Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Day 20:: Patrick

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This is Patrick {and his beautiful wife & their Golden's}. He is a friend of 18 years. He's been having some back pain. The doctors found a mass behind his heart in his chest cavity. Today at 2 pm EST they will biopsy the tumor for further testing. Would you please join me in praying for this young man, his wife, and their families? DaddyBoy {that's my dad} spoke with Patrick last night {who's been in the hospital for a few days} and his spirits are high... he is holding tight to the truth of James 5:16 “…Pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective."

Will you consider leaving a comment letting them know you are praying or a word of encouragement?

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92 comments:

  1. LucyJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    I will be praying.
    xxLucy

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  2. jeanaJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    My family and I have not stopped praying!!! We have been on our knees for Patrick and his family and are believing for them the POWER of our awesome God that is on their side!!

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  3. TMBJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    praying!

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  4. Sarah's Fab DayJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    Prayers are on their way.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    My prayers are with him and his family.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    I will be praying for him and his loved ones!

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  7. UnknownJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Darby~ thanks for letting everyone know....I saw on Facebook that Daniel was asking for prayers for Patrick. Patrick and the whole family will be in my thoughts and prayers!

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  8. SarahJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    Praying in Michigan!!

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    I will keep your friend in my prayers.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    We are praying for the whole family...

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  11. ShireenJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    "Father, we pray according to Your will, asking for Your grace and mercy on behalf of Patrick and his sweet wife and family. May YOU be glorified in the process of his procedure today. We ask for a miraculous healing and white washing of this mass from his body, if You would allow for this. In advance, I praise you for Your love and comfort over Patrick and his wife and all family and friends during this time. Again, may You be glorified and may Patrick and his wife be strengthened only in You! In Jesus' powerful WE pray together! Amen!!

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  12. erinJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Sending you love and prayers from Rome from our family to yours. Stay strong in your faith and spirits!

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  13. KatieJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    I am praying too.

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  14. DonaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    We will be praying for him. This goes right with my verse for the week- Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear. Isaiah 65:24.
    What peace this brings. Add our family to that prayer chain!

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  15. Linkis Family LoveJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Patrick and his whole family have our prayers! God is good in all things.

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  16. simply seletaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Please tell Patrick that a family of six has already started praying for him. Little hands folded and hearts full of hope and encouragement for his strength during this time.

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  17. AlysonJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I will be praying.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    Keeping Patrick and his family in our prayers today and hoping for the best news possible.

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  19. Our familyJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Praying right now for good news from the biopsy and for complete healing.

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  20. erikaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    Sweet Patrick and Savannah... we have been and will continue to pray! Thanks for posting this sister.
    love you,
    e

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  21. Hillary @ The Other MamaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    We will most definitely pray for him today and in the days to come. God is so good! We will spefically pray for his complete healing and the guidance and wisdom of his doctors and staff. And for comfort for him and his family and friends.

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  22. Jennie-MarieJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    Keeping Patrick and his family in our prayers, please keep us posted.

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    I will add "Patrick" to my prayer list.
    I wil also add his wife & their families for peace and guidance from God.

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  24. LisaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Thanks Darby!
    Isn't it amazing when the body of Christ is unified? I have been so moved by the different threads of prayer...so many families praying. God WILL be glorified.
    The Russell's are praying.

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  25. AndreaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    Sending prayers your way!

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  26. The Steel Magnolia HouseJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:06 AM

    Prayers from our house to yours, Patrick, and your beloved family. May the Lord wrap you in his unfailing strength.

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  27. beckyJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    we will certainly lift him up. we all know our God is mighty to save!!

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  28. StephanieJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    Prayer is POWERFUL. I have no doubt in the power of prayer and the power of our God to heal - I will, of course, be praying for Patrick's health and everyone's peace, as well as wisdom for the doctors.

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  29. KellieJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    I am praying for Patrick right NOW!

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  30. DianneJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Praying in N.C.for Patrick and his family.

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  31. UnknownJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    i just prayed for ya patrick so i could say that i have! God can do anything He wants...He is so faithful!

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  32. The StringersJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    praying in mississippi

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  33. pixelimpressJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    i'll be praying.

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  34. LauraJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    prayers coming from austin, too...

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  35. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    praying for courage, strength and healing...God Bless

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  36. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    I will definitely be praying for Patrick, his wife, and his family. I will be thinking of them all day...thoughts and prayers from Ohio!

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  37. KMRJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    Sent a prayer up just now!

    Kim in TX

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Saying a prayer right now!

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  39. Peppermint BeeJanuary 20, 2009 at 12:33 PM

    Prayers from Florida!

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  40. Jenny LynnJanuary 20, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    I will be praying. I definitely believe in the power of prayer seeing my mom healed from cancer. I will be praying for good news and for strength during this difficult time.

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  41. CarlyJanuary 20, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    Sending prayers for God's healing touch. May He heal Patrick and be with thier family in this time of uncertainty.

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  42. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    Definitely will be praying. My own dear husband was just diagnosed with cancer in October and we have seen the goodness of God in countless ways. Please keep us updated so we know how to specifically lift Patrick up before the Lord.

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  43. The Martin'sJanuary 20, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    I will be praying! May our God bring peace, comfort, and healing.

