Prayer Request

Some people don't like the idea of living in a small town. I can appreciate that, but I'd have to say that after the things I've seen out of the small town where I grew up, I am beyond proud of the way people are rising up to support a family who needs them.

Last week, a young woman I went to high school with was diagnosed with breast cancer. They found it in three places - one of them being a lymph node. As I understand it, she will undergo at least 6 months of treatment. It will involve chemotherapy, surgeries and radiation. She's a young wife and mother of two small children.

From the moment the news landed on Facebook, I have seen a community come together to pray for, support and lift up this family in amazing ways. From sharing scripture, to posting uplifting words, to creating pink ribbon photos in her honor -- even people who barely know this family (or maybe not even at all) are standing tall to show their love and support. There's something to be said about a community like that.

There's also something to be said for using unimaginable circumstances to spread the message of faith and God's good grace to those around you -- and that is exactly what this family has done.

As followers of Christ, we know God hears our prayers and we also know there is strength in numbers. That's where you come into play. Please pray for this young woman to receive favorable test results. Pray for a successful procedure to place the port. Pray for positive response to treatment. Pray for peace, comfort and strength for this family in the days, weeks and months ahead. And pray for their families and friends who are going to be an invaluable support system on this journey.

Stay steadfast in your faith, Thompson family. And know that even those of us

who barely know you are sending up our most earnest prayers on your behalf. 

"I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me." -Phil. 4:13