Great is thy faithfulness LORD unto me
That is the anthem of my heart. God has been faithful to me. Besides his faithfulness, I have known his grace and mercy in the journey.
After the diagnosis, I had to go though a number of tests to check if the disease had spread to other parts of the body. By God's grace it had not and on Feb 21st I was admitted at M.P. Shah for surgery.
Feb 22, 2013 at 16:45hrs
I was taken to the theater for the surgical procedure. After 6 hrs, I was wheeled back to the ward, half a liver and gall bladder gone. According to the doctor it was a very difficult surgery and he was glad people were praying. I am thankful that the LORD heard the prayers and preserved me.
God lavished me with his love through his people. I had a minimum of 20 visitors per day, many texts and calls. Had an eventful week( details in another post), the Psalms and "Hope through the night" ( music and scriptures played by Hope FM at night), offered much comfort during the nights.
March 1, 2013
I was discharged and advised to take 30 days of bed rest; anyone that knows me is certain that that felt like being imprisoned. God had it all planned out, I had my nephew to entertain me, visitors, the Bible to study and a lot of free time to just commune with Him. That was refreshing. Sunday mornings I was restless, I just wanted to go to church. Since that could not happen, God ensured that within an hour or less after the Services, I had his children visiting me.
On 31st March, there was a worship experience at church in the afternoon, I attended. I can never thank God enough for strengthening me to attend it. It is a privilege to worship the LORD and to be in the gathering of His body ( it might feel like I am being too emotional about Church, yes I am). After being away for 5 Sundays for the first time ever in my life ( since I started attending Church). That day was profound for me.
May 1st - 12th
I was accompanied by my aunt to India for a review and at that point I was told there was no residue of the disease but I needed to keep going for check ups.
The story changed when I went for the regular check up while in Kenya in August and they found 4 tiny lesions had developed in the right lobe of the liver.
September 2013- March 4th 2014
I was in India for further review and subsequently 6 sessions of Chemotherapy to deal with 9 lesions at that point. This span of time requires another post, it shall be done soon.
I experienced a season amazing grace, provision, love, care and support. One thing I had asked from the LORD was an assurance that He was with me.
Before you start wondering if I am normal, I am. I was afraid of going through chemo, tensed about the cost as I had already had an earlier fundraiser to cover for the surgery and I did not feel like I should ask people to give anymore towards that. I am so grateful for the generosity of my family,friends, the leadership and body of Christ at Karura Community Chapel as money was raised to take care of the bills.
I lacked nothing during the season.
June 2014- Aug 4th 2014
I was back to India to undergo a specialized type of chemo to deal with 5 lesions that had not been cleared by chemo. Once again, the LORD provided for me through the giving of his children.
We are in November and as I write this post, I am in India. I came for review and the results showed that another lesion has developed and one of those that were there has enlarged. I am preparing to undergo a specialized type of radiation. I am not sure for how long I will be here but I am certain the LORD is watching over me.
This is certainly a long post and it might feel like it has had a lot of drama for lack of a better word. The back and forth with the doctors and across the continents has not been easy but GOD has sustained me by his grace. I can assure you, it is sufficient.
Today I ask that you pray for & with me, give thanks that the disease has not spread to the rest of the body. It is the LORD that has contained it.
He is able to speak a word and this matter gets settled and He can use the doctors to treat. Whichever He would choose to use, I am resting in his unfailing love.
Blessings to you!
That is the anthem of my heart. God has been faithful to me. Besides his faithfulness, I have known his grace and mercy in the journey.
After the diagnosis, I had to go though a number of tests to check if the disease had spread to other parts of the body. By God's grace it had not and on Feb 21st I was admitted at M.P. Shah for surgery.
Feb 22, 2013 at 16:45hrs
I was taken to the theater for the surgical procedure. After 6 hrs, I was wheeled back to the ward, half a liver and gall bladder gone. According to the doctor it was a very difficult surgery and he was glad people were praying. I am thankful that the LORD heard the prayers and preserved me.
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| On my birthday, Feb 24 |
March 1, 2013
I was discharged and advised to take 30 days of bed rest; anyone that knows me is certain that that felt like being imprisoned. God had it all planned out, I had my nephew to entertain me, visitors, the Bible to study and a lot of free time to just commune with Him. That was refreshing. Sunday mornings I was restless, I just wanted to go to church. Since that could not happen, God ensured that within an hour or less after the Services, I had his children visiting me.