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  44. KimJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    I'm praying.

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  45. TaraJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    What a beautiful family! We'll surely be praying for them!!

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  46. JessicaJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    Such a beautiful couple.... I'll be praying them! I like to remind myself of 2 Corinthians 4:18 when I face hard times... "So we don't look at the troubles we can see right now; rather we look forward to what we have not yet seen. For the troubles we see will soon be over, but the JOYS to come will last forever." Please keep us up to date on how things go...

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  47. kristenJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:31 PM

    We are praying for this family!

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  48. emilyJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    Lord we lift our bother in Christ up to you. He is your child you love him. Please touch his body and heal him. We ask that you put you loving arms around him and his family. We give all glory and praise.

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  49. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    I just prayed for Patrick and his wife and family. God is the great healer!

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  50. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    Everything will be just fine!!!! I am praying for your family

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  51. MaryBethJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:35 PM

    I am sending a prayer his way and one for you for thinking of him

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  52. andiJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Storming heaven on behalf of Patrick. May they know His mighty hand holds him; unwavering.

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  53. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    We will be praying and believing God is going to heal Patrick!

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  54. k a t eJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:55 PM

    My prayers and love are with you and your dear friend.

    xoxo

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  55. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    I will be praying too!!! GOD IS GOOD!!!!!!

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  56. ShanJanuary 20, 2009 at 3:14 PM

    I am praying for Patrick and his family! Thank you for sharing please keep us updated...

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  57. BeckJanuary 20, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    Praying from Dallas to the only One Who is Faithful to Save and Who is the true Healer!

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  58. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Thank you for posting Darby. Praying for peace, healing and strength for Patrick and his family.
    Jeremiah 29:11

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    and praying in NC!

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  60. DanielleJanuary 20, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    Praying for this family right now.

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  61. C and MJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    What a beautiful family.
    Sending prayers for them.

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  62. UnknownJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    Darby, I'm happy to keep Patrick and his family in my prayers. In the past week that our family has had two infants in our prayers, their health has vastly improved. God works wonders.

    Prayer is truly powerful.

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  63. katyJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    We are praying for you and your family, Patrick.

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  64. StephanieJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    We are joining you with our prayers!

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  65. KellyJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    Praying to The Great Healer!

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  66. Holladay FamilyJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:51 PM

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  67. Ford FamilyJanuary 20, 2009 at 5:58 PM

    praying!

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  68. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    Praying!!

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  69. Whitney AkinJanuary 20, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    praying for patrick this minute.

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  70. duchessJanuary 20, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    Prayers from SC.

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  71. SarahJanuary 20, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    Patrick, please know that I am interceding on your behalf to the Great Healer. Have faith!

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  72. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    I'm definitely praying for Patrick, that he & his will be aware of the loving hands of the Lord at work in & around him, and that they will be filled with peace.

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  73. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Definitely praying!!

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  74. Todd and RandiJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Praying!

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  75. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    Praying!!

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  76. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    prayers sent up for Patrick

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  77. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    praying, praying, praying! God be with you all.

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  78. JoyceJanuary 21, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    My comment is a little late tonight and the procedure has taken place. I will include Patrick and his family in my prayers tonight that he feels the love and power.
    I'm having a hard time sleeping tonight. My mom always tells me when I can't sleep or wake up during the night that GOD wants to talk to me. Tonight must be one of those nights. xoxo

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  79. The Birds NestJanuary 21, 2009 at 1:01 AM

    I am praying in South Carolina. Please keep us updated.

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  80. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2009 at 1:08 AM

    Praying in California...

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  81. TessJanuary 21, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    I will be lifting this family up in prayer regularly. God is a miracle maker, miracles DO happen. Keep us updated.

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  82. MandiJanuary 21, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    Add one more to the list of those praying...

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  83. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Praying right now...and will continue!

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  84. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    We will be praying for him and his family.

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  85. Ashley TurnbullJanuary 21, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    There aren't any words to express the pain that they must be feeling, but I am always reminded of the Lord's faithfulness (Lam 3:21-24) and of His will to work this out for His good (and our sanctification). We will lift him (and others who are hurting)up!

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  86. paulaJanuary 21, 2009 at 1:37 PM

    oh my. of course i will be praying. Jesus is the healer.

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  87. LindseyJanuary 21, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    praying for your friends. sorry to hear it is cancer, but very glad it is "the best of the worst". asking for complete remission.

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  88. LauraJanuary 21, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    I am so sorry and so saddened to hear that it is cancer. Prayers for a quick and effective recovery.

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  89. UnknownJanuary 23, 2009 at 2:08 AM

    Praise God, the ultimate physician. Praying for healing and comfort during this difficult time.

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  90. PaulaJanuary 23, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    Hi!
    I'm from Portugal but i've lived in the USA for a while and i just love your country and miss it very much, althoug i love my country too!
    My mom, also suffered from cancer, breast cancer but, because she believes ant trusts in God, today she is alive and well!
    Tell Ptrick and his family to keep believing, because God has not abandoned him!

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  91. No.35styleJanuary 25, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    They look like such a cute couple. I'm glad his prognosis is good and complete remission is expected.

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  92. pve designJanuary 27, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    prayers
    yesterday
    today
    tomorrow

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