It has only been a few times in my life where I could truly feel the stress at the level it was this morning. When Autumn received the first text and then the second, truthfully I just wanted to run and run and run and run.
Thank you sooo much for praying for Karl,
for his family,
for Autumn and for us.
Derek plopped down next to me a couple of times today and said, “Okay, so who’s praying right now?”
{Derek completely loves seeing your names
sprawled across the page.
Thank you for ministering so sweetly by just even placing your name on it that you are praying – such a blessing to all of us! And thank you Joni, as well. I owe you forever!}
And as wonderful as the news was,
we have some things that really need prayer.
Karl’s parents were told that brain trauma
patients can be roller coasters.
One day really great.
Next might not be.
So here are some things that need prayer:
{1} Bleeding in the brain has continued. It needs to stop NOW!!
{2} The doctors want him to open his eyes – on his own – asap!
{3} The doctors have told us that this is going to be a long haul. Please pray for strength and God’s power to be shown.
{4} The doctors are planning to put a trach in. They have given some thoughts on when that might happen. Please pray for wisdom for them.
{5} The doctors are also planning on putting a feeding tube in his stomach. Please pray for wisdom for this.
{6} Please pray that God’s Holy Spirit and His ministering angels will whisper to Karl as he rests, bringing healing to his body, one fiber at a time.
You guys are awesome!!
Thank you for being Aaron and Hur to our arms through this time.
We really, really need you!
“When Moses’ hands grew tired, they took a stone
and put it under him
and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held his hands up–
one on one side, one on the other–
so that his hands remained steady till sunset.”
Exodus 17:12
I will pray specifically for all these things mentioned. I love that story of Moses. I believe in the victory for Karl as well.
Linny, you don't know me. But…in 2004 my husband was critically injured in an automobile accident. He spent 26 days in a coma. Had multiple injuries that should have killed him. But God healed his body. I hated EVERY time the dr's would tell me this was "a marathon…not a sprint". Hated it. But my husband was healed. And I can't stop thinking about, praying for, and checking for updates on Karl. I DO understand what it means for people to pray…even the ones you don't know. Especially after he wakes up. And I'm praying for Karl to WAKE UP!!!! In Jesus name…Praying, Linny….
Thank you for updating!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am praying right now for open eyes, perfect procedures and deep wisdom as well as peace over all of you!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO wish I lived close enough to drop off cookies, give hugs, pray in person.
Love yah,
Shannon
"My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst
of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them
and health to all their flesh."
Proverbs 4:20-22
-Diane
Praying right now for all those things.God is able! So glad that we can all be there for you. My kids and I prayed for him and the rest of you and the doctors during our family devotions.
Leveta
Praying for all of you and especially for Karl. You may be encouraged to read the story of an old classmate of mine (http://grahamandrandi.wordpress.com/). He was suffered a traumatic brain injury about a year ago, and he and his wife have been walking the long road of recovery together, giving testimony to the Lord's work throughout it all.
Trusting in the sweet peace and rest only the Lord can give at these times.
Linny,
me & a friend have both been praying without ceasing… we believe that GOD can & WILL work a miracle here… GOD is going to use this in such as mighty way.. he already is… praying for each of the things you mentioned & praying for renewed strength for ALL OF YOU… Praying for sweet Autumn that GOD will hold her up as well during this difficult time…
Keep up with the updates.. its not gonna be long before he walks out of that Hospital to go home.. I'm claiming that in JESUS NAME 🙂
RISSA
Linny – we will absolutely be Aaron and Hur. Praying during our times on the spreadsheet – and throughout the day and night as well. Praying for all six critical things currently on the list – and for God's guidance for the doctors and surgeons as they administer to Karl. To God Be The Glory – Great Things He Hath Done !
I'm still praying in Indiana!! I am a nurse and work 12 hour shifts. It was all I could do today to get home after work and check for an update on Karl. Even though I didn't sign up on the prayer vigil I want you to know I have still been praying. I printed off the requests from tonight to take with me to work tomorrow so that I can pray specifically for Karl tomorrow while I'm at work.
I'm still praying in Indiana!! I am a nurse and work 12 hour shifts. It was all I could do today to get home after work and check for an update on Karl. Even though I didn't sign up on the prayer vigil I want you to know I have still been praying. I printed off the requests from tonight to take with me to work tomorrow so that I can pray specifically for Karl tomorrow while I'm at work.
I am praying now. As I am during the day. Thank You for the specifics for more prayers. I do sincerely hope that Karl with begin to progress soon. Tell Autumn we are all thinking of her too. Tell her she is a beautiful person, and I pray for her comfort (as well as the rest of his family). Love and God will conquer all. Tell her to never stop loving him. This might be a rough road, but now is when he needs her most <3
I love this scripture….will be praying for all you mentioned…is Jesus name…
I don't think I've ever left a comment on your blog but I am a follower. My husband was in a bad car accident about 2 months ago and knowing the stress and heartache involved, I am praying for Karl in Jesus' almighty name! That the Lord would show Himself strong in this situation and provide a speedy and complete healing and strength for everyone involved!
Linny, I have praying this hour for Karl and just am checking for an update as my designated time is coming to an end. The 15 minutes prior to my checking, I was already specifically praying for number 2 and during the hour also number 3 and 4. I'll be continuing to pray for Karl and all of you, may God bless and keep you all close in His arms.
Karen
Praying for Karl tonight…thank you for the update!
Have you or his family considered starting a Caringbridge site for him? Just a thought!
