First Report 2008 9/11

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Mom Steffes 2008 9/11 11:43am

Mom Steffes, my wife's mother, had about half her stomach removed a week ago yesterday due to cancer. Pathology reports have shown cancer in the lymph nodes around that area. Doctors have told us there is a need for chemotherapy. Last night a radiologist came in and spoke about radiation treatments. This was new to all of us. It was not pleasant news. He also gave a prognosis of up to 40 months, but didn't believe she would make it that long.

He told us that he was in disagreement with the other doctors, so we are somewhat confused about all this. The doctors are all suppose to meet sometime today and discuss her situation and then get back to us.

Interesting how God knows just what you need. In my devotions this morning He took me to Psalm 112.
Psa 112:4 Light shines in the darkness for the godly. They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.
Psa 112:5 Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly.
Psa 112:6 Such people will not be overcome by evil. Those who are righteous will be long remembered.
Psa 112:7 They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them.
Psa 112:8 They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly.
Psa 112:9 They share freely and give generously to those in need. Their good deeds will be remembered forever. They will have influence and honor.
Psa 112:10 The wicked will see this and be infuriated. They will grind their teeth in anger; they will slink away, their hopes thwarted. (NLT)

I believe Mom & Dad Steffes can claim these promises. Their whole Christian life has been a generous giving of themselves and all they have to help many.

Others have sent passages that help them in times like these. I am grateful for my many friends. May God richly bless you. May we all know the fearlessness mentioned in Psalm 112.