Josh and Shelly

Hey Josh,
I got to tell you. I pray for you, believe the best for you, feel for you and your family. But it makes me cringe every time I've heard and/or read the statement you make "We really don't have any promises here on earth." (24th)

We don't always get an answer why bad things happened or why our prayers seemed to go un-answered. But let's not forget we live in a fallen world. And let's not walk in fear that some thing bad is going to happen. Let's have faith that God will protect us against all evil. And when it LOOKS in the natural realm that He didn't..Let's have faith that He will works all things together for good, to those that are called according to His purpose. (As He is doing in your life.)

A blanket statments about God's promises (even though I don't think you intend them that way) are misleading. God PROMISES salvation, forgiveness, reconciallation. That what we sow we will reap. That He'll meet ALL our needs according to His Riches. And He wishes above all the you prosper and be in health even as your soul prospers. And on and on. These are not just heavenly promises but earthly ones.

I hope you know I write in love. I am glad you are ministing to so many people, but rememeber not everyone listening has even taken our Lord up on the promise of Salvation.

God's best,
Julie

Praising the Lord with all of you for no more cancer in lymph nodes. Have been praying for Jean all day, watching the clock, knowing it was going to be a long day. Bought her book today and was so excited to see her picture--the one who I've shared many emails with and have prayed so much for. Of course continuing to pray for you Josh and Shelly and family as well as John and other family members.
Love and prayers from Ohio
Glenda Kremer

Keep checking for update on Jean. Last entry at 6:19 pm March 21, said updates to follow. Is Jean ok? Hope someone is getting this!
Glenda Kremer

For the first time ever I'm glad I could not sleep. Definitely worth the trip out of bed and down stairs to check on Jean and the Bucks. Shelly, thank you so much for the update. Have and will continue to pray for your Mom specifically now that I know what's going on.
Wishing you all a very blessed Easter also.
Love and prayers
Glenda Kremer

Hi. I just wanted to tell you that I've followed your story almost since the beginning (about February/March of last year I heard about you) and you've always amazed and inspired me. About 6 months ago, I was taking a walk in my neighborhood and just lifting up a prayer to God, asking Him that if ever I were to go through something seemingly horrific, to please take me through it with my faith intact, such as that of yourselves. I actually prayed that I could have that kind of faith (I said your names, you've been such an inspiration to me). At any rate, just over 3 months ago, I lost my Dad to suicide. So, today, I am a "suicide survivor". That's what they call us. It's a lot more complicated than that, but I'll keep it simple for now and just thank you for being the awesome believers that you are, for inspiring me so much, as well as I'm sure many others. I love you and thank all of you for what you've done.

You continue to be in our prayers. I'm trying this again, because so far, I'm doing something wrong and the messages don't go through. If you get this could you please give us some good instruction on how to leave feedback on this site. I must not be the only one with this problem or I'm sure you would have more messages. Spring is almost here and things will get better--Hang in there:)Blessings Linda A.

Hi Josh and Shelly,
I'm not sure how commenting on this site works compared to the other, but I'll give it the old "heave-ho" try!
I have to be honest by saying that it has been hard reading your blogging. There are so many of us that hurt right along with you, yet I personally feel soooo helpless being so far away from you all. I have found myself wondering--I guess it's really questioning God, on how much one family can really take before genuinely, falling apart, figuratively, physically, emotionally and spiritually? Every time I hear of a new "trial" (the word does not do justice to the pain you endure), I think of Job's story. I don't know how long Job suffered, yet we know that his story had a "happy ending". I think that's what we all want, desire and pray for--a happy ending for the Bucks (and Syswerda's). So, all I know to do (which HONESTLY just doesn't seem effective) is to pray. So, here I go once again, asking (no begging) God to heal Josh to the point of independence, touch Noah brain-- every part that needs Your healing ,give the doctors wisdom as to what medications and amounts that Noah needs to participate in life well, give Shelly the rest she needs to not only perform the duties of the day, but feel refreshed, continue to heal Jean of the cancer that has attacked her, touch Josh's mom's foot and cause her to heal miraculously quick, show Yourself strong on behalf of this entire family. And now, we know that You inhabit the praises of Your people, so we take the time to THANK You for your faithfulness, help us to understand Your ways, yet follow relentlessly after You when we don't. We thank You that You have placed Your Word above Your name and will never forsake Your children. In Jesus' name we ask and pray,
Amen.

are you recieving the comments i'm sending? patty

Great hearing from you, Shelly. Now I know better how to pray for you and Josh. I'm so sorry for the tough time about Ava. She was only 3 months old? I thought she was older. Enjoy the sleep 'til the kids come home. Actually, I pray every night that Noah and you will get good sleep. Praying for Josh to get better and lessen the meds.
Love and prayers
Glenda Kremer

Patty, I agree. I posted a comment that hasn't appeared either.

I love the pictures and they came up immediately. Yes, your husband is a hottie and you are awfully cute too. You are such an awesome family. I'm really sorry for the reason I know about you, yet am so thankful to know about you and to have the priviledge to pray for you. Praying the shingles don't last long. How about an update on you and baby E??
Love and prayers from Ohio
Glenda Kremer

Josh and Shelly know that prayers are being prayed for you and your family many times a day and night from here. So thankful for Jean's post last night so I've known latest need for prayer. Also thankfuly she and I can email for more info. Of course, you Shelly know what an awesome Mom you have. So hope I get to meet all of you one day before heaven!
Love and prayers!
Glenda

Josh, in my opinion you do not need to be sorry about venting. Most of us, I'm guessing, would be doing a lot worse--guess I should just speak for myself. As I told Jean, I hope you and Shelly know what inspirations you are to me. It is your sharing your hearts with all the ups and downs, yet the strong faith that is so evident that has helped me in so many ways and grown my faith too. I praise the Lord for you and your awesome family. I'm sorry for all the ongoing suffering and am constantly begging the Lord for things to be better for all of you. of course, the prayers continue for both of you and your kids and your whole family. Praying for your encouragement too.
Much love to all of you
Glenda Kremer--Ohio

Happy anniversay a day late. You must have posted late as your message wasn't here last time I checked last night. I check for updates everytime I'm at the computer. So good to hear from you and that your pain is better. Glad to know how to pray for Josh and his pain.
Love and prayers from Ohio
Glenda

I have been checking the site and continue to pray. I'm wondering in particular about how Shelly is doing following her 2nd return home following her surgery.

Praising the Lord I had time to check before church this morning and have an update on the Bucks! That always makes my day!! Praising the Lord that Shelly feels better and continuing to pray for your strength, energy and encouragement, Shelly. Always praying the same and healing for Josh and health for all of you. Is the house about ready for you all and the trampoline! What fun. Be careful Kids!
Love and prayers for all
Glenda

Shelly,
So thankful for your update as always. My heart hurts for you and all that you are going through. The Mom in me so wants to fix it. Of course, all I can do is continue praying which I do many times a day for you and your family, as you've said for over a year and a half now. Though I've never met you except through your blogs (guess next best thing to really meeting) I feel that I know you and am amazed at the wisdom and faith that you have through all the hurt--maybe somewhat because of the hurt. Does that make sense? The hurt that I can only imagine how how horrible it is, understandably so. I better quit rambling and go back to praying. Hang in there, Hon!
Love
Glenda

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOSH!!!
This is my 3rd grandson's 10th birthday, too! What a special day for two special guys in my life, tho I haven't been blessed to meet one yet! But I have hope! God bless your day!
Love to all the Bucks!
Glenda Kremer