Today is Sunday, January 17th, 2010 and Bob's condition is still critical. I'll do my best , in lay terms, to explain how he is doing. He has diminished mental capacity, though his brain is awake . That means that in the last few days, he's lost some ground and he's no longer following commands. He still has the ventilator in to maintain his airway but he has been breathing on his own. He has developed a fever and an infection, perhaps in his heart involving his heart valves, and he is on antibiotics. He had experienced some seizures but since being on a seizure med, those have stopped. His doctors have cut off the shunt which had been inserted a few weeks ago, which helped to remove water on the brain. That was no longer working.
Our home team members plan on fasting and praying tomorrow. We will pray for Melinda who is asking God for wisdom concerning the decisions and choices that lie ahead. Please join us in fasting and praying. Feel free to post a comment!
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Sally and the ILWTW home team!
Melinda & Christine;
ReplyDeleteSue and I are thinking of you all and keeping you all in our prayers. Your family has always been a source of inspiration, encouragement and a model of Christian living. May the Lord give you comfort in these difficult days. Please give Bob our love.
Love,
Chuck & Sue Miller
Oh I'm so sorry to hear this news. Melinda and Christine...please know that I'm praying that God's perfect peace will fill every breath that you take. Praying for wisdom as you make decisions. Praying for all the doctors and nurses caring for Bob. Praying for complete healing in the name of Jesus for Bob. Please continue to keep us posted. I will be certain to check in daily! Love you guys!!!
ReplyDeleteBob, Melinda,Christine!!! We miss you all and your in our hourly thoughts and prayers!! Wish we could be there to give hugs and squeezes however since we're not, close your eyes and feel our hugs now!!! We love you and know God will prevail in this time of need!!! Sue and John Bell
ReplyDeleteBob, Melinda, and Christine- We will be praying continuously for Bob and the rest of you!
ReplyDeleteChris and Alyssa P.
Praise God for bringing Pastor Bob into our lives! Because of his wisdom, his guidance, and his personal example, countless hearts are forever opened, and countless souls are forever free! To say that Pastor Bob is "beloved" by LAOG and many, many, many others doesn't even come close...
ReplyDeleteWe all know how Pastor Bob's heart overflows with love for Jesus, but anyone who speaks to him for even a minute also knows how much this humble, endearing man cherishes Melinda and Christine. He always seems absolutely astonished that God would bless "Bongo Bob" with these remarkable, beautiful women!!! But we know God's gift to Pastor Bob of his precious wife and daughter is a well-deserved blessing for service "well done!"
Be strong in Christ's love, Melinda and Christine, and be comforted by the sweet, sweet love Pastor Bob holds in his heart for you both - now and forever.
Huge love and constant prayers,
Alice Stacy
Just know if there is anything we can do to help you both we are here for you.Bob was such an instrument in the salvation of our daughter and for that we are forever greatful.He spent so much time with us during some rocky times. We will be praying for you during this difficult time. We love you both. Victor and Christina Ramos
ReplyDeleteBrother Bob came to be one of my spiritual Mentors,
ReplyDeleteI rejoice as his Homecoming but I mourn our loss.
The world is a little darker, a little colder without him. Thank you brother for shining The Light in a world that so needs it. May The Holy Spirit be with Melinda & Christine, comforting and ministering to their each and every need.
I will remember your example & service to The Lord Bob, thank you. I'll miss you. Dave Persuitte