i've always sort of considered myself one that would be sleeping soundly next to Jesus when the disciples came to him during the panic of the storm (Matthew 8:23-27). After all the miracles he had previously performed and considering His power, for sure I wouldn't be one too alarmed. And i especially wouldn't want to be one of those included in on the "O ye of little faith" group. Probably a pride issue for me. A few days ago, though, something happened to jar my reality. It was the middle of the night and Jordan was having another pain episode (of which Becky and I could only helplessly look on) And in the midst of our "why" questions and weariness, it suddenly dawned on me that i would actually have been the very disciple who, not only would have suggested waking the 'Master" up, but would have volunteered to be the first to try and roust Him from His sleep. I've never quite looked at this Bible story from such a desparate point of view. Presently, I feel like I am in the midst of trying to wake Him up in hopes that He will calm our storm and save Jordan's life. I wonder how maddening the storm got before the disciples actually did wake Him. It just says the waves were coming over the boat? How long was it before things got too desparate? In the waiting time for this storm to pass, we are seeking Him and His power. Jordan's next scans (which will detect cancer reduction or growth) are Thursday morning. We are setting aside Wednesday as a day of prayer and fasting in hopes of seeing God's miraculous hand of healing. After our mid-week Bible study at church (Calvary Fellowship- Mountlake Terrace), we will gather for a special time of prayer (approx 8:30pm). Whatever God might place upon your heart to do on this purposeful day, would be a great encouragement to us. Again, I speak as one and for the whole, the Busby family is so grateful for all that others have done to sustain us through our "dark hour".
BIG love,
the Busbys
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Thanks for your fresh perspective Brent. We've already marked Wednesday as a day for lifting you all up. It was truly a blessing to see your sweet family the other day. We think of you every day and pray this storm will break...indeed the Son will shine.
The K's love you!
We will gladly join with you Wednesday!
John and Andria
We will plead on your behalf. It will be easy to fast since we are at Children's and their food sucks.
C, J and b
Brother Brent and Becky. You know that the family up in the Valley will be taking the day off from the focus on the flesh to join in with you in this prayer to our Father. His grace IS truly sufficient moment by moment! Keep the praise on, Dad is alreay the victor. Jordan IS ALREADY safe in the arms of Jesus. We love you guys.
God has already used your testimony, this very day, in a great way to bring healing and unity in our home. The Lord does not take the suffering and trials he allows in His kids lives lightly, and we know that this IS, and has been, working great things in many lives.
He is faithful. He will continue to give the strength to follow.
Again, we love you guys.
Your family - Me and Kristina, Joshua, Katie, Rachelle, Alicia, Amber, Abigail, Jacob, and Samuel
Peace 'in spite of'
'YOU WILL EXPERIENCE GOD'S PEACE, WHICH IS FAR MORE WONDERFUL THAN THE HUMAN MIND CAN UNDERSTAND.' PHILIPPIANS 4:7
Catherine Marshall writes 'A king once offered a prize to the artist who could paint the best picture of peace. Many tried, but there were only two the king really liked. One was of a calm lake. It was a perfect mirror for the peaceful towering mountains all around it. Overhead was a blue sky with fluffy white clouds. The other picture had mountains too. But they were rugged and bare. Above them was an angry sky from which fell rain, and in which lightning played. Down the side of the mountains tumbled a waterfall. This did not look peaceful at all. But when the king looked closely he saw behind the waterfall a tiny bush growing in a crack in the rock. In the bush a mother bird had built her nest. There, in spite of the rush of angry water, she sat on her nest; in perfect peace. Which picture do you think won the prize? The king chose the second picture. Why? "Because," explained the king, "Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. Peace means to be in the middle of all these things and still be calm in your heart."' At some point we all discover that there's no safe harbour free from storms; that peace is not the absence of storms, but a) the assurance of God's presence and protection in the midst of them; b) the growth of our faith and character because of them; c) His rock-solid promise to bring us through them stronger and wiser.
Us and one other family keep wednesdays as a day of prayer and fasting. You are very much in our prayers. I am inclined to GIVE THANKS!!
George,Liz and Leon-London
Brent,
I give thanks that you are my sister's husband and Jordan's father everyday. Will be with you on Wednesday and Thursday from Virginia.
Julie
I will be thinking of you and your family and hope for good news on Thursday.
We are with you from Hong Kong.
A-team Olsens
Brent,
Dang it, I already ate my Wheaties! So, I'll go w/o my midday meal. I'm fighting a bug right now so I took the day off school (but will, of course, go back for Raider practice). Praying for a good scan.
In solidarity,
Brian
Had a great day before the Lord.I can feel the might of the Lord over you even accross the Atlantic (Rev 8:3-5)
Although i am very sure that you do bless your children always-as a prophetic gesture, please lay your hands on Jordan and give him the blessing in Numbers 6:24-26:
24 The LORD bless you
and keep you;
25 the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;
26 the LORD turn his face toward you
and give you peace." '
Much love in Christ Jesus
George,Liz and Leon-London
Brent and family, I'm praying for you and Jordan. Much love,
Kristi Q
We love you guys so much. You are on our minds and in our hearts every second of every minute of every day!We are praying for you all! Much Love, The gibsons
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