I know we are not the only family dealing with heartache...
I pray you will not tire of our ceaseless requests for your faith and your prayers.
We are humbled to our very cores...
To the very fiber of our souls.
If there is anyone watching and waiting with us, this afternoon,
we plead, one more time, for your prayers.
Things are not going so well here today...
I have never been so afraid...
Even Matt, my rock, is wobbling a bit
for the first time.
His solid faith being chased out by the fear of the reality
we are dealing with hour to hour, and minute to minute.
The once confident doctors are worried...
We can see it in their kind eyes,
written in the creases of their weathered, experienced faces.
They do this every day.
I could never...
There seems to be no logical reason for his sudden decline.
They've sent him for an MRI.
He'll be gone an endless, torturous hour.
The results back a few after that.
We'll have a better idea this evening.
But for now, if you are able and willing,
please petition to heaven for our family.
Please ask our loving Father,
creator of Heaven and earth, and all things in them
to heal our broken boy.
I watched the beautiful snow fall this morning
and thought how many endless things he has created.
The majesty of the mountains I can see out my windows here.
The vastness of the oceans across the globe.
The tiny, delicate blossoms that will bloom again in Spring.
Certainly He can do all things.
Certainly He can mend this child's mind.
Please pray for Bronson.
Please don't be afraid.
Pray with faith and confidence
for God is bound to answer the prayers of the righteous.
We pray that Bronson will live, as a testimony of Heavenly Father's infinite, boundless power.
We pray He will say yes.
Please let Him say yes...
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 261 of 261Praying for you throughout the night. I'm so so sorry.
I am a stranger who was alerted to your blog through babycenter, but I wanted to let you know that my heart goes out to you and your family. I also have four children (9, 4, 2, & 1) My youngest is five months older than your Bronson and I cannot even count the times I have ran down the hall from the bathroom to grab a diaper or an outfit while leaving my two youngest in the tub -- unattended. I commend you for your stregth to alert others with your testimony. I will continue to pray for little Bronson with the faith that Our God is an almighty, powerful God who hears All of Our prayers. I pray that Bronson will get to come home to your family soon and that he will sustain no lasting damage. I pray that you will feel God's warmth and embrace during this time and that it will offer you peace.
Lifting you up in Prayer in KY.
Praying for you...praying for you...praying for you...
P.R.A.Y.I.N.G!!! with so much love and faith for a family i have never met.
Its wonderful to feel so connected to all these people together through prayer. We are strong together. I feel closer to heaven when i come here and realize we are all family and all children of god. Thank you for giving us all this experience. Giving us more FAITH! making us all a little stronger. Gods plan is perfect. This happened for reasons we will never know, but were always meant to be.
Seriously praying RIGHT now and always... You are not alone
We will be praying and thinking about your sweet little boy and you and Matt as we head to the temple in the morning with special prayers and pleading for your family. Love, The Chappells
Wishing I had a magic wand... I don't but I have faith and my children and I are praying for you. Be strong. And know that though I have never met you, I am on your team.
we are praying for him to!!!! you can do this!!!! my sisterinlaw just went threw this with my little niece with cancer! if you need any help i know she would be more then happy to talk to you! she spent many long months with my 1 yr old niece at primary children s and it was a success! i have much faith that your little guy will make it threw this!
I have been praying for your little Bronson (and your family) constantly these last few days and will continue to do so.
Oh Sara, I just said another and another. I went to the temple last night and poured out my heart for Bronson and your family. I also put his name on the prayer roll. So many beautiful people praying for you. I hope you feel loved and comforted. Heavenly Father has a perfect plan for that sweet boy. Keep having "a perfect brightness of hope".
My heart aches for you and your family. My prayers are with your sweet little boy.
Praying God heals your beautiful little boy!
You do not know me, but we share the bond of mother. I will be praying for Bronson and that he makes a full recovery. Stay strong and know that your story has touched the lives of a family in California and we are praying for you.
