I’m catching this one a bit late. Thanks for your candor. It tears at my heart what you and Irene are going through. My first reaction was, maybe I could give her one of my kidneys. Then I wondered if that would solve everything, which would make it worth considering seriously, but you explained the other day it would not. Also, my wife would probably not be crazy about the idea. I don’t understand why some special people have to endure great pain, but clearly Irene is glorifying God. I am humbled by her perseverance. I wonder:

1. What is God saying through all of this? I pray that may become clear to you in the days and weeks ahead.

2. How can we sense Christ more fully each day as we experience comparatively minor tribulations – because Irene has given us an example of how to live for God’s glory through her pain?

3. What can we do as part of Christ’s family to help you feel peace? I’ll keep praying daily.

Iron sharpens iron…

David

It is such a blessing to listen to the heart of God as he speaks to the two of you. You are both a blessing from God and I know that God has a perfect plan for you as you daily seek His face. May Irene sense His strength on a daily basis, and may God give both of you the rest you need to face each new challenge. I consider it a privilege to know you both, and to call you brother and sister in Christ.

God bless you both on this journey,

Andy and Elda Robinson, Vallejo, CA