To all the concerned, family, and friends. As you already know the past 6.5 weeks has been a crazy time for Bethani and I. This traumatic time started back on 10/28 when Bethani first started experiencing symptoms of liver problems. There is no doubt that without your prayers and support we could not have made it this far. It is at times as traumatic as this that you really have to rely on prayer from others and trust that God is in control.
Currently we are waiting to see what the biopsy results will bring and then her lab work as well. For those who are not familiar with transplant medicine, let me rest some of your concern. First it is common for acute liver failure transplant patients to experience rejection and this is very treatable. The doctors have reiterated to us that they can treat this with no problem. I don't want to come across as everything is ok and alright, because it definitely is not, it is very scary for us right now, however we are on the road to recovery. Please continue to pray and send comments on the blog as they are sunshine in our day. Thank you again for all your generous support. Our main prayer concerns are nausea and vomiting, rejection, and leveling of medication. These all go hand in hand and once they are corrected they will allow her to eat and speed up her recovery.
with much love,
Brian, Bethani, & Wyatt
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praying for you guys - we love you both and believe that God is coming through.
darin & duana sargent
hey brian!
soo good to hear from you...me and tommy are constantly thinking about and praying for you both!
i cant imagine everything your both dealing with...just remember that we love you dearly and we are in continual prayer through this all! be stong and tell that girl i love her!~ :)
naomi
Brian thank you for the explanation. We are keeping you and Bethani and Wyatt and all the family in our thought & prayers. We are praying for a complete recovery. We know God is able!
Love,
Gaylen, Doreen, Weston & Landry
Thank you, thank you for the update. We are all hanging on to the edge of our chair to hear the latest. (Of course, hanging on to God with unceasing prayer.)
Call if Wyatt needs us!! We are ALWAYS more than happy to help out in any way possible.
Richie & Sandy Opdyke
Our dear little Bethani,
We can't believe all that you have gone through in the last several weeks! You are on our minds everyday, and we constantly shoot up prayers for you and your family. We are praying for you, your husband, your baby, your mom, your dad, and all the rest of your extended family. This is affecting alot of people Bethani, and everything happens for a purpose in God's world. You are an instrument in God's purpose; "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." We are believing for your speedy recovery, and trust you will have a "Merry Christmas!" WE LOVE YOU!
"Aunt" Marilyn and "Uncle" Mac
Dear Brian, Bethani, and Wyatt, thank you for keeping everyone posted. I have contacted so many family members and friends around the world and we are praying day & night for you guys. I hope that His strength & peace continues to uphold you as you get through every hour of these difficult days. Please know that we love you very much!
This was perhaps the most needed post here. One where we not only get a sense of where you (all) are emotionally and spiritually, but also to place some of these announcements into proper context.
That said. I'm praying for you, as is the entire house.
Call me if you need to, bro.
-R
Bethani & Brian and Bro.& Sis. Bishop and the rest of the family: I have some words here that I've had on my mind when this all first happened. I went through all my old records and found it. It is a song from the "Lanny Wolfe Trio". I know Sis Bishop and others will remember this song of long ago.
We're part of the family that's been born again..We're part of the family whose love never ends.
Sometimes we laugh together
Sometimes we cry .....
Sometimes we share together
heartache's and sighs
Sometimes we dream together
When a brother meets sorrow we all feel his pain and grief,and when he's passed though the valley we all feel relief.
Together in sunshine
Together in rain....Together in Victory in His precious name.
Bethani, Brian, Bro. & Sis Bishop and the rest of the family...just know this....
God has already performed a great miracle here and soon we will all rejoice "together" in this final Victory !!!!!!!!
Tricia & David Opdyke
Brian, Bethani and families;
You are in my continued prayers for complete healing and victory. The enemy will not prevail for we know that "greater is He that is in us, than he that is in the world"...we're claiming it for you and it is happening!
Love ya'll and pray you'll be able to enjoy Christmas and the New Year at home with your family!
Donna Seibold, Texas
Brian,
It's been a while since we last seen each other and I have never had the honor of meeting your precious wife. Mom called me when she had heard Bethani was needing a transplant and we began to pray that God would provide and He did. We know God is control and once again we trust Him in this situation knowing He will finish what He has begun. We love you all and will continue to pray. By the way what a handsome little boy you have can't wait to meet him.