Prayers from Canada. We are sorry this trial has been brought your way but keep fighting. some important advice that helped my family through some very hard times. "Don't Question Heavenly Father" Be Strong and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
On my knees for your family!!
I JUST SAID A PRAYER FOR BRONSON. HANG IN THEIR BRONSON AND KEEPING FIGHTING. HEAVENLY FATHER IS THEIR WITH YOU AND IS HEARING THE PRAYERS OF MANY.
I AM SO SORRY SARA!!! THIS STORY HASN'T LEFT MY MIND SINCE THE DAY IT HAPPENED. MY HEART JUST ACHES FOR ALL THAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. I KNOW ALL WILL BE WELL. HANG IN THEIR AND KNOW THAT A GOOD CHUNK OF THE WORLD IS HANGING ON WITH YOU AND MATT.
LOTS OF LOVE....... MINDY MARTIN ELLIOTT
i'm here and will be praying for your sweet family.
Yes, please let him say yes...
Thinking of you and your family tonight. Praying for Bronson.
LinMarie in Fl
I am praying so, so hard for the outcome to be what we are all hoping for. I have a little one a couple months older than Bronson and I know how stubborn and what fighters they are despite their little size. Bronson can feel your strength and I hope you can feel the love, positive vibes, and strength we are all sending you. Pass that on to him.
Please know that you have made such a positive impact in my life. Because of your courage to share your story, I will never leave the side of the bath tub EVER again.
Man, I am praying for you guys like crazy. I hope you can feel it and I hope God understands how much you need Bronson to stay here for much, much longer.
I check your blog multiple times a day for updates...always hoping to see amazing news so I can walk away smiling and full of hope.
Praying. Praying. Praying.
From Southern California.
It's grey & rainy here in Sydney, Australia. It's been pouring for hours, the sun unable to peek through the heavy clouds. We are crying for you here in Sydney.
But we are also rejoicing, because we KNOW our God is in the midst of this. We KNOW He is holding Bronson gently in his arms, protecting him from nightmares caused by drugs. Just rest now. Know that God is all over this. His arms are big enough for you, for Matt, for Bronson, for the little ones at home. They are big enough for the doctors, the nurses, the guys in radiology, pharmacy, blood bank...you are so not alone, Sara. You are so loved.
Praying for total healing for baby Bronson. Our God is a God of miracles. He loves you.
xx
My dear Sara,
We are sending our prayers up to heaven and our love to you and your adorable family! Miracles do happen. Love you.
Ali
My dear dear friend, because that is what you are to me now. I will pray with all of my heart for your son, your family and most of all for you. My thoughts will be with you. Please take care of yourself.
prayers for you, your sweet baby, & the rest of your family from georgia. hang in there!
More prayers from a family of 5. :)
I don't know you. I just saw the link from a friend on facebook. My heart aches for you. Hoping with you and for you.
We are praying for Bronson and for all of you almost nonstop on this end. Thanks so much for keeping us and everyone else updated through the blog. We are right there with you. Check your email when you have a chance. We love you guys so much, and we know that God lives, that He answers prayers, and that He loves you and Matt and Bronson and your boys. He hears all the prayers that are being sent up for Bronson, and He will answer....
Sara,
I had to look up the blog post in which you told the meaning of the name Bronson after Nanette mentioned it in a previous comment.
"Bronson means "Strength" or "Strong one" and Micheal is "One who is like God"
Still praying,
<3 Jennifer
On pins and needles waiting to hear how the tests went. More prayers coming your way from Arizona.
I heard about your tragic story this afternoon. My heart has ached for you ever since. We will be praying for your sweet Bronson ~ miracles happen!
You do not know me! But your army is here!
I will pray with all my might for you, your family, and most of all your sweet angel Bronson.
I know God loves you and your family.
We are praying, and keep a prayer in our hearts for Bronson, his parents and his doctors.
