Comments on: On Being Pruned

By: Andy Wileman

Andy Wileman — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:17:01 +0000

Zac,

I am Gary Phillips son-in-law. I was recently diagnosed with cancer. What an amazing journey this is. I know full well the joys, fears and frustrations that come with this journey. I had another tumor removed from my shoulder yesterday and we await once again the results of the tests. Aw the joys of learning how to be still and wait. I pray for you and your family.

By: Sue Phillips

Sue Phillips — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:18:13 +0000

Hello Zach,
Bob and I are missionaries in the Philippines and want you to know we are praying for you. Isa. 43:2,3. We are Gary’s parents.

By: Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:16:26 +0000

Hi Zac, I just read your blog. My husband, Mark, and I have you in our prayers. Thank you for your testimony even as you may face some difficult days ahead. I am touched by your attitude and encouraged. Sincerely, Michelle

P.S. We are missionaries in the Philippines and we are good friends with Gary and Jeanie Phillips and Steve and Pam Workman.

By: H E L L O ? R I G H T O N !

H E L L O ? R I G H T O N ! — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:56:14 +0000

[...] As I said last week, cancer is back. I, together with Mandy and my oncologist, have decided to resume a chemotherapy regimen. It will start next Monday. [...]

By: Alena

Alena — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:44:55 +0000

I know a lot of people that know exactly what to say in any given situation. I, however, am not one of them. As always, as your story unfolds I will be keeping track. Maybe I’ll comment here and there, but until I walk in your shoes I cannot imagine what I could write in this little space that would really put a smile on your face and make you feel better.
Well, okay – I’ve got a little something. My daughter is almost three. A while back we were outside and she looked up at the moon. It was a crescent moon that night so her first response was “look mommy! The moon is broken!” Then she stood on her toes and reached as high as she could and said, “ugh! I can’t reach it. We better get a ladder.” I smiled and told her she was right.
Funny, I never imagined I’d make it to the moon. Now I know all I need is a very tall ladder. Simple.

By: Lance Patterson

Lance Patterson — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:34:56 +0000

We’re praying for you and your family.

By: Patty

Patty — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:35:44 +0000

You remain in our prayers. I do not envy you any of this, especially the roller coaster aspect of things. You are one amazing man. love you, patty and the rest.

By: Graham

Graham — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:36:56 +0000

Hey Zac,

Again, I’m sorry to hear the cancer is back. Your attitude towards all this never ceases to amaze. Praying for you and your family. I’m happy for you that you have such a loving family at home and at NewSpring that is caring for you and praying with you.

By: Pam Workman

Pam Workman — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:48:32 +0000

Zac,

We know your family, but not you. I am so glad you are connected to the True Vine. Please know we are all praying for you. We rejoiced at the earlier news and now we weep with you and yours at this news, but know that the True Vine in whom you are abiding will nourish and provide all you need in this time.

Steve and Pam Workman

By: Wanda

Wanda — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:33:14 +0000

Hey Zac,
Wow! I am SO sorry. Along with so many others I am amazed at your faith and trust in this very difficult journey. Please know we are praying for you, Mandy and the kids. God is great and God is good…..we prayed that over food. I think it stands true in all things. Much love and blessing and may the peace of God guard your hearts!
Wanda