"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11~
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Jessica - Steps Into the "Ring"
Hi to all,
TO VIEW JESSICA ON FOX TV - CLICK ON LINK:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW_vstm0bS8
***There is going to be a special fund raising item that is going to be announced very soon. It involves a special necklace that was designed especially for Jessica and all the proceeds from the sales of this item will be donated to Jessica's Journey Savings Club! I have seen it and it is beautiful! It was made in honor of Jessica and her efforts to increase Lyme disease awareness, something that Jessica has been very passionate about since she has been battling that disease for the past four years as well! As soon as I have all the info and links, I will blog this SPECIAL NEWS and how it all came about and how and when it will become available!!!
Update on Jessica:
Jessica did receive a booster yesterday and we continue to see the increased movements in the left leg! The right leg, not as much, but we are hopeful that, in time, that leg will respond more and more. In a few days we will have been here 3 months (on the 20th) and I thought I would, at that time, do an update on the "questions & answers" format, as I did at the 2 month interval.
Please pray for Jessica today. In my prayers this morning at 4 AM, I came up with this analogy for her:
Imagine Jessica is a "prized fighter" and she is stepping into the ring for the fight of her life. In that ring are her two opponents( not one but two) those being RSD and Lyme. This is the fight of her life! How many rounds will she have to face and how many can she endure? Will she emerge victorious, will she be crowned a "champion?".........
I know, as only A Mom can know, that Jessica is a fighter! She faces that "ring" everyday! She faces each new "round" of challenges and struggles that are put in front of her with inner strength, courage and perseverance! The "ropes" that surround her and hold her up in the "ring" are those of her ultimate healer - our Lord, our God! She WILL be victorious, she will stare her two opponents - RSD and Lyme - right in the face --- she will last all the "rounds" that are necessary. And ultimately, she will be crowned a "champion" for enduring the ultimate "fight" of her life and her prize will be that of "healing!"
Thanks for all your continued prayers and comments for Jessica and may God bless you all with courage and strength today!
From Mexico, with love,
Sarah Gina (Jessica's Mom - always)
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize!
I Corinthians 9:24-27
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DEAR JESSICA AND GINA, I DIDN'T REALIZE THAT YOU WERE STILL IN MEXICO TILL PASTOR BROWNING MENTIONED IT. YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS DAILY.
ReplyDeleteLOVE, CHARLENE
Dear Jessica and Gina,
ReplyDeleteI am confident that with our Lord's help you will come out of this fight as the champion. You've already won so many rounds and I pray that you only will have a few more to win. Keep the faith!
Jenn
You are already a champion that is why you have such strong opponents! I know in my heart that you will win this one. Thank goodness for the everyday small victories that keep you pushing forward despite the obstacles!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Fern
God Bless You, Jessica! Crystal
ReplyDeleteWe know Jessica is a fighter just like her Mom. We pray everyday that she will get well soon and return home to live a healthy life. Hang in there you have so many friends and family thinking about you and praying for you.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear about the necklaces. What a wonderful idea.
love Ashley, Kevin Paula and Ray
Jessica
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are always for you.
Today some of Barbara's friends had a little ladies time for Barbara and her baby boy that will be born in January. I was thinking about all the fun you had when Barbara babysat at your GC home. I pray that you will be able to have your sight renewed so that you will have the pleasure of seeing her baby. Her little girl is a real pip= never forgets a thing and comes out with the funniest things- she is just like her mom.
So dear Lord, please give Jessica the strength to restore he health.
St. Anthony, St. Anthony please look around, Jess's signt needs to be found.
Prayers
Linda Maitan
We have been praying for you and your family at Resurrection, GC. We will continue to pray and read the blog, and look forward to the day when you are back in NY. You are certainly an inspiration in faith!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Jessica and Gina from Long Island. I hope that you both had a restful night. Are you ready to continue that fight, Jessica? Do you have your gloves on to give it a one, two, three punch to the Lyme disease and RSD? With God's help, I know that you will get through this. I pray for strength for both of you. I admire the strength and faith that you have, Gina. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I wish you a day of miracles, even if they are small miracles..with God, everything is possible. God bless you both! Madelon
ReplyDeleteDear Jessica, We continue to raise our prayers for healing to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and for strength to go the distance for you and your entire family. At Saturday night's sevice Pastor Browning expressed how lifted up he was by you and your mom through your faith, spirit and determination to win the fight. Love Peggy and Doug Kurz
ReplyDeleteDear Gina and Jessica:
ReplyDeleteThe Lord be with you! Last week Pastor Browning and I spoke and he shared with me his recent visit with you in Mexico. First and foremost, praise God for your Pastor! What a witness and show of love towards you both from your church community.
Please know that I think of you often and lift you up in prayer. I am going to add you to our prayers here in Williamsburg so that more and more people know the story and join in the healing journey.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. May His Holy Spirit enfold you. May His power lift you up. May His love be your comfort and peace.
With love: Pastor Bill Harmon
Dear Jessica,
ReplyDeleteAt church Pastor Browning mentioned that we should look at hopeforjessica on the internet. How moving your story is. May it comfort you to know that many people are praying for your recovery. I hope that one day you do get your wish to be a doctor for you will provide your patients with hope and compassion. May God bless you and your family.
Laura Labenberg
Gina and Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI am praying for both of you as you undergo your journey together. Pastor Browning keeps us updated on Jessica's progress each week. He has proven to be a great blessing to our church, as I'm sure you well know. I look forward to puchasing a necklace to help with your fundraiser. I really enjoyed your website, so keep up the good work. Keep thinking positive and pray. The power of prayer is an amazing thing. Lutheran Church of the Resurrection continues to pray for you and think of you. I wish you improved health and send you my love, Gail Haase
Dear Jessica and Gina,
ReplyDeleteAs you well know there is power in prayer and all of the wonderful family of Resurrection is praying for both of you and your whole family. May our Lord and Savior hold you all in the palms of His hands and you feel His strength at all times. Trust in God with all your heart and He will sustain you. Please let us know as soon as Jessica's necklace is available. We will wear it with great pride. I love reading Jessica's blog every day. Deacon Marion Legler