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  • April 8, 2019April 25, 2019
  • by Jan Woodard

What’s Happening 4.25.19

More good news!

My cancer markers again DROPPED – this time by 70 points, down to 202. (They were 332 in February.)

I’m now on three forms of chemo and they, combined with prayer, are working, praise God!

More good news: three of my liver enzymes are normal and the one that is high dropped from 227 to 210. My chest CAT scan shows a few tiny tumors in my lungs that are not growing and have not increased in number. ZAP them, Lord God!

Two weeks ago I started on daily Ibrance, a form of oral chemo and am doing okay, except my white and red blood cell counts are below normal. Please pray for protection from infections and strength for the day because I’m told to expect my blood counts to keep falling way below normal. This I know: God is in control.

Skies from our back deck: God’s majesty on display

Last night I attended Divine Destiny’s Bible study on healing and came home so encouraged by Pastor Scott’s teaching: my healing was purchased on the cross and in God’s eyes was accomplished by the work of His son. I find I keep returning to Exodus 15:36 which says God’s names is Jehovah Rophe: “I AM the Lord who heals thee.”

Psalm 103 is also written on my heart:

Praise the Lord, my soul;
    all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
2 Praise the Lord, my soul,
    and forget not all his benefits—
3 who forgives all your sins
    and heals all your diseases,
4 who redeems your life from the pit
    and crowns you with love and compassion,
5 who satisfies your desires with good things
    so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. Psalm 103:1-5

April 9

Prayer Warriors – I’M THANKFUL FOR YOUR PRAYERS!

Tests last Friday confirmed cancer markers in my blood DECREASED after treatments of two types of chemo on March 22. (One liver enzyme went up – boo!!!- but three are normal, praise God!!!)

I begin oral chemo Wednesday that could lower my red blood cells (needed for energy) and white blood cells (needed to fight infection).

I’m also waiting for results of my chest CT Scan, today. My spiritual enemy wants me to be scared – Lord, I trust You to be my energy, protector, healer and peace.

He is the Lord who healeth me,
He is the Lord, my Healer


S/he who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.  I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalm 91:1-2 )

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18 COMMENTS
  • Betsy
    April 8, 2019 at 6:21 pm

    Thinking positive thoughts for you, Jan 🤞.
    Your faith is strong, Friends and prayers plentiful. Love and support abundant.

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 8, 2019 at 8:56 pm

      Thanks, Betsy, going through things and found a first aid book that was your dad’s — I sent it on to Citizen’s

  • Barbara
    April 8, 2019 at 7:19 pm

    All will be well indeed! We will continue to pray and hold your hands up!

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 8, 2019 at 8:55 pm

      love that image, Barbara

  • Lisa
    April 8, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    Thanks for helping me find perspective today Jan. You tell Satan ‘not today!!!! Not tomorrow!’ Continued prayers for healing, strength and perseverance.

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 8, 2019 at 8:54 pm

      Amen!

  • Sharon Uber
    April 8, 2019 at 8:39 pm

    Good to hear things are going better for you. Will continue to keep you in my prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 8, 2019 at 8:53 pm

      Thanks, Sharon!

  • Candy
    April 9, 2019 at 8:31 am

    So happy to hear your update today Jan. Continued prayers for you as do battle against cancer once again. I know you are surrounded by family, friends and Gods protection. I am here for anything you need. Love you dearest friend! 🙏🏼❤️

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 9, 2019 at 11:18 am

      It’s love like yours that keeps me going, Candy. Covering you & Tom with prayers & love, as well

  • Jessica
    April 10, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    You are amazing, strong, and such an inspiration. Your blog is beautiful. Continued prayers for great results, fast recovery, and a great summer with your family.

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 10, 2019 at 3:00 pm

      Thanks so much, Jessica

  • Jan Zettle
    April 10, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    I’m glad you got some good news. The Lord will keep you strong through your process.
    Love, Jan

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 12, 2019 at 5:15 pm

      I believe that more than ever, Jan. Or rather, that in my weakness, God will be my strength and my song.

  • Joyce
    April 26, 2019 at 5:02 pm

    Continued prayers for you Jan and for your healing. PTL for the good reports! God is Good all the time!!

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 26, 2019 at 10:35 pm

      He continually teaches me how to press into Him, Joyce

  • Renee McCray
    April 27, 2019 at 7:24 am

    This is such a glowing testimony!

    1. Jan Woodard
      April 28, 2019 at 4:46 pm

      God is with us, Renee!

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