On September 26, 2024, Denise was diagnosed with sinus cancer (a 1 x 1.5-inch tumor). Tests showed that the cancer was aggressive, and we didn't know how long it had been there. Internet searches (dangerous things!) told us that the prognosis was likely not very good. Our trust is in the Lord, but that trust was being tested to the core. We were both battling fears about what was to come.
As the news spread, people immediately began to pray for us. And we could tell! Every time we paused to open the Bible or pray, we experienced the Lord's peace and guidance.
October 2 was a great day for us. First, we received the great news that the cancer had not spread. Praise God! Then, our church gathered that night to pray for Denise. The sanctuary was almost full. What an amazing blessing!
We have experienced an amazing outpouring of love and support from family, church, and friends. And lots of prayer for Denise. Thank you so much!
On the first Sunday after her diagnosis, Denise shared emotional and powerful words at Bouquet Canyon Church's worship service. After she shared, I preached a sermon from Ecclesiastes that I felt the Lord had perfectly arranged for the occasion. In fact, the whole sermon series from Ecclesiastes begun earlier in the year seemed designed to prepare us for our current trial. If you are interested, here are links to Denise's sharing and the Ecclesiastes series:
Denise's Message (with an intro by Billy)
Love in Christ,
Billy Ford
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Dearest Denise praying for you big time! That you get well and for wisdom. 💜,Robert and Bonnie