Fall 2013

Fall 2013

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Night time thoughts

It's 4:16am and I've been up with Maia for about an hour. She's had brief periods of restlessness and periods of sleep. There have been some movements that the nurse and I are both concerned may be seizures. Nothing like the generalized tonic-clonic one that brought us to the ED, but they don't seem to be purposeful motion. She has rubbed her nose a few times, too. But, that remains all the response we've seen so far.

On Tuesday when we were in the emergency room, I heard God's voice very clearly saying, "I've chosen a different path for Maia." Now what that means, I have no idea. But, it did remind me that He is the one in control. Not me. And I trust His goodness, His mercy, His compassion.

The evil one does everything that he can to steal our happiness and joy. And he would like nothing more than to see me paralyzed in fear right now. I admit that it's hard not to give in to that. My heart is breaking for my sweet girl.

So in the midst of this uncertainty, there are truths that I choose to claim.

  • By His wounds, you have been healed. 1 Peter 2:24
  • For I am the LORD who heals you. Exodus 15:26
  • For He has torn, but He will heal us. He has stricken, but He will bind up. After two days He will revive us; On the third day He will raise us up, That we may live in His sight. Hosea 6:1-3
  • For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
  • There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. 1 John 4:18
  • Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable. He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases powerThough youths grow weary and tired, and vigorous young men stumble badly, yet those who wait for the LORD will gain new strength ; They will mount up with wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary.  Isaiah 40:28-30
  • Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 

13 comments:

  1. Oh Melanie, I am so sorry you are going through this tough time right now. Please know as you sit by Maia, that I am praying for you an her. I pray our Father gives you strength and awakens Maia. Lots of hugs from you RR family and sister in Christ Jenny

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  2. Melanie and Mark.... We are praying. Praying that God would lay His gentle hand on Maia and touch her little body. Praying that the infection would leave. Praying for wisdom for the doctors. Praying that He would grant you strength and peace. Praying that you would feel His presence today and every day. Love you both. If you need anything - PLEASE LET US KNOW!! We can rally the troops for you. Just let us know. covenantb@yahoo.com

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  3. Praying for your little girl. We had a similar experience years ago, 4/15 she turned 15 years old. Time somehow is different when you have a child in the hospital... minutes and days have a new rhythm. Stay positive...

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  4. We're praying here too Melanie & Mark. God is good. He is there, with little Maia, even now. Hold on to Jesus.

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  5. Mark and Melanie,

    Came over from Julie Nalle's page. I am praying for your little girl and you both as well.

    Heather in NH.

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  6. Praying for you, your family and your precious little girl. It is awesome that you are sharing with the world your trust and faith in GOD. "We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 HE is with you and will NEVER leave you! Praying, praying, praying!
    Love the Hinz Family
    http://godsarrowsinourquiver.blogspot.com

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  7. *HUGS* Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers!!!

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  8. Sending prayers you way. Please know that lots of people are praying for your little girl

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  9. Standing in agreement for prayers for your precious Maia, for by His stripes She is healed! God bless

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  10. Hi Melanie and Mark- my name's Caleb. I don't know if you remember me as it has been almost two years since we last met, but we were all together one night in December 2010 at the Il Patio restaurant in Ukraine having dinner together when you were bringing Maia home. It looks like she has blossomed so MUCH since then!!! Me and my entire family will most definitely be praying for Maia and you guys as you go through this time. God Bless You! Caleb

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  11. I am praying for Maia and the rest of your family.

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  12. Saying prayers for Maia, you and the medical personnel caring for her. Nights in the hospital are so difficult. It is then that the fears and doubts creep in. I will say extra prayers for you tonight!

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  13. Praying for your family, especially your sweet daughter.

    The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning - Lamentations 3:22-23

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