Sara;
I don't know you, my cousin does, I just can tell your an amazing person and you have an amazing family! I pray that they can find away to help Bronson, I truely hope he can get better and be able to do things little boys do play baseball football ect. that he'll be able to go on a mission and be a great and wonderful man on this earth! I don't know much more to say besides God be with you and a a fast recovery to Bronson!
I read your blog from Ashlee Andersen's post on facebook. I live in Idaho, but am watching my sister's kids in Utah for the weekend. We don't know each other, but I want to drive down to Primary's right now and give you a big hug. Two weeks ago I was in the ICU day and night with my husband, as we all fought for his little brother's life. He was suffering multi-organ failure and on life support for over a week. I know the anxiety and the roller coaster ride of emotions--and being on the brink of witnessing either a miracle, or possibly watching your world come crashing down around you. It kills me to see your sweet baby boy on the same machinery that my brother-in-law was on. It is gut wrenching. What a beautiful little boy! I can't even fathom being in your position as a parent. I was able to witness a miracle a couple weeks ago, when my brother-in-law's life was spared. It was an experience I will never forget. I BELIEVE with all my heart in the power of prayer, in priesthood blessings, in the tender mercies of our Heavenly Father. He is aware of you, and your precious baby boy. He hears your prayers, and just as many were praying for us in our time of need, we are praying for you now. I will pray with all my heart for your miracle--your precious miracle. I know the doctors and nurses are being guided to make all the right decisions and choices in Bronson's behalf. Our doctors were---it was amazing! Your blog is beautifully written--you have such a talent, and it has been emotional for me to read. I am moved. I am praying for your MIRACLE---and I BELIEVE!!
Love,
Becca Anderson
Like so many, I'm touched & overwhelmed by your story, because as a mum, I know only too well that things like this can happen so easily.
I'm deeply disturbed however that God is being blamed for this. How can a God of love, give you the ability to have children, and then just take them away? Children are a blessing from Jehovah God, not a punishment or something that he can just take because "he has plans".
The bible tells us in Revelation 21:3, 4 that 'he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more....." It is Jehovah's promise to righteous humans that a better time is coming, where sadness and death and sickness will not occur.
But he also has promised that those who have died will be resurrected, as exactly the same person they were when they died. Jehovah's memory of each of us is perfect, and he has promised in Acts 24:15 "that there will be a ressurection of both righteous and righteous"
Whatever the next few days will bring, you can have faith that this is not His purpose, it is the work of Satan who is trying to crush the spirit and faith of all humans in Jehovah.
It is comforting to know that our God of Love, Jehovah, has a purpose for all humans, one that eventually will see us reunited with ones we love AND where death and sickness will be no more.
Those scriptures are in your bible. Please take comfort in them.
I have been praying, praying, praying for Bronson and for you and Matt. Heavenly Father is watching over you and Bronson will be blessed according to His will. Always trust in Him.
You are living my biggest nightmare. I cried just now for you and almost felt as if they were your tears. Tears that you could not cry anymore. There is another who has done that for you too... you know Him. You ARE an amazing woman. Prayers are all I can give you right now, but if I could do more.
He is in my prayers! You also have to remember the Lord's will. It kills me to say that but I have to prepare myself ever day. I pray that he is able to live and recover from this like my cousin did when he drowned and came back. You boys are very cute and I am here for you if you need anything since I know the hospital like the back of my head. Let me know if there is anything I can do besides pray. Hugs to you all!
more prayers from another stranger in hawaii... one of nat norton's friends.
hang in there... God is good. He is blessing you through the thousands of hearts and thoughts and whispers that are pouring out to Him on your behalf.
so so sorry for what you're going through...
SO sorry I am sending prayers your way what a sweet little boy praying for a full recovery!
Summer & family in California
As I have been saying a prayer in my heart I feel comforted . . . like everything will turn out just fine. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family for the next few days. I don't know you personally but I do believe in the power of prayer and hope.
As a father who has had his son in intensive care I feel for you, and I don't know you. I pray that, like us, you are someday able to look back at this time as a challenge that you got through. I keep a picture of my son, Phillip, when he had all of his tubes in on the dresser in his room. Just a reminder as to how strong he is. May God help you and your son.