On 31st March, there was a worship experience at church in the afternoon, I attended. I can never thank God enough for strengthening me to attend it. It is a privilege to worship the LORD and to be in the gathering of His body ( it might feel like I am being too emotional about Church, yes I am). After being away for 5 Sundays for the first time ever in my life ( since I started attending Church). That day was profound for me.
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| I am in awe of God's goodness towards me |
I was accompanied by my aunt to India for a review and at that point I was told there was no residue of the disease but I needed to keep going for check ups.
The story changed when I went for the regular check up while in Kenya in August and they found 4 tiny lesions had developed in the right lobe of the liver.
September 2013- March 4th 2014
I was in India for further review and subsequently 6 sessions of Chemotherapy to deal with 9 lesions at that point. This span of time requires another post, it shall be done soon.
I experienced a season amazing grace, provision, love, care and support. One thing I had asked from the LORD was an assurance that He was with me.
Before you start wondering if I am normal, I am. I was afraid of going through chemo, tensed about the cost as I had already had an earlier fundraiser to cover for the surgery and I did not feel like I should ask people to give anymore towards that. I am so grateful for the generosity of my family,friends, the leadership and body of Christ at Karura Community Chapel as money was raised to take care of the bills.
I lacked nothing during the season.
June 2014- Aug 4th 2014
I was back to India to undergo a specialized type of chemo to deal with 5 lesions that had not been cleared by chemo. Once again, the LORD provided for me through the giving of his children.
We are in November and as I write this post, I am in India. I came for review and the results showed that another lesion has developed and one of those that were there has enlarged. I am preparing to undergo a specialized type of radiation. I am not sure for how long I will be here but I am certain the LORD is watching over me.
This is certainly a long post and it might feel like it has had a lot of drama for lack of a better word. The back and forth with the doctors and across the continents has not been easy but GOD has sustained me by his grace. I can assure you, it is sufficient.
Today I ask that you pray for & with me, give thanks that the disease has not spread to the rest of the body. It is the LORD that has contained it.
He is able to speak a word and this matter gets settled and He can use the doctors to treat. Whichever He would choose to use, I am resting in his unfailing love.
Blessings to you!
Naomi, He continues to overwhelm us with His love. My prayers for you continue. Thanks for sharing.!
ReplyDeleteBy His stripes you are healed. God said it, we believed it and that settles it. May the Good Lord continue to show shower you with His faithfulness and His unfailing love.
ReplyDeleteGod is forever Faithful.
ReplyDeleteNaomi, God is watching over you. Praying for you girl.
ReplyDeleteMuch love, DB
Naomi, God is with you. You're such an inspiration. I keep you in my prayers. ♥
ReplyDeleteYour courage in the face of adversity, tenacity and unwavering faith in God is simply awe inspiring. He has begun a good work, He is faithful to complete it. You're in my prayers. Huggggs
ReplyDeleteNaomi it's my prayer that you get completely healed. The Lord is faithful and is able to do exceedingly above our expectations. His love endures forever and his mercies are new every morning. May His peace that surpasses all human understanding guard your heart both now and forwever more Amen. Let me assure you that the Lord shall remain your shephard
ReplyDeleteHi Naomi,I stumbled upon your post.You are in my prayers for I know God has good plans even in the darkest of times His light shines as it is shining through you by the courage and faith you radiate.Be blessed
ReplyDeleteHey Naomi, this is Diana Mbugua, former classmate in Quabbz. My prayer with you this day is that He may strengthen you, provide for you that you may never lack and that in the end, His glory may be revealed through you. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteHello Naomi,as Ruth didn't leave Naomi in the Bible so thy Lord will never Leave you till you are perfectly heal in Jesus Name.......Amen.
ReplyDeleteHi Naomi "cubie",
ReplyDeleteThis is Christine your cubie in Quabbz while in form four. I was going through my facebook page and my heart sunk on reading about this. By His stripes, you are healed. My prayers are with you and may God's strength be yours Naomi. I have known you to be strong and I doubt that has changed.
Your healing is in process in Jesus Name.