We received the unfortunate news today that Luke has a very rare colon disease (the Docs don’t know what the cause is) and it’s not a matter of if, but when, his colon will have to be removed. Amy and I are very sad for Luke, but are hopeful. The Lord is refining my faith and love for Him. “Scott, do you trust Me?” “Yes, Lord, I trust you, but why?” “I can’t tell you the details right now, but please know that I love you, I love Amy, I love Jack, and I love Luke.”
Amy and I haven’t made any permanent decisions about the next steps. Do we go ahead with surgery this summer or do we wait until Luke is older to better grasp and understand the finality of removing his colon? We could really use your prayers as we look to the Lord for guidance. Thank you for praying this week for us. We are on this journey together.
Scott, I find myself feeling sad right along with you and trying hard not to ask why but to continue holding His hand. Re: timing… my question would be what difference would it make in the bigger picture. Obviously I don’t know the answer to that question but tis one I would be asking.
I have some close friends whose daughter had many surgeries as a wee one. Had to trust the Lord with her emotional health but she is thriving today.
You are in my thoughts and prayers…
Praying for you, Stewarts. What a tough day. Keep us posted on how to keep praying.
Hi Scott and Amy,
The Wood family is praying for you. Your faith inspires us to pray more, believe more, and love each other more. Luke…what an amazing boy! I love looking at his pictures.
I had a friend in college who had had his colon removed in his teen. I did not know for about a year that he did not have a colon, as he was able to live a pretty normal life (at least from my perception).
Love to you all. Jakob and Johanna will be visiting my mom and Lou over 4th of July (for a week). If you’re around Charlotte, they would love to see you all!