Author Topic: Please Pray for George (Read 30539 times)

Mimi · « **Reply #20 on:** June 21, 2010, 06:06:35 PM »

I was thinking of George today. How is he, Dora?

Dora · « **Reply #21 on:** June 21, 2010, 07:58:47 PM »

Sybil, it is amazing! He is not in the best of health, there are times he has more problems than others. But, he is still up and going, taking care of himself, baking his "cookies," still juicing and eating very healthfully. And...he has a friend..he says, "Just a friend," they are studying together, but I know he really likes her. She has not been going to our church all that long, she moved here to care for her mother, and then, when she died, she decided to live here. Who knows? He may get a new lease on life! He is not to be explained in many ways, so we all say, "That is just George." Will tell him you asked about him.

Dora · « **Reply #22 on:** July 06, 2010, 08:00:21 AM »

Sybil, I told George you had asked about him, he was pleased. But, George is on the downhill trend again. He is right now on a juice fast, and some raw foods. He is not looking good, either. Please keep him in your prayers.

Mimi · « **Reply #23 on:** July 06, 2010, 08:08:39 AM »

Thank you, Dora. That man is a fighter. He has endured much and continues to be in my prayers.

Dora · « **Reply #24 on:** July 06, 2010, 09:15:46 AM »

Yes, he is a fighter..and he is still sharing Veith videos, (he bought the newest ones, but cannot copy, only share) and still has some people taking Bible studies..he has not given up. He has mellowed a bit, but on occasion, the "old George" comes through when something happens he thinks should not..which is ok, IF it is said in the right way. I know he loves the Lord, and God understands George, even when we do not, just as He understands all of us.

Vicki · « **Reply #25 on:** July 06, 2010, 09:34:25 AM »

Quote from: Dora on July 06, 2010, 09:15:46 AM

... and God understands George, even when we do not ...

I just had to laugh at that. I was once called "a strange bird" by someone I thought a bit different.

God knows where we have all come from, what we have had to deal with & the difficulties in the spiritual road we encounter (that no one else might realize) better than anyone else. My prayers are sent up for George (and all of us) to reflect Jesus and that George may be in good health if it is God's will.

Dora · « **Reply #26 on:** September 29, 2011, 08:54:58 PM »

I do hope some read this tonight. George is facing surgery tomorrow morning...the surgery he elected not to have when he first learned he had the cancer, over 6 years ago. He is having to have a colostomy done, because of the bowel obstruction by the tumor. He seems to be very weak, and in a lot of pain. This is pretty much an emergency procedure, and it is possible he will not come through it, because he is so weak, and he has lost a lot of weight, just not in good condition at all.

But, when Linda went to see him, he still showed a little bit of "George." He has been a fighter, and yes, I believe he can say as did Paul.
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith..." I know you will keep him in prayer.

Mimi · « **Reply #27 on:** September 30, 2011, 06:04:43 AM »

Yes, I will. Thank you for letting us know. My husband had that particular operation. It is a very difficult one. We pray the cancer is contained within the tumor.

Dorine · « **Reply #28 on:** September 30, 2011, 05:18:43 PM »

Praying for George, Dora. He's in the great Physicians hands.

Dora · « **Reply #29 on:** September 30, 2011, 08:32:58 PM »

George came through the surgery, and the last I heard around 8:00 tonight he was still in recovery. I did talk with him for about 5 minutes this morning, but due to the pain medication, he was very groggy, and hard to understand. He said something about wanting to talk with me because of me being family. I said, "Yes, George, we have been family for a long time." He responded with, "Somewhere around '95 or '96." So, he did know what was going on. All we know, the Dr. said it was a real mess, they did do the colostomy, but, of course, the cancer was way too far along to do any good with that. If he lives, he will need our prayers, for he is no doubt facing a lot of pain. Thank you all for your prayers. If he is able, we will see him for a few minutes tomorrow, and I will tell him that you all are praying for him.

Mimi · « **Reply #30 on:** October 01, 2011, 04:43:17 AM »

God bless George. Thank you, Dora.

Dora · « **Reply #31 on:** November 25, 2012, 09:45:24 PM »

An Update on George. Yes, please continue to pray! Apparently, he had a massive stroke last Wednesday night, but was not found until around 2:00 Sabbath morning. He usually calls my friend Linda 2-3 times a week, but she had not heard from him since Tuesday. She called me Friday night, saying that his neighbor said his car was at home, and his lights were on. She thought maybe he had gone somewhere with a friend of his and used her car, but later, she got in touch with her and she said she had not seen or heard from him, and Linda could not reach him by phone.

