Round and round the walls we go….

10 Nov at 8:24 pm by Hamish MacDonald

Well Aria is home again on antibiotics. She seems a little happier and brighter but is not particularly better. In fact her liver number continue to get worse bit by bit. After being stable for such a long time it seems like they are almost in free fall. While this is hard to hear, it is even harder to hear because today we received indications that the ministry would not be able to decide on Aria’s funding for another two to three weeks.

These two pieces of news, Aria’s deterioration and another delay in funding has hit us pretty hard. With the way Aria is declining it is increasingly urgent we get to Omaha to get a chance for Aria to have a transplant. The longer we leave it the higher the risk of things packing in before they can be replaced.

It’s really hard to understand what God is doing with us and Aria. We decided a long time ago that Aria’s life was God’s to do as he wished, but as we have come this far it is really daunting to think that God may decide he wants her home now. We’re still hopeful and confident that God is taking us to transplant and will give Aria a new lease on life, but he’s making this journey a huge challenge for us.

As we were taking Aria home from hospital this afternoon, just after we received these pieces of news, we received some comfort from a bible story that came to mind. We were talking about how we must believe that God is doing something special through Aria’s life and bringing glory to His name. Then we talked about the story of the destruction of Jericho. God could of knocked Jericho flat the moment the Israelites got there, he could of allowed the Israelites to conquer it through normal military means but he didn’t. God got his people to walk around those walls for a week blowing their trumpets before finally at his appointed time, the trumpets blew, the walls fell down and God’s purposes were accomplished.

Now we can look at this story with reassurance that God has a plan, and He has a timing and method to see that plan come to fruition. We as his people, submitting to His superior wisdom, must walk with trust in the ways he leads till the moment he acts and we can seize on the moment. That’s why this post is called “Round and round the walls we go..” We’re just waiting for that final trumpet blast so we can carry out the next step of God’s plan for our family.

Prayers are really appreciated, please pray that the Ministry of Health can make things happen much quicker than expected so we can still swing a December 1st departure date, after all with God all things are possible.

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5 Responses to “Round and round the walls we go….”

# 10 Nov at 11:03 pm
Fiona says:
What can one say? It constantly amazes that some un-named and unaffected people- (ie the Min of Health) can have so much say in what happens in the life of someone who deserves a chance. WHY does it take them so long to make a decision- which could cost Aria her life???? But it is also amazing that we can rely on God- because He loves us ! and like you say- He DOES have a plan- and He IS in control- and I am so glad for you that you can hold onto that fact- even tho it makes no sense- and is so hard. Bless you heaps guys
# 11 Nov at 12:48 am
Marcel says:
Good luck guys but I think it’s time to get ‘angry’ and God aside for a moment cos for all we know there’s nothing when we die.
Why another 2 or 3 weeks wait? A poor excuse if you ask me!
get into and onto twitter , facebook and social media asap and reach out big time!
good luck , once again….if I could help here and now I would…now find that funding you need! (a philanthropist of sorts).
cheers , marcel
# 11 Nov at 6:21 am
Josie says:
Thinking of you guys and praying as always, as words would seem cheap – as what could we say? Just know we are always here if you need us for anything x
# 11 Nov at 1:39 pm
Tiffany says:
I wish I could give all of you hugs, & be there to encourage you! I’m praying for you! I can’t imagine being in your position! I’ve been reading a devotional book by Max Lucado, that is really inspiring. There is one story in there that made me really think. Jesus only raised 3 people from the dead, while He was in the flesh here on earth. It’s not that he didn’t have the power to raise more people, because he did have the power. It’s that He knew they were better off in heaven. He didn’t want them to suffer anymore. Once someone is in heaven, they probably don’t want to come back to a world of suffering. Now that doesn’t mean He’s ready for Aria to be up there yet, and I do believe He has a plan for Aria, and I know He also doesn’t want Aria to suffer anymore either! So, whatever God’s plan’s are, whether to get Aria that transplant, or taking her home to Him, know that God is always there! He is in control, and He wants the best for & He knows what’s best for her! I’m still praying and hoping that the news to go to Omaha will come through earlier than expected, but know that no matter what happens God WILL be there to comfort you!
# 11 Nov at 8:47 pm
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