[OT] A very personal request for prayer from me

John Sabato · 08-14-2002, 11:57 PM

This is really off-topic for the forum, but I count many friends here. There are many new faces and names on this forum in the last couple of months... Many of you have taken the time to correspond with me in that time... but many of you don't know me at all.

On more than one occassion last year I requested of the Lugerforum membership that those of you who believe in God, as I do, to pray for our daughter Amy who at the age of 26 was striken with breast cancer... she has survived that so far and I directly attribute that to the Grace and Glory of God and the power of your prayers.

So many of you came to our assistance last year that I could not possibly count you all but you know who you are. Amy had a partial removal of one breast last year and we thought all was well until just recently when she was diagnosed with 2nd stage ovarian cancer. Another challenge for our family and another request for prayer privately to many of you old-timers. She has been undergoing chemo for that for a couple of months now. This evening, we learned that her doctor has told her that as a result of some recent testing she must have a radical mastectomy sometime in the next three weeks... This is a tremendous burden for her mother and I and once again I am making a personal request for your prayers for our daughter Amy, her husband, her three boys... and for us.

I make no secret of the fact that I am a devout Christian and I am not ashamed to say that I devoutly believe in God, His Son Jesus Christ, and the power of prayer. The Bible tells us in James 5:16 that the fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much... I know that to be true because I have repeatedly seen the power of prayer work miracles not only in my life but in the lives of those close to me ... and that includes some of you too, ...and once again, you know who you are.

We know God is listening... and He is faithful. Please keep us not only in your personal prayers, but I also ask that each of you call your own church and place her name on their prayer list. Every little bit helps no matter how small you think your prayers are, God IS listening.

I want to thank you all who took the time to read this...what I have asked of you will cost you nothing but your time and will mean so much more to me than sentiments...

Many thanks, and may God bless each and every one of you.

-John Sabato

Thor · 08-15-2002, 12:11 AM

John, Natalie and I will be glad to add her to our church's prayer request. We love and pray for you guys!

Edward Tinker · 08-15-2002, 12:13 AM

John, my thoughts and heart go out to you during this difficult time. I pray all goes well with her and you and your wife.

Ed & Terry Tinker

Herb · 08-15-2002, 12:16 AM

John, regardless of our differences of opinion, My prayers are with you and your daughter, may she have a speedy recovery and live a long life. Herb.

Hugh · 08-15-2002, 12:30 AM

John, your daughter and family will be in our prayers.

Ron Wood · 08-15-2002, 01:07 AM

Words fail me John. Please know that Sarah and I will keep your daughter and your family in our prayers.

Frank · 08-15-2002, 01:09 AM

John, Alice and I wish her the best and you all will be with us in our prayers.

Lodi Jim · 08-15-2002, 01:12 AM

John, our family will pray for Amy daily, as well as our fellow members of Temple Baptist Church. God is good - and answers prayers!

Best personal regards,

Jim

Luke · 08-15-2002, 06:34 AM

John,
May God be with you and your Family through this difficult time. I too believe strongly in the power of prayer; it has worked miracles in my life. My Family and I will be praying for you and yours. God bless.

Roadkill · 08-15-2002, 09:22 AM

God be with you all.

RK

drbuster · 08-15-2002, 10:51 AM

Dear John, Being a doctor for many years has brought problems like this right into my face often. Being a man of science forces one to try to look objectively. Prayer and faith help one to get through these tough times. In spite of this I too believe prayer helps and mine are with you and your courageous family.

policeluger · 08-15-2002, 11:12 AM

John, know that familys are forever, that God has a plan for us, and that through Jesus Christ we will return to him. Your entire family is in ours prayers.

lugerholsterrepair · 08-15-2002, 11:15 AM

John, I am sorry to hear of your daughters medical problems and you can count on Ellie and I to pray to almighty God for her safe recovery and healthy return to her loving family. We will also be thinking of you too.. My heart and prayers are with you and your Family. Warm Regards, Jerry and Ellie Burney

G.T. · 08-15-2002, 11:18 AM

John! Our heartfelt prayers and hopes that all turns out well for you and yours..... your family will be in our prayers.... Sincerely, till....later....G.T. & Family

Brandon · 08-15-2002, 11:31 AM

John,
Please know that You and your family will be in the prayers of me and my family!

May God be at your daughter's side!

