Dear Friends,
My recent CAT results are in, and the picture is far from rosy. The scan shows a clear advance of my illness, particularly in the liver and the lungs. My oncologist said he would tell his other patients, “It’s over.” He said in my case, he would not say so since until now, I’ve beaten all survival odds. I responded that it was not my own efforts that have been keeping me alive, but God.
Without delay, I began a new cycle of chemo treatment yesterday. The treatment has been adjusted to a “more aggressive” level. It is my 37th cycle.
I wish I could share better news with you, but we must recognize the situation as it is. Your prayers are an anchor of hope. Thanks for not giving up on me.
Together we are stronger!
Santiago Lange, Elder
Stuttgart, Germany
Santiago, your oncologist tells some patients “It’s over” yet a well-known singer Lenny Kravitz song is entitled “It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over.” Jesus says, “I give (my sheep) eternal life and they will never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand” (John 10:28). Be comforted by God’s ever-watchful loving care for you.
Thanks, David. Much appreciate your prayers. Jesus is our „Great Physician“. While I believe healing miracles to still occur today, the Lord always knows what is best and why.
Every blessing,
Santiago
Praise God! He is shining through you – your faith and confidence is inspiring!
Thank you Susan. Your prayers help carry and encourage us in this battle.
Santiago, your faith is an inspiration to us all.
Love you man…
Rand,
Thanks much for your kind comments. They particularly mean a lot to me since they come from a brother whose beautiful wife, Beth, was such an inspiration for so many for such a long time. She was a heroine in the faith and it was a privilege for me to have known her personally.
In Jesus,
Santiago
Dear Santiago. We prayed as you requested at our Abundant Grace Church meeting today. We prayed that Jesus’ presence gives you peace as you suffer these necessary treatments for cancer. Nancy and I will keep you in our prayers.
Dear Ken and Nancy,
Much appreciate the prayer support. God’s choicest blessings be uon you.
In Jesus,
Santiago
Santiago, you are thought of often. We all are with you in this life journey of yours, as much as you are in ours. As you always say, ‘Together we are stronger’.
Your friend,
Stuart
Dear Stuart,
Thanks so much for your precious intercessions! We cannot be grateful enough for the support that has been so kindly given to us. We keep holding on to Jesus, our Great Shepherd and physician.
Your brother,
Santiago
Dear Santiago,
We have never met, but we know that you are a devoted brother in Christ who is always there offering special thoughts, encouraging words and prayers for and on behalf of all of us. As your brothers and sisters in Christ, we pray that our Lord’s Divine Hand abundantly shower you with His healing power, mercy and grace. Sending to you much love from our GCI Bermuda congregation.
Dear Senior and Cecil,
Thanks so much for the prayers on our behalf. Although we may have never met, the Spirit unites us. That relational divine bond is stronger than blood relations. You are part of my spiritual family😊. Looking forward to meeting you.