By this time, Linda was just sure something had happened and that he was in the house. She called me back and asked should she call the police? We decided to ask our head elder to go with Linda to George's house, and if they could not find out anything, to call the police then. So, around 12:00, they called the police. But, the police could do nothing, so they said, until they could ascertain if his cell phone was inside. It took 2 hours for them to find out...cannot imagine why. Finally, they broke in, and found George, lying about half dressed in the hall outside his bathroom door. He was alive, but could not talk, and was in a terrible condition, dehydrated, chilled and terribly weak, and, as they learned later, paralyzed on his right side.

FT and I went to Paducah today to see him, was with him yesterday also. He cannot talk, but his mind does not seem to be affected, as he answers questions by nodding or shaking his head. He had tears when he saw us, and clung to my hands, kissing them. He is so pathetic, makes me want to cry. But, God is not finished with him yet, and we do not know why this was allowed to happen. He cannot, as yet, even swallow. Just do not know what will happen. He is in cardiac care because he has atrial fibrillation. His two sons live 6 hours away, but came last night, and had to go back today, but will be talking with the drs. on the phone tomorrow, and will be back Wednesday. Please join me/us in prayer for him, for God to work in his life now, in whatever way is best. We, his church family, will be checking on him regularly. Sybil, I thought you would especially like to know.

Mimi · « **Reply #32 on:** November 26, 2012, 04:22:58 AM »

Thank you, Dora. This is so very sad.

Richard Myers · « **Reply #33 on:** November 26, 2012, 04:49:02 AM »

Heavenly Father, thank you for Dora and George's friends who cared enough to check on him when he was in need. Comfort him and his family and friends as he goes through trial after trial. Work in his life to your honor and glory and for his salvation and that of his family and friends, we pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.

Dora · « **Reply #34 on:** November 26, 2012, 09:04:00 AM »

Thank you, Sybil, and Brother Richard,
Linda is going back to the hospital this morning to check on George. I cannot go, as I live 50 miles away, but will be going on Wednesday. I told Linda to tell him that you are praying for him. She is printing this quote in large letters to leave with him to read:

You are never alone. You are never in a place where you have no one to have interest in you. Our Heavenly Father has given His Son to die for you. The cross of Calvary testified that He takes a deep interest in your welfare, for you are the purchase of the Son of God, and you are the subject of many prayers…. "This Day With God.."

carls365 · « **Reply #35 on:** November 26, 2012, 09:07:24 AM »

Certainly.

Dorine · « **Reply #36 on:** November 26, 2012, 03:22:34 PM »

Just saw this for the first time. This poor man has been through an awful lot. Our prayers are with you on his behalf.

Dora · « **Reply #37 on:** November 26, 2012, 09:25:03 PM »

Yes, he has. But, like all of us, I believe God is allowing him a refining process. Linda reported that when she went in today, they had gotten him up into a chair. He does have enough strength in his right leg that he can stand for a very short time. Amazing! But, no movability, and at this point, his right arm and hand are useless. But, George being George, got so frustrated because he could not make himself understood. Linda did not stay very long because she was afraid he would get too excited and maybe have another stroke. Some other church members came in, and the physical therapist came, and she told George she would be back, but did not say when, and left. IF they can devise some way so he can communicate his thinking, it will make so much difference. Thank you all for prayers, and I know you will continue.

Dora · « **Reply #38 on:** November 30, 2012, 10:17:26 AM »

Yesterday, George's family with his doctors, decided against any aggressive measures with him, but to keep him as comfortable as possible. He is getting a plain IV, with meds in it for pain, if needed, but has not yet been needed, only something to calm him a bit. His hemoglobin continues to drop, so he is weaker, especially with no food. He is still alert, knows everyone, and lets you know that he does...but cannot talk. We will plan to see him tomorrow, briefly. All his family are coming from Chicago, or that was the last report.
Please continue in prayer for him. He always wants us to pray before we leave.

Richard Myers · « **Reply #39 on:** November 30, 2012, 10:27:13 AM »

Death is not natural. God never intended that man would die. But, for the Christian, we understand that it is just a temporary measure. All will come forth again, some to eternal life and others to eternal death. The second death is the one which we ought to fear, not the first since it is only temporary. If we have faith in the Word of God and have given our hearts fully to Jesus, then death has lost its sting. Christ has the keys to the grave and will bring forth all who have served Him with an undivided heart.

We pray that George is one who is abiding in Jesus and has no fear of the temporary sleep that will soon come as it will come to most of us. But, a few will escape death and be translated without seeing it. When we compare the first death which is sleep to what those who will be translated go through, most would choose to rest in the grave, safe from the darts of Satan.

May George and his friends be witnesses of the truth that all who die in Christ Jesus have gained the victory over death. "So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? 1 Cor. 15:54,55.