Kindest Regards Always!
Brandon Metcalf

Marvin · 08-15-2002, 12:55 PM

John,

I was finally able to read the Forum and I saw your posting about your daughter. I am so sorry to hear about this latest "bout" with cancer.

You can rest assured that she will be in my prayers for a speedy recovery. Being a Christian myself, I ask God for my wants, but I also allow Him to have the final say in what happens.

Again, my thoughts and prayers will be with her for a full receover, and I also will keep your entire family in my prayers during the difficult time.

Marvin

unspellable · 08-15-2002, 02:10 PM

John,

My wife does not know a breechblock from a toggle link, but both our prayers will be with your daughter and with you.

Strider · 08-15-2002, 02:58 PM

John,
Deanna and I will make sure to include all of your family in our prayers. Remember that God has a plan for us all. Just be patient and wait upon Him. It is His time, not ours. Take care and blessings to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Sidney F. Gariss

stymie · 08-15-2002, 05:19 PM

John... I am so sorry to hear of the recurrence of your daughter's illness. I firmly believe in the power of prayer & the miracles that result from them. Amy will be in my thoughts, wishes & prayers throughout this ordeal. God Bless!

Greg · 08-15-2002, 06:39 PM

John,

Your daughter and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Greg

08-14-2002, 11:57 PM	#1
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,150 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,304 Times in 1,096 Posts	[OT] A very personal request for prayer from me This is really off-topic for the forum, but I count many friends here. There are many new faces and names on this forum in the last couple of months... Many of you have taken the time to correspond with me in that time... but many of you don't know me at all. On more than one occassion last year I requested of the Lugerforum membership that those of you who believe in God, as I do, to pray for our daughter Amy who at the age of 26 was striken with breast cancer... she has survived that so far and I directly attribute that to the Grace and Glory of God and the power of your prayers. So many of you came to our assistance last year that I could not possibly count you all but you know who you are. Amy had a partial removal of one breast last year and we thought all was well until just recently when she was diagnosed with 2nd stage ovarian cancer. Another challenge for our family and another request for prayer privately to many of you old-timers. She has been undergoing chemo for that for a couple of months now. This evening, we learned that her doctor has told her that as a result of some recent testing she must have a radical mastectomy sometime in the next three weeks... This is a tremendous burden for her mother and I and once again I am making a personal request for your prayers for our daughter Amy, her husband, her three boys... and for us. I make no secret of the fact that I am a devout Christian and I am not ashamed to say that I devoutly believe in God, His Son Jesus Christ, and the power of prayer. The Bible tells us in James 5:16 that the fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much... I know that to be true because I have repeatedly seen the power of prayer work miracles not only in my life but in the lives of those close to me ... and that includes some of you too, ...and once again, you know who you are. We know God is listening... and He is faithful. Please keep us not only in your personal prayers, but I also ask that each of you call your own church and place her name on their prayer list. Every little bit helps no matter how small you think your prayers are, God IS listening. I want to thank you all who took the time to read this...what I have asked of you will cost you nothing but your time and will mean so much more to me than sentiments... Many thanks, and may God bless each and every one of you. -John Sabato __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

08-15-2002, 12:11 AM	#2
Thor User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico Posts: 4,583 Thanks: 958 Thanked 970 Times in 276 Posts	John, Natalie and I will be glad to add her to our church's prayer request. We love and pray for you guys! __________________ Thor's Luger Clinic http://members.rennlist.com/lugerman/ Ted Green (Thor Yaller Boots) 725 Western Hills Dr SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 915-526-8925 Email thor340@aol.com ----------------------------------- John3:3 Jesus answered and said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."

08-15-2002, 12:13 AM	#3
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,911 Thanks: 1,986 Thanked 4,502 Times in 2,077 Posts	John, my thoughts and heart go out to you during this difficult time. I pray all goes well with her and you and your wife. Ed & Terry Tinker __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

08-15-2002, 12:16 AM	#4
Herb User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Utah, in the land of the Sleeping Rainbow Posts: 1,457 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	John, regardless of our differences of opinion, My prayers are with you and your daughter, may she have a speedy recovery and live a long life. Herb. __________________ Utah, where gun control means a steady trigger pull

08-15-2002, 12:30 AM	#5
Hugh RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Southeast Texas Swamp Posts: 2,460 Thanks: 2 Thanked 165 Times in 64 Posts	John, your daughter and family will be in our prayers. __________________ *TRUMP FOR PREZ IN '20!*

08-15-2002, 01:07 AM	#6
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 6,987 Thanks: 1,065 Thanked 5,090 Times in 1,675 Posts	Words fail me John. Please know that Sarah and I will keep your daughter and your family in our prayers. __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

08-15-2002, 01:09 AM	#7
Frank RIP Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hot & Dry PHX, AZ Posts: 2,078 Thanks: 24 Thanked 163 Times in 87 Posts	John, Alice and I wish her the best and you all will be with us in our prayers.