Oh Linny, my computer crashed two weeks ago and I'm sooo behind on praying for everyone!! PLEASE know that I am lifting up Karl and his family(and yours as well), and praying for complete healing for Karl! Can't imagine…..{{{{HUGS}}}}
I am honored to be your Aaron & Hur. (Seems like I've been filling that role often lately with everything in our family.) Thank you for the ongoing updates and the specific prayer requests. I have been praying thru the day & nite and am grateful for the miracles that have already happened. I'm looking forward to mountains being moved by the One who can do immeasurably MORE that all we ask or imagine.
Love to all of you! ♥
Praying for Karl, Autumn, Karl's family, you, your family (including your two new treasures) and all the others affected by this situation. Praying for peace, faith, understanding, healing and so much more. Thanks for the continued updates so we know what to keep praying for.
Right now as I was reading this post Michael W. Smith's Healing Rain is playing on my Pandora. How stinking amazing is that!!! Healing Rain is falling down, I'm not afraid, cuz Healing Rain is falling down. Autumn, Karl and all of your families, God's healing rain is falling down right now.
Praying for you right now and through the night. It is 9:25pm my time, 11:25pm your time. Praying you through the night. The enemy WILL NOT win. God's healing rain is falling down.
Continuing to pray….
Thank you for taking the time to let us know how things are. AND for letting us know exactly what to pray for! Love you.
It's an honor to help hold you up. Continuing to pray like crazy!
Been praying and fasting throughout the last two days…and am on the list at 6 a.m. tomorrow. Love that song Healing Rain! Hang in there!
Just signed up for more times/days…thank you Joni (if you did it) for extending the days! We will not give up…we will not grow weary…arms are being held up unceasingly…we will be in this until Karl is fully healed. The joy of the Lord is our strength! Lifting you all up! Great is His Faithfulness!!! <3
Oh Linn….I am praying. I can't even imagine what you all must be going through. Praying for complete healing for Karl…Praying for comfort for the family and your sweet Autumn.
Blessings
Julie Hoagland
In 1995, my then-22-year-old brother was critically injured in a motorcycle accident. He had an open-head, traumatic brain injury, facial degloving, numerous fractures, and he lost an eye. He was given a 0% chance of surviving the night. Three weeks later, due to God's grace, he left the hospital and went into rehab. Three months later, he was back to work. He required many facial surgeries after that, but he is now living a very fulfilling life, earning a very good living, and enjoying himself very much. There is ALWAYS HOPE and ALWAYS HEALING. I will continue to pray for Karl, as God's perfection flows through him now.
I think I commented in the wrong place, so it didn't show up on the spreadsheet, but I want you to know that I was praying today at "my time", 2:30. I will never look at a clock that reads 2:00 again and not think, "Okay, almost time to pray for Karl!"
When I read this post, as soon as I read that Karl's brain needs to stop bleeding, I thought, "God can do that!" It was an amazing moment of complete faith. A feeling that God CAN do that. He CAN!
I am praying for Karl, for you all, for his doctors and nurses. Praying, praying, praying. And I will be praying again tomorrow, at 2:30.
Lots of love to you all.
Oh Linny
This journey brings back such memories of my dad's brain haemorrhage. Please be assured I am praying for Karl & his family & friends. I know what it's like to sit by the person & pray & pray that God is ministering to him even as we seem helpless to do anything but pray. The first flutter of those eyes is amazing…. I'm praying that it happens quickly for you all.
Love & prayers from your Aussie friend
Renata
Linny, I'm so sorry to read of this tragedy. We've been on the road and are now actually in your beautiful Durango for just a very short stay. Please know that your family is in my prayers. May He hold you and comfort you as only He can.
Love from the Wolfes,
Jocelyn
We are praying as we close the day here in Boise. May God make His presence known in His time. May he give you all strength and grace. May he grant all the things Karl needs to begin his recovery and all to the glory of Jesus.
2 moms and 6 kids under 5 here. We are still praying throughout the day, but can't do an hour. Thank you for telling his family they are not alone right now. This does not take God by surprise, and he has a deeper work of healing to do in hearts as well as Karl's head and body. He works ALL things together for good for those who love him and even in this we can give thanks. This situation brings to mind Corrie TenBoom's sister giving thanks for the awful bug infestation in their barracks in the concentration camp, and Corrie finding out later that those bugs were the reason they were able to study the Bible and lead many to Jesus. Remind Autumn to keep holding on to the promises He has given. HE IS FAITHFUL. Holding her/them up and praying that none of this would last a second longer than necessary. Love from NE.
Continuing to pray as I am getting ready for bed. Thankful that God never sleeps and keeps watch 24/7 over Karl!
my prayer for karl tonight:
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most high shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty…..He shall cover thee with His feathers and under His wings shalt thou trust.
….Tou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night nor for the arrow that flieth by day…..Because thou hast made the Lord which is my refuge, even the most high thy habitation, there shall no evil befall thee neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For He shall give His angels charge over thee to keep thee in all thy ways. They shall bear thee up in their hands lest thou DASH THY FOOT(HEAD) AGAINST A STONE! ….I will be with him in trouble, i will deliver him and honor him. WITH LONG LIFE WILL I SATISFY HIM, AND SHOW HIM MY SALVATION!
psalm 91:1,4,5,10-12,15-16
we love you autumn and karl! praying without ceasing!!!
Hi Linny, I'm finally de-lurking 🙂 Your blog has been inspiring and challenging me for some time! PRAYING for you!!! This is incredibly difficult I'm sure. My cousin through marriage is one year into this process with her husband. If you need a strong Christian woman on the other side of it for Autumn to talk to, let me know and I can try to connect you two. If this is anything like the situation we've witnessed, be prepared to be in awe of God's love through His church around the world. I know you've seen it already, but WOW.
Praying for wisdom for the doctors, the bleeding to stop, and for the other requests…also that God will wrap you all up tight in His loving arms and weep with you, laugh with you, rejoice with you, and sing to you.