Love,
Aaron, Breanna(your cuz), and Breleigh Batchelor
Bethani and Brian I have been praying for you guys and your family. Be strong and God will do his work!!!
bro rome:
the effectual fervent fasting of a 300lb brother (me) availeth much !! (i hope) j/k :<)
the redding church is behind you all the way !
bro hoffman
redding calif.
Thank you for the update and explanation. We are praying for Bethani, and all the family. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know what's going on. We believe God is going to touch her, as only He can do!!!!
The Applegarth's
Bethani and Brian,
I love you both and pray for you often. I would've written sooner, but I thought it'd be best to silently support. I can't wait to see what incredible things God has planned for your future. Trials come to make us strong (I think ha ha) though while we're in it, we don't see how. Be encouraged...it's impossible for God to fail! TRUST!!! (big word right now) that God knows exactly what he is doing and he will be glorified in all things, even through the pain and anguish we experience. Remember!!! You're Blessed by the best, on-top, and rising, flying like the eagles you are.
xoxo,
Daysha Spray
Psalm 138 and 139
Thank you for this update. Our family has been praying, and we will have special prayer tonight for Bethani in our midweek service.
In Christ's love,
The Connell Family &
Cornerstone Pentecostal Church
Oakley, Ca.
It is so great to hear from you Brian! Thank you so much for explaining the situation to us. Naomi and I keep eachother updated when there is a new blog. But lately I have been so scared and frustrated that it has been so hard to read them. So thank you for the much needed details.
I wish Rich and I could come visit you guys again. But I know that a bunch of germs is all she needs right now. So give her a squeeze from us and know that we are still praying. We love you guys!
Rich & Crystal
Dear Bryan, Bethani, Wyatt and all the rest of the gang of relatives:
You are in our thoughts and prayers today. When we received word this morning of the new developments, we immediately prayed for God's good hand to be upon you. We, along with the Abundant Life Center family of Matthews, NC, will be praying for a complete and total healing! It is good to know that at times when we can't see His hand, we can trust His heart. May the peace that the Christ child came to bring the world reign in your hearts during these moments of chaos and crisis. We love all y'all!!!
Brent, Paula, Ashley, and Alyson Watts
Our church continues to pray for your family.
The Glicks
San Mateo, CA
Brian, thanks for your update. We have been praying but your post has given us direction. We will be praying specifically and with faith. Love you much.
Bethani,
I am thinking of you and praying for you.
With lots of love,
Jen Payne
Brian,
Thank you for taking the time to give us this information. It certainly calms our hearts to know that this is something that the doctors expect and can be treated! We are believing with you for a full, complete and miraculous recovery for your sweet Bethani! May the peace that passeth all understanding be yours this day!
Love,
Dennis & Susan
Brian & Bethani -
Praying for you to recover well. Brian, dont forget to eat and you can keep the fat and calories from your food as you need it for the strength. bethani, you just eat what you can and except the prayers of the fat and calories from the food I eat cos God knows I eat ALOT!!! Thank you Brian for your post, it was definately appreciated by me. Really helped me out. May God continue to bless you.
Love ya'll
Sonia Oliver
Dear Brian & Bethany,
Please know that Inland Lighthouse Church in Rialto, CA is lifting you up in prayer. Pastor Larry Booker brings the church to prayer for you at every service. We're also praying for you daily, hourly, and every minute at times.
We serve such a big God, I believe he is able to go above and beyond what we ask him for. We're trusting and believing him for a COMPLETE recovery. Then you can join the ranks of those among us who are LIVING testimonies of the power of God!
There is nothing like the family of God, and I'm reminded of that every time I read your blog. I see names of people who've been a part of my life since childhood. What a treasure to know we're part of the same family.
Hang in there - it's gonna get better! I seriously wish I could donate some calories to Bethani - she could use them, and I've got plenty to spare.
I'm looking forward to a good report. Thanks so much for the updates.
Holly Garrett & Crew - Patrick, Ian, & Zachary
Thanks so much for taking the time to update Bethani's blog. We are very concerned, prayerful and believing God to bring Bethani safely through this crisis.
Hang on to the sure knowledge that..."underneath are the everlasting arms."
Shirley Buxton
www.writenow.wordpress.com
Dear Brian,
Thank you so much for the update. We are praying for your sweetheart, and trusting the Lord for a complete recovery! We love you guys very much here in Stockton.
Michael & Rebecca Muniz
Brian,
We are praying for you all. God bless,
Steven & Kandee McDaniel
You are in our prayers. We appreciate this blog page that allows us to keep checking on Bethany's progress. We love you both and will continue to pray for a full recovery.