08-15-2002, 01:12 AM	#8
Lodi Jim User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: California Posts: 65 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	John, our family will pray for Amy daily, as well as our fellow members of Temple Baptist Church. God is good - and answers prayers! Best personal regards, Jim

08-15-2002, 06:34 AM	#9
Luke User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: NC - USA Posts: 1,239 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 6 Posts	John, May God be with you and your Family through this difficult time. I too believe strongly in the power of prayer; it has worked miracles in my life. My Family and I will be praying for you and yours. God bless. __________________ "Peace, if possible; truth, at any cost." . . . Martin Luther

08-15-2002, 09:22 AM	#10
Roadkill User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,632 Thanks: 1 Thanked 28 Times in 17 Posts	God be with you all. RK

08-15-2002, 10:51 AM	#11
drbuster User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: San Mateo, California Posts: 1,432 Thanks: 2 Thanked 71 Times in 56 Posts	Dear John, Being a doctor for many years has brought problems like this right into my face often. Being a man of science forces one to try to look objectively. Prayer and faith help one to get through these tough times. In spite of this I too believe prayer helps and mine are with you and your courageous family.

08-15-2002, 11:12 AM	#12
policeluger RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ca. Posts: 2,141 Thanks: 8 Thanked 89 Times in 54 Posts	John, know that familys are forever, that God has a plan for us, and that through Jesus Christ we will return to him. Your entire family is in ours prayers.

08-15-2002, 11:15 AM	#13
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,850 Thanked 3,100 Times in 1,426 Posts	John, I am sorry to hear of your daughters medical problems and you can count on Ellie and I to pray to almighty God for her safe recovery and healthy return to her loving family. We will also be thinking of you too.. My heart and prayers are with you and your Family. Warm Regards, Jerry and Ellie Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

08-15-2002, 11:18 AM	#14
G.T. Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Chandler Arizona Posts: 3,486 Thanks: 1,283 Thanked 3,583 Times in 989 Posts	John! Our heartfelt prayers and hopes that all turns out well for you and yours..... your family will be in our prayers.... Sincerely, till....later....G.T. & Family

08-15-2002, 11:31 AM	#15
Brandon User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Tennessee, USA Posts: 329 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	John, Please know that You and your family will be in the prayers of me and my family! May God be at your daughter's side! Kindest Regards Always! Brandon Metcalf

08-15-2002, 12:55 PM	#16
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	John, I was finally able to read the Forum and I saw your posting about your daughter. I am so sorry to hear about this latest "bout" with cancer. You can rest assured that she will be in my prayers for a speedy recovery. Being a Christian myself, I ask God for my wants, but I also allow Him to have the final say in what happens. Again, my thoughts and prayers will be with her for a full receover, and I also will keep your entire family in my prayers during the difficult time. Marvin

08-15-2002, 02:10 PM	#17
unspellable User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Iowa Posts: 768 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 10 Posts	John, My wife does not know a breechblock from a toggle link, but both our prayers will be with your daughter and with you.

08-15-2002, 02:58 PM	#18
Strider User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 256 Thanks: 26 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	John, Deanna and I will make sure to include all of your family in our prayers. Remember that God has a plan for us all. Just be patient and wait upon Him. It is His time, not ours. Take care and blessings to you and your family. Sincerely, Sidney F. Gariss __________________ Sid. Patience is a bitter plant, but it has sweet fruit. ~German Proverb If it is made before 1930 ..........It is a prototype.

08-15-2002, 05:19 PM	#19
stymie User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: KC,MO USA Posts: 114 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	John... I am so sorry to hear of the recurrence of your daughter's illness. I firmly believe in the power of prayer & the miracles that result from them. Amy will be in my thoughts, wishes & prayers throughout this ordeal. God Bless! __________________ "Irony can be pretty ironic!"

08-15-2002, 06:39 PM	#20
Greg User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Southern U.S. Posts: 181 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	John, Your daughter and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Greg