tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post1153620542973887198..comments2023-07-25T10:30:45.058-05:00Comments on Greg's Place: Thoracic Surgery Scheduled Feb 9Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-49955177434997196732009-02-08T11:46:01.000-06:002009-02-08T11:46:01.000-06:00Greetings My Man Greg,It has been my good fortune ...Greetings My Man Greg,<br>It has been my good fortune to have sailed the seven seas, experiencing rewarding adventures, returning safely to port. Navigating the world involved depending on light houses to provide safe passage toward havens of safety. In preparing for my lesson today I came across this commentary, "The central feature of God's redemptive work is The Covenant. By the covenant with God, Israel was created as God's holy People, and by the New Covenant in Jesus, the New Israel - the Church - is called into being."<br>We see in you that light which gives consistent guidance toward a better appreciation of God's covenant and feeling of secureness in His presence. Know that our prayers will ask that your light be brightened and give thanks for your special message to us. If you have a need, call and we will come.<br>God Bless,<br>BoB E. & Sandra<br>BoB & Sandranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-48453745870882840442009-02-04T18:19:13.000-06:002009-02-04T18:19:13.000-06:00Greg,Grace is big in you. Jesus redeemed you body ...Greg,<br>Grace is big in you. Jesus redeemed you body and soul and I'll remind Him of that often between now and Feb 9. God bless you dear one.<br>Godspeed,<br>Martin Ban<br>Santa Fe<br>Martin Bannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-63441527189032250382009-02-04T14:06:16.000-06:002009-02-04T14:06:16.000-06:00Hi Greg: Thank you for update. I will be praying f...Hi Greg: Thank you for update. I will be praying for you on Feb 9 surgery, yes, I have greatly respect for Dr. Hofstetter too, you are a courageous young man, I pray that God keep give you strengh and courage to go through the journey and you will come out with Ned.God bless you.<br>winnie krienkenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-36520131411865730272009-02-03T02:36:24.000-06:002009-02-03T02:36:24.000-06:00The battle rages on! Continuing your aggressive ap...The battle rages on! Continuing your aggressive approach does make sense; I'm glad the Lord is giving you strength to persevere. I'm struck with how close the Lord lets our enemies get to us at times. The Egyptians pursuit of the Israelites in the Red Sea; the devil and Christ in the desert; Saul and David on many occasions. Yet the victory is won. Your hope in the resurrection and your obedience to follow the Lord's leading through these battles are so honoring to Him and inspiring to us. Thanks for letting us have a part through our prayers and other forms of assistance. Love and prayers for you and Christine, Madeleine<br>Madeleinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-46627329404828549462009-02-02T15:53:35.000-06:002009-02-02T15:53:35.000-06:00i agree with all of it except for the more chemo j...i agree with all of it except for the more chemo just for fun! After my last surgery, I said "no thank you"!<br>kimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-40346155604126117572009-02-02T14:17:48.000-06:002009-02-02T14:17:48.000-06:00Greg,You are my HERO!! That's the way to play ...Greg,<br>You are my HERO!! That's the way to play ball!!<br>My man, pots and pans, knock it out of the park!<br>John<br>John Ciavolanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-62885042046196603162009-02-02T10:03:52.000-06:002009-02-02T10:03:52.000-06:00Greg, praying for you.Greg, praying for you.<br>GLhttp://commongroundsonline.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-69344084006130017692009-02-02T09:02:30.000-06:002009-02-02T09:02:30.000-06:00Greg,We will all be praying for you for Feb 9--may...Greg,<br>We will all be praying for you for Feb 9--may the Lord be guiding the surgeon's hands! May the Lord help you as you try to live in the tension of not recklessly testing your freedom in Christ while enjoying your security in Him (love that image)!<br>Love in Christ,<br>Miriam & Andrew<br>Miriam Pattersonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-53477921791281703942009-02-02T08:51:55.000-06:002009-02-02T08:51:55.000-06:00My prayers are with you Greg.My prayers are with you Greg.<br>Annette Yudizky, RNnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-44890714267694944962009-02-02T08:25:49.000-06:002009-02-02T08:25:49.000-06:00Greetings, Greg:Thank you for the update of the &q...Greetings, Greg:<br>Thank you for the update of the "journey you did not choose". Marilyn and I pray for you as you faithfully, spiritually and physically travel this road called "cancer survival". When we read this update we were reminded of the quote from the book entitled: HOPE IN THE FACE OF CANCER...a survival guide for the journey you did not choose...written by Amy Givler, M.D..."Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors," the African proverb goes.."and I do not want to become a skillful sailor..but given a choice I'd still choose smooth seas. I don't like to suffer, but I have to keep reminding myself that it's the only way to become a skillful sailor. God will be with me in the roughest seas and through the fiercest gales." I am finding that out as I travel that journey called "cancer" as well. I also think this is what James meant when he worte in the Bible, "Dear brothers and sisters, whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy. For when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything."<br>Marilyn and I will continue to pray for you and especially asking for God's grace and mercy for you on February 9th as you "move forward in faith!<br>Marilyn and Verdell<br>Verdell Lessmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-81854565357601953612009-02-02T08:24:41.000-06:002009-02-02T08:24:41.000-06:00Greetings, Greg:Thank you for the update of the &q...Greetings, Greg:<br>Thank you for the update of the "journey you did not choose". Marilyn and I pray for you as you faithfully, spiritually and physically travel this road called "cancer survival". When we read this update we were reminded of the quote from the book entitled: HOPE IN THE FACE OF CANCER...a survival guide for the journey you did not choose...written by Amy Givler, M.D..."Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors," the African proverb goes.."and I do not want to become a skillful sailor..but given a choice I'd still choose smooth seas. I don't like to suffer, but I have to keep reminding myself that it's the only way to become a skillful sailor. God will be with me in the roughest seas and through the fiercest gales." I am finding that out as I travel that journey called "cancer" as well. I also think this is what James meant when he worte in the Bible, "Dear brothers and sisters, whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy. For when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything."<br>Marilyn and I will continue to pray for you and especially asking for God's grace and mercy for you on February 9th as you "move forward in faith!<br>Marilyn and Verdell<br>Verdell Lessmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-41457915257466971332009-02-02T07:41:40.000-06:002009-02-02T07:41:40.000-06:00Hi Greg -- thanks for explaining all of this -- so...Hi Greg -- thanks for explaining all of this -- so helpful to know really specifically what we are praying about. And it makes a lot of sense to me for you to keep fighting the cancer aggressively -- praise God for giving you the courage and pain threshold to do it! blessings.<br>Kristihttp://www.hegentlyleads.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-63150416492719633992009-02-02T05:45:31.000-06:002009-02-02T05:45:31.000-06:00In the 17th Chapter of First Samuel, we read of a ...In the 17th Chapter of First Samuel, we read of a shepherd boy who dared to do battle against a giant named Goliath. He went forth �in the name of the Lord of Hosts.� He killed the giant with one well placed stone from his slingshot, his great faith, and the power of the Almighty God. You have been battling your Goliath, Cancer, for a very long time. Through it all, you have remained faithful, steadfast, and unmovable. Like Paul, you have joined in the fellowship of our Lord�s suffering. You have expressed faith that the Lord will not only see you through the current situation but that He will give you the ultimate victory. Therefore, I am compelled to quote our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Christ, and proclaim, �I say to you, I have not found such great faith, not even in Israel!� My prayers are with you but more importantly, the Lord is with you!<br>Jim Williamsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-15603098339647892602009-02-02T05:09:47.000-06:002009-02-02T05:09:47.000-06:00Greg, keep swinging. As usual you are proving the ...Greg, keep swinging. As usual you are proving the "experts" wrong.<br>John Slaughternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-39573071026963304632009-02-02T05:09:41.000-06:002009-02-02T05:09:41.000-06:00I will surely pray for you Greg.I am totally encou...I will surely pray for you Greg.<br>I am totally encouraged by your faith and hope. Keep on swinging and let us get another home run.<br>Araznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-6224889317677359702009-02-02T04:50:02.000-06:002009-02-02T04:50:02.000-06:00Keep your eye on the ball, baby, when you swing. T...Keep your eye on the ball, baby, when you swing. That's all it takes to connect.<br>Dave Belichicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-71189302811010585962009-02-02T04:48:02.000-06:002009-02-02T04:48:02.000-06:00Oh -My dearest Greg--you truly are a strong and co...Oh -My dearest Greg--you truly are a strong and courageous youg man.<br>Dan and I pray for you constantly and feel the pain and suffering your Mom and Dad must feel watching their son go though this :with pride at your courage and sadness at your suffering.<br>We pray and know Jesus is holding you and giving you the strength to continue.<br>Sweetie--you already have a halo :-)<br>Dan And Sydnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-41181336095647564922009-02-02T04:41:39.000-06:002009-02-02T04:41:39.000-06:00Greg,As a ballplayer, I like our baseball analogy....Greg,<br>As a ballplayer, I like our baseball analogy. In about half of MLB games, the winning team scores more runs in one inning than the other team does the entire game. One way to apply this to your situation is to look for that "big inning", or homerun, to win the game. The other way is to practice the "chip-away theory". When you get down big early in the game, scoring 1 run here and another 1 there often keeps you in the game long enough to come out on top. Cancer had a big inning early in the game, but you've been chipping away pretty well.<br>You'll be in our thoughts on Monday. (I was going to say that we'll have our rally caps on, but that was taking the analogy a bit far...) :)<br>-dave<br>David Liebnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-23511688859237489052009-02-02T04:38:01.000-06:002009-02-02T04:38:01.000-06:00I will pray that your "swinging for it" ...I will pray that your "swinging for it" is the right path. Take care and God bless.<br>Frannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-91069955452105131322009-02-02T04:34:36.000-06:002009-02-02T04:34:36.000-06:00Greg,Encouraging update. You remain in our prayers...Greg,<br>Encouraging update. You remain in our prayers. Be strong and courageous!<br>Matt<br>matt boulterhttp://www.religiocity.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6705871425953153809.post-9713592014290343042009-02-02T04:27:25.000-06:002009-02-02T04:27:25.000-06:00Here's hoping and praying that you get to NED....Here's hoping and praying that you get to NED. He must be a coveted friend of many a cancer patient. Thanks for the update and the detail. Thanks most of all for your courage and courageous fight. It does inspire me and convict me to be more thankful. Love, Shannon<br>Shannon Geigernoreply@blogger.com