Randall & Janice Frailey
Justin & Carolina Frailey
Brian, Bethani and Wyatt,
Our prayers go out for you and your family.
I though I`d bring you up to date on the young man,Hector,that you met at Target in Visalia and invited him to church. He comes to church every Sunday.I want you to know he has the makings of a real soul winner.We have been going through Search for Truth#1. He hasn`t missed a lesson.I taught lesson #6(One God)and he had no problem with it. Last Monday was to be lesson#7 but he had invited two friends in so we started with lesson #5 (New Testament).He has invited more friends for next Monday`s lesson.
I`ve kept him informed about Bethani and we have prayer during Bible study for all of you. He really loves you and really enjoyed Bethani`s singing, as did we all.
Brian, please send me some more Hectors.We will do our best to take care of them
God Bless!
Bro.& Sis. Bland Sr.
Hello Brian,
May God be your strength in this tough time. We are praying for you.
Jonathan and Annette Ghiloni
Dear Brian:
Thank you for this blog and your updates. Please know that our church is praying for you in Fairfield, CA. David Alvarez is our pastor. God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we could ask our think.
Much Love,
Mike & Karen Mester
Bro. Brian, Thank you so much for taking the time to give this update. We are praying for the things you listed. Specific prayers get specific answers, in Jesus Name!
Remember this, "His strength is perfect when our strength is gone. He'll carry us when we can't carry on..."
Nathan and Ronda Hurst
Bro. Brian,
Thank you for the update on your wife Bethani. We are holding you all up in our prayers. We love you and your family very much.Bethani hang in there, God is with you.
Isaiah 53:5: But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities:the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and with his stripes we are healed. Hold on to his promises.
Love and Prayers,
Art & Rosa Hodges,III family
Brian,
Thanks for this update. Linda and I have prayed often for your family, both immediate and extended. You guys are so loved by so many. The prayers, the comments, the love offerings are a testimony of the love of Jesus showing through His people. We love you and are praying for the best. Call if you need anything.
Gary & Linda Wiley
Dear Ones, you and your family are so special, and it is a privilege to take your names to our Lord in prayer. He is and will always be your strength and your refuge. And He will take you through your valley to the mountain top so that you can rejoice in His goodness. With love, the Hoppers
We continue to keep you in prayer. We pray that God will give you great peace at this time!
Andrew & Devi Foster
Love and prayers for all of you!! We know that God is faithful. Our timing is often not His timing, but He always keeps His promises. Thinking of you all......
The Warner Family
(Eric, Kami, Amy and Kelly)
Remember the Camping Crew is in Prayer for ALL of you!
John & Sharon Nelson
Rodney & Melissa Nelson
Manuel & Heidi Mendoza
Brian, thank you so much for explaining the situation for us. You, Bethani, Wyatt, and the rest of the family have been in our prayers continually. We know that God is able to do exceeding, abundantly, above all that we can ask or think according to the powere that worketh in us. Keep the faith! Give Bethani our love.
Sincerely,
Josiah and Kari Wilson
Fresno, CA
We have been praying for you all and had special prayer for you on Wednesday. God is a miracle working God! We will continue to hold you all up in prayer.
Love,
The Western District Office Staff
Bri and Beth,
We love u-guys! Bri, so good to hear your voice. Though it was written we could hear you say that only as you could in a situation like this. Yes, GOD is in control! All our continual love and prayers!
Jer and Ange
Bethani
Only God knows the whys! We know He will be in FULL control. Were praying for you little sister. Love you all mucho mucho mucho.
**HUGGYS***
The McNeelys
Brian and Bethani,
Our church is praying for you. If there is anything you need while in SF please let us know. It's not far from where I live.
My e-mail is rustinhaner@gmail.com. My phone# is 209-298-4691.
Love
Rustin and Stephanie Haner
Dear Bethani,
God is able and He won't fail... Wishing you a swift and safe recovery. People in Guam are praying for you and your family so be encouraged and get well soon!
Christian love,
Ryan De Guzman and family
Brian I was surfing the web and came across this info. I am Robert, Barrera from Paul ID. I want you to know I am praying for you and your wife, I pray that God will give her rivers of living water and bring her complete healing. I know you are going through a tough time. I pray God will give you guidance and strength. I am walking through the valley and shadow of death my self with my dear Mother she has been diagnosed with stomch cancer it is advance your prayers are requested. God bless and give my love to all of your family. barrera_robert@hotmail.com love to hear from you.
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