I got from the hospital about an hour ago. Dad was awake and alert tonight. I read some scripture and prayed with him. No one can stay with him overnight, so I know he misses us at night. We are hoping they will be able to keep him medicated enough to sleep well and have no stress. As of now, he has not had any pain.
As Jazz posted earlier, Dad is in the Neuro ICU. They are doing this to keep a close eye on him and make sure he rests and has very little brain stimulation. He is also having more pre-op routine tests done tommorow. Unfortunately, visitors are very limited to his actual room,(family only). Tiff, Jazz and Denise will all be there tommorow in the waiting room during the day along with extended family. We would love to see anyone that can make it there. Again, he is at Plaza Medical Center in downtown Fort Worth, and the Neuro-ICU waiting room in on the 2nd floor. As soon as you come off the elevator you will see the waiting area.
(The best way to get there is Exit Rosedale off of 35W going South, turn Right on Rosedale, go down several blocks and turn right on 8th street. You will see the hospital on your left.)
Reality is starting to set in. We can breathe on Thursday when he is out of surgery. I know many are praying for healing, and that surgery will not even be needed. Despite what method God uses to heal, we will praise Him in this storm.
I also just wanted to say thank you to my Dad's PRECIOUS choir members and other wonderful NFWBC church members who have been bringing meals, visiting us, and making sure we are okay. I cannot wait to tell my Dad in detail everyone who has prayed, lended support, and taken care of his girls.
Praise Him,
Tiffany
(The song "Praise You In This Storm by Casting Crowns has really spoken to me through this trying time. If you get the chance you should listen to it, you should. :)
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Tuesday Night
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Koontz Family,
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you. I pray for comfort, peace and healing in the days to come. Matthew 6:25 - 33 has been a comfort to me throughout the years - especially when Tim was sick.
Felecia
Hi - we've never met, my name is Barry Garrett. I saw a prayer request for you through Dan Millheim. I too am a music pastor. One year ago, on July 11, I had surgery on a pituitary gland tumor. My surgery/healing and recovery has been a miraculous process, and I wanted you to hear from someone who's been there that our God is a Healer, He is a very present Help in time of need, and He really does bring a peace that can pass our understanding. All of these things I now know because of my experience last year. I pray that you would know God's nearness and healing during this season.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and your family,
Barry Garrett
I am Megan Smallwood's sister. Stewart has ministered so wonderfully to our family over the years, coming to the hospital all the way over in Plano when either of my parents would be there. He remarried Megan and Joe last year, and he has a special place in our hearts as does Denise. Please know we are all praying earnestly and believing God for his complete healing.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to all of you.
Jennifer Castro
Stewart and Denise, after I prayed for your situation this morning I opened my Bible and it fell right to this underlined verse.
ReplyDeleteThe Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you. He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
How like God to encourage with a verse of signing over Stewart.
Trusting Him! Ruby