That's good stuff. It's nice to be home. However, I'm a bit on edge. Ava had her first little headache tonight, since the shunt. Of course it was after we got home and there is no one around to ask about it... She fell back asleep, but it shook Lisa and I a little bit.
We continue to ask for your prayers. We are praying big and understanding where we are right now, too. We need one amazing miracle. Pray Ava gets well enough to take the next step.
We have a doc appointment Wednesday to clear her for travel. Pray she is healthy enough. That is priority one.
Short one tonight. I am going to attempt some rest.
Josh & Lisa-
ReplyDeleteHave a restful, blessed night. God's got you all in His hands.
Jody
Praying for night filled with rest, and a report better than what is needed to travel.
ReplyDeleteHave a restful night! We are here praying for all of you!!!! :)
ReplyDeletePraying for that next step knowing that our loving Lord hears.
ReplyDeleteJosh and Lisa,
ReplyDeletePraying that you will have a restful night. Trust all works well for the trip.
Josh, Lisa and family
ReplyDeleteWe love you and are praying for a super restful night for all.
Rest well Josh and Lisa and Ava ... you are in our prayers ... God is looking after all of you and holding you in His hands.
ReplyDeleteSending you love and prayers.
ReplyDeleteKim and Tom Cannold
Father God, wrap this family in a sense of peace that surpasses all understanding. Give everyone rest. Hold worry outside the door of their home. Allow them to embrace the beauty of each moment. We beseach you Lord to prepare Ava and her lovely mommy for travel. Give them exactly what they need as they need it. Amen
ReplyDeleteSue Schutz
Praying still, Josh...Allie
ReplyDeleteRest...............Praying for your travels on wed.....
ReplyDeletePraying that you all had a peaceful and restorative nights sleep. Praying for a great day today and that God takes his healing hand and places it on Ava!!
ReplyDeleteHealing,peace,strength and comfort for you all!
Praying for the unknown road ahead....that God gives you exactly what you need for each day...for the doctor to get rid of the "crap"...for Noah...for Ava's headaches...complete healing. You both are amazing and continue to inspire.
ReplyDeleteJosh,
ReplyDeleteMany days have passed since our days of little league...Life's gravity is really weighing in. My heart hurts for you all...Know that my family and I are praying for your family along with the many other warriors out there. You may or may not know my dad has been battling GBM for 26 months. Though you may be numb from all this like we've been at times, know that YOU ARE LOVED. Mike Akerson
Praying for your family and the miracle only God can supply. We will keep lifting you all up to the throne every day.
ReplyDeleteJosh, I'm a friend of someone who attends Summit. Our family is praying for yours. We have laid down the facts to the kids and they are praying for every aspect of this situation that they can think of. We will continue to quietly check in every day or two to hear what God is doing in the midst of this. God is big and knows all.
ReplyDeleteShawna
Hi Josh and family;
ReplyDeleteI have only attended Northland 6 weeks in a row now, but hearing your father's heart ache for you and little Ava has stirred my heart. more importantly it has stirred THE Father's heart and His ears are listening to each of your cry's. His heart aches as yours does for His little girl. Ps 56 states that he hold our tears in a jar in heaven.
We are also crying out in your behalf, and tho I have never met you or your family, feel close in Christ. Please know that God wakes me up with Avas name, and I am faithful to plead in her behalf. It is my honor as a sister in Christ. Be blessed in His peace and let us carress you with our prayers.
We are with you on this journey...crying, praying, and believing that God has Ava in His hand, and is guiding you through this season. Thank you for continuing to allow us to be a part of what God is doing. Praying for a miracle, continually....
ReplyDeletePraying always!!!
ReplyDeletePraying for a radical miracle of complete healing. The Lord continues to keep you in my thoughts and I will continue to pray every single time He does. Praying for NO HEADACHE today and for a clear report for travel tomorrow. Sending you all so much love in Christ.
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
Robyn
Josh and family,
ReplyDeleteI know I do not know you personally, but your father has been my pastor for years, your mother was my biology teacher years ago, and Joel is an old friend and schoolmate of mine. I have been following your story and sharing it and praying for you. I can tell you are feeling a bit worn down at the moment through your words. I just wanted to tell you how amazingly inspiring you have been through all of this...your strength and unwavering faith in God to carry you all through this has been a huge testament to everyone who reads your blog. Now more than ever I can assure you that your army of prayer warriors are lifting you and your entire family and everyone helping with Ava's treatment up, asking for God's divine intervention. I pray you were able to get some rest, I pray Ava's headaches stay away and I pray for continued strength to help your family as you all cope with this situation.
Remember that whatever happens, God will carry you through. Sending love, warm thoughts and wishes and fervent prayer for you all.
Praying for N.J. to be a reality! Beliving God will grant AVA'S complete healing. Your faith is enviable. Stay strong we love you and your family.
ReplyDeleteYour story has traveled to Port St. Joe Florida and my heart goes out to your family. I have (3) children and one being a 4-year old daughter so, I completely understand the love you have for your children. What is so amazing is that God loves us the very same way. I can't tell you that I know what your going through, but I can tell you that I stand in prayer with your family. I heard something on the radio the other day and I've held those words close by, "God wants you to be at peace because he has you right where he wants you and he will guide you every step of the way."
ReplyDeleteTake Care
im praying that she will be well enough to travel so she could get THE BEST TREATMENT EVER!
ReplyDeletePraying for your family as you look forward to God's leading in the next step.
ReplyDeleteJean & Lothair Irvin (1st cousin of Becky & Mark)
Josh, tons of prayer coming your way. And just to let you know, when I was in Malawi on the Summit trip, 7/27-8/6, our 20-person group was constantly praying for Ava - half way around the world, your little girl was being lifted up to God.
ReplyDeleteHunters,
ReplyDeleteIm praying that God will heal Ava!
Praying for you and yours every day...
ReplyDeletePleading the Blood of Jesus over your family for healing, travel, whatever is needed.
ReplyDeleteSHARON (TANIS'S MOM)...
ReplyDeleteSINCE TANIS HAS BEEN AVA'S NURSE FROM DAY ONE, WE FEEL LIKE FAMILY. EVERYWHERE I GO I ASK STRANGERS WHO ARE CHRISTIANS TO PRAY FOR AVA AND THE FAMILY. JESUS KNOWS WHAT WE NEED AND WHEN WE NEED IT. KEEP THE FAITH!!!!
You are such an inspiration to our family. You are going through what I think is the worst possible thing and you and your family have shown such great faith and love in God. You make God proud and make me want to be a better Christian.
ReplyDeleteI pray for answered prayers for you and your wonderful family as we love all of you so much.
May God continue to bless you through this difficult time.
Karen Bultemeier