Eric
sweet bronson is in my prayers. I have cried tears of heartbreak for you and will be praying the our miraculous God will heal his little body.
Praying for Bronson!
*praying with you tonight.
Prayers from Virginia. I know he will pull through this. Hugs for you and your boys.
I am witnessing one of God's miracles, one of God's mercies that He so lovingly gives His children amidst their suffering. Surely the reason for your trial is not to bring others closer to Him. He would not allow such suffering for that purpose. But as you suffer, I'm praying that you're finding strength and comfort and hope in all of the amazing stories of how Bronson has touched so many lives. I was especially touched by the comment from the mother in West Valley who knelt in prayer with her husband and three children for the very first time ever. That is powerful; Bronson's life is powerful. It has great meaning. With hope, so much hope, I am praying that his life will be long, that he will have the chance to show just what a powerful force for good his life can be. I love you!
Sending you all some Aussie Sunshine, Bless you and your Gorgeous boy
Hugs and Kisses to you all
Danielle
sweet baby Bronson, we are praying, weeping, and petitioning our heavenly Father for a miracle in little Bronson's body.
How many times I have left my little ones to bathe in a few inches of water too, trusting the older siblings to alert me to any danger while just in the next room *cleaning* or whatever....so you know, this story has affected me so that I will never leave their bathside again. I don't know that it lessens your pain at all, just wanted you to see some good from it. I will not cease praying for your precious boy. and for your sweet mama heart that loves him so much, my heart aches with you. Please dear Lord in Heaven heal his little body, bring him back fully to his loving family.
Bronson is just one month older than my son. I can't imagine what you are going through. Praying for baby Bronson's recovery.
Sara, Matt, Boys I have always found comfort in this hymn, it is often used at funerals, but not for me this is my battle song
(124)
Be still, my soul: The Lord is on thy side:
With patience bear thy cross of grief or pain.
Leave to they God to order and provide;
In ev'ry change he faithful will remain.
Be still, my soul: thy best, thy heav'nly Friend.
Thru thorny ways leads to a joyful end.
Be still, my soul: Thy God doth undertake
To guide the future as he has the past.
Thy hope, they confidence let nothing shake;
All now mysterious shall be bright at last.
Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know
His voice who ruled them while he dwelt below.
Be still, my soul: The hour is hast'ning on
Whe we shall be forever with the Lord,
When disappointment, grief and fear are gone,
Sorrow forgot, love's purest joys restored.
Be still, my soul: When change and tears are past,
All safe and blessed we shall meet at last.
Text: Katharina von Schlegel Trans by Jane Borthwick
praying tonight for you
Praying with all my heart for your beautiful baby boy. Sara you are not alone, we are all here with you. Praying for good news xox
Praying for your dear sweet Bronson from Southern California... come thou font of every blessing! May you be filled with the LOVE of our Savior Jesus Christ and be at peace in this horrific time.
My heart aches for you. I don't know your family, but I will be praying with all my might for your precious son to be made whole.
Praying that you will have the strength to make it through whatever ordeal you are challenged with and knowing because of your faith you will!!! Praying for your entire family!!!
At least 5 people in Hawaii praying for Bronson and your family daily. We will keep them coming. We will not forget. Loves to your family.
The Kobialka's are praying for you and Bronson. Much love to you, sister.
On our knees praying for little Bronson.
Your sweet little family is in our prayers. We are so sorry for your struggle, but hang in there. Miracles are on the horizon!!!
Our family is praying for Bronson! We are also praying for you, your husband and your little family. May God give you peace with what ever is meant to happen. We feel love for you and pray for you.
I came across your blog that was linked to another one I was "stalking". My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this time. I can't imagine how difficult it must be to endure something so difficult. I thank you for your faith, your honesty and your example as you have shared your journey. You are an example to me and others out there. Know that you are not alone and that another mom and her family is praying along with the many others for you, your precious little boy, and your family.
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