This update is a follow-up to an earlier prayer request for Arnold Clauson from his wife Trish.
Arnold returned home from the hospital on November 8 with plans to receive dialysis three times a week at a clinic near home. But this is a challenge due to his lack of mobility. He is very weak and has lost muscle mass. He needs to eat to regain strength but his renal diet, which does not pair well with his cancer diet, makes eating difficult.
Through all the painful, convoluted circumstances and the roller-coaster of emotions and mental and physical fatigue, I have been learning that it is not this trial that defines for us who God is. Instead we understand that life happens and sometimes can be really hard.
God’s constant love, mercy and compassion is getting us through each day. Knowing that he is in control gives us freedom to step back and allow him to complete his will. Knowing that his only concern is our best interest tells us that no matter how things turn out, we will be blessed. Whenever fear grips me, I repeat over and over, “Be still and know that I am God.”
We thrive on everyone’s love and support. Thanks for the cards, prayers and other expressions of love. Every time someone tells us that we are loved, we go to tears. We need to hear that so much right now.
Our prayers and love to all of you.
-Trish
Cards may be sent to:
Arnold and Trish Clauson 109 Melrose Circle Denison, Texas 75020
Dear Arnold and Trish,
What an inspiring example to all of us! The courage and trust you are showing gives hope and strength to many who are afflicted. It is to you that we give thanks.
May our Lord cover you with His blessings.
In Christ,
Santiago and Elke
Dear Clausons,
Mom and I and the Living Faith Congregation in Davenport are keeping you in our prayers. Thanks for the update and also for the inspiring reminder about where our faith must always rest.
Todd and Iretha Woods
Dear Arnie and Trish,
Both of the churches I pastor have you in our thoughts and prayers. Rest assured that The Great High Physician and The Comforter are in attendance.
Love,
Richard and Joyce.
Our congregations in Big Sandy and Texarkana are keeping you in our prayers….. We know God hears the prayers… In Christian love to the both of you,
Sonny and Jane Parsons and the Big Sandy, Texarkana congregations
Dearest ones, we thank God for your love for him and your trust in His faithfulness to you in this trial. You are an inspiration and encouraged to us. May God continue to bless and keep you in his loving arms. We thank Him for fulfilling His promise in your lives, to never leave nor forsake you. We thank you and Praise God!
Dear Arnold and Trish,
Adrienne and I, as well as the New Hope Christian Fellowship, send our deepest love to you. We have been following your progress, not knowing exactly how to help, except through prayer. We are here for you. Please do not hesitate to let us know how we might ease your burden. You both are in our prayers daily and weekly. We love you!
arnold & trish–keeping you & your family in my thoughts & prayers grace christian fellowship wilson,n.c. we love you all.
I AM CONTINUING TO PRAY FOR YOUR ARNOLD AND YOU TRISH AND THE FAMILY .GODS HEALING ON YOU . GOD BLESS FROM A CHURCH
MEMBER IN LONDON ENGLAND .
Pat and I are praying for you and Trish. God loves you both and we love you also. Like the song goes, “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” Jesus is walking with you and often times is carrying you now and on into the future.
I thank God for you loving ministry and service.
God Bless always,
Paul and Pat Kurts