covering the day in prayer

by Rachel Marie Martin

I couldn’t sleep last night. When I did sleep I had strange and weird dreams about today’s upcoming visit with the immunologist/infectious disease doctor. So I would pray. And pray.

{just had to share this pic again}

So today, before I go to the appointment (which is at 1pm CST), I’m coming here specifically asking for your prayer. It doesn’t need to be long, and maybe it’s just while you read this post, but I really need prayers.

Pray for wisdom for his doctor.
Pray for clarity of mind for his doctor.
Pray for kindness.
Pray for thoroughness and a desire to unearth answers
Pray for strength for Samuel — especially if they add more lab tests
Pray for peace and calmness
Pray for courage for me
Pray for answers

I know I will update when we get home. I just feel so strongly about covering this entire day in prayers. I need them. Especially after seeing that Samuel lost weight. When you are little and your job is to grow losing weight isn’t the right path. Celiac Disease is not an easy journey — there are a great deal of bumps and bends and twists in the road.

Thank you for praying. I am thankful.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation,
by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,
present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6

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16 comments

Child of God February 22, 2011 - 2:30 pm

Praying for you and will be covering you during these times! My son has online Bible study I will ask them to pray as well.

Blessings,
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Kelli February 22, 2011 - 2:56 pm

Prayers absolutely lifted! Covering this day in prayer.

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Kris February 22, 2011 - 3:10 pm

Done!

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hannah m February 22, 2011 - 3:23 pm

I’ll be praying throughout the day, Rachel. Blessings, dear!

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Warren Baldwin February 22, 2011 - 3:27 pm

Joining with your family and friends in prayer.

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marlece February 22, 2011 - 3:29 pm

I had a day like this of my own yesterday….Jesus comes thru, He will be there, He will give wisdom, answers, you are looking to the right SOURCE…praying along with you this day. May the Lord bless you today.

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Tara February 22, 2011 - 6:00 pm

Praying!

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Emily (Laundry and Lullabies) February 22, 2011 - 6:32 pm

Prayed for you today. I think you’re probably driving to the doctor right now. Know that you and Samuel are so very loved by God!

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Gwen Toliver February 22, 2011 - 6:49 pm

I’ve struggled with insomnia for years, and I’ve learned that it’s not necessarily a bad thing. I spend more focused time in prayer (literally hours and hours) in the middle of the night then at any other time. You know, 7 kids, lots of distractions during the day. 🙂

Often I’ll ask the Lord to bring to mind who I need to be praying for and it’s quite remarkable how I’ve found out after the fact that that person needed prayer at that specific time for a good reason.

And I’m praying for your little Samuel – that God will do exceedingly abundantly beyond all you ask or think!!

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carissa @ lowercase letters February 22, 2011 - 7:18 pm

Praying right now! May the peace of God dwell richly in your heart and mind. Keep us updated.

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Sarah @ Picture Window February 22, 2011 - 7:38 pm

Done 🙂

Hope the appointment went okay.

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Christie Clair February 22, 2011 - 8:37 pm

Lord, answer your daughter’s cries. Bring Your wisdom, strength, and peace. Bring the right Doctor(s) to be apart of this journey with them. Uncover the mysteries of what is happening in Samuel, and provide health and restoration. Lord, I ask specifically that You will cause Samuel’s body to gain weight instead of losing it; that You would breathe new energy into his body. Cause the food he is to eat to nourish and sustain him. Reveal Your presence anew to him and his mama, and the entire family. Your strength is made perfect here, Lord. May it be seen! Glory, Lord… Amen.

Christie

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alex twigg February 22, 2011 - 8:54 pm

Praying for you and clarity of mind as decisions are being made by his doctors! Praying for encouragement for you and your family!

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Alicia February 22, 2011 - 9:27 pm

Praying for you!

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Lon February 22, 2011 - 11:05 pm

Oh, Lord God please put your healing hands of power over your beautiful child Samuel in your name I ask and pray Lord Jesus! Amen!

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Anna Gray February 23, 2011 - 12:39 am

Praying, praying, praying!

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