Dear Lord; Happy Friday Father!
As a closing to our postings this week Lord, I’d like to offer up a few prayers if I may.
As You know Father, yesterday morning for no obvious reason our beloved American Eskimo dog Merlin started having severe seizures. We’ve only seen these with him once or twice before when he was extremely stressed or anxious, such as when he was being boarded overnight or getting examined by a veterinarian. Each time prior to this, the seizures were isolated incidents, lasting only thirty seconds or so. Yesterday, he had five episodes over the course of the day with no apparent triggers, each lasting upwards of three minutes. Shannon took him to our vet first thing this morning, and they’ve put him on medication to try and “break the cycle”. We’re very hopeful this will get a handle on these attacks, but truly aren’t sure what the outcome of this situation will be. We consider him a loved member of our family Lord, and pray that You bring Your healing touch to his aid. Please comfort him through this frightening ordeal, and fill him with the understanding that he’s loved not only by his family, but by the Father of all Creation as well.
On a happier note Lord, this Sunday begins Jonathan’s week away at Kay’s Kamp. Kamp has become one of the highlights of Jonathan’s year, and he’s extremely excited to be attending this coming week. And this year Father, I’m actually a little excited about it myself. Through the kindness of the Kaylyn Elaine Warren Foundation I’ve been given the opportunity to go on Wednesday for the “Media Day” event with other journalists and members of the press, to chronicle the wonderful work You do through this amazing group of people. Please bestow Your Blessings upon the staff and campers this coming week, and aid this giving group of people in their mission to shine Your Light into these children’s lives.
And finally Father, I pray for You to bring Your comfort and peace to a friend of ours that’s dealing with the results of a house fire this past week. Open her heart to Your Presence, and embolden her with the knowledge that even in the midst of our struggles, Your strength is greater than any trial we may face.
Heavenly Father, for all the Blessings You’ve graced us with this week, I give thanks. Please help us maintain the resolve, caring and understanding that we as Followers of Christ need to show the world Your Love, and guide us to best serve Your Will. Amen.
~Phather Phil
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
Phil, I love that you prayed that your sweet little dog wouldn’t be frightened. I completely understand that kind of prayer. 🙂 I pray that he is quickly healed and back to normal.
Thank you Lisa… He did pretty well over the weekend. He’s still very skittish, but no seizures so far. Thank you for your prayers!
Have a Blessed Day!
we will keep you all in our prayers. please keep us updated.
Thank you Katie! Merlin did ok over the weekend, but we’ll be keeping a close eye on him for a while.
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Your post today reminded me, once again, to be thankful in all times, places, and situations. I pray for healing in little Merlin, for a blessed week at camp, and for your friend that she may know His peace in her heart.
Blessings, Phather Phil!
Thank you so much for your prayers Martha! Lifting our hopes and burdens to the Lord should be our first line of defense!
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Merlin is in my prayers, as he has been through out the day. Looking forward to hearing how he is doing.
Jonathan and Yourself, attending Kay’s Camp is an awesome thing. I know the help they give, and the caring is wide spread. Good Luck to you both for your adventure this coming week.
May all in your posting be watched, blessed, and carried when needed. Love to All.
Thank you Dy! Your prayers, friendship and assistance are always very much a Blessing to us. 🙂
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I’m agreeing with you Phil, that your every word of this prayer would be answered, for God to manifest his healing touch, and that Merlin would be restored…
For memorable blessings at camp this week…
And for your friend’s peace and comfort.
~ Richest Blessings
Thank you very much for your caring, and your prayers Debra!
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Praying for your four legged family member!! Also praying that Jonathan has a wonderful week at camp. Have a blessed weekend friend.
Thank you Jenifer! Merlin did pretty well over the weekend, and Jonathan got off to camp without a hitch. 🙂
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Phil,
Merlin will be my prayers. Prayers go out to your son that he have a safe and enjoyable week away at camp. And also for your friend who is dealing with the fire, I pray that God comfort and give her peace as she walks through this.
Blessings to you and your family as well Phil.
Thank you so much for your prayers Kandi! They’re appreciated more than you know. 🙂
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i love your heartfelt honesty in your prayers. Thank you for sharing. As I read this I lifted up your words as my prayer too.
Thank you so much Jean! I hope you had a wonderful weekend!
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Aww! Phil, thank you for sharing your prayers with us.
I am always encouraged.
May you and your family have a blessed and fruitful week.
Thank you Carole! I’m always encouraged by you as well! 🙂
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Praying for Merlin! And… for Jonathan… have a wonderful week at camp, can’t wait to hear about it!
Thank you Heidi! He was soooo excited to go back… They’re an amazing group of people.
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Amen!
Thank you Allison! 🙂
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