wat altijd van U is geweest
Voor jou nog maar een korte tijd
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Voor jou nog maar een korte tijd
tussen
afscheid
en nooit meer te worden verlaten
Je hebt straks
alles wat je nodig hebt
nooit meer honger, nooit meer pijn
wat kan ik hier nog voor je wensen?
Al ben je straks verlost van al je noden
van al je pijn
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de lege plek zal zich moeilijk laten vullen
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wees met ons
vertroost ons
als wij moeten loslaten
wat Uw hand begon.
I hope this will comfort you.
Garry and Jeanette Wattel and Children