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There Are No Hospitals in Heaven

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It’s been an eventful several days. Not the kind of events that are fun. My husband Tom is in the hospital. Friday, he had four seizures really close together, which he’s never had before. I called 911. He was rushed to the ER, where we were told kidney failure, and dangerously low hemoglobin. It was a nightmarish deja vu, as we went through a similar situation two years ago with the very same problems. This time it’s more complicated because of the seizures. 

Tom was admitted to the ICU Friday night with a large team of doctors overseeing his care. He was given five blood transfusions which then caused fluid on his lungs. So transfusions had to stop to clear out his lungs. Hemoglobin has gone up and down since Friday. However, after a sixth blood transfusion yesterday, his hemoglobin was improving. The blood loss has been one of the top priorities in all of his symptoms and problems. His kidneys are still not doing well and were worse yesterday afternoon.

There have been non stop scans, tests, procedures and everything in between. Because of the seizures, there is a special camera in his hospital room that monitors him in case he has more seizures. Thank God Tom has not had any more seizures. It was more than likely caused from losing two thirds of his blood combined with kidney damage.

There are so many things going on his body I can barely keep up with all of the specialists and their prognosis and assessments. There is far too much information to share in this post so I’m trying to hit the highlights. Tom was moved to Intermediate Care on Monday, it’s a step down from Intensive Care. That’s a good thing.

We have excellent doctors and nurses taking care of Tom. We are grateful. Tom has a good attitude. I just want him healthy. I am praying for healing and so many others are as well. We have a large prayer team of friends, family, and strangers, praying for Tom. We are truly blessed. 

Our church has been incredible! They are storming the gates of heaven for Tom. Church members are calling, texting, and emailing to let us know they are praying and here for us. Our church family is ready to bust through the hospital and lay hands on Tom. We are grateful for such a wonderful body of believers supporting us. 

Every prayer matters, so thank you to all of you who have been praying. I believe in prayer and its power, because it is God’s power on display. He does some of His best work in impossible situations. I can’t wait to see what He’s going to do for Tom. He has already done so much for us. I know He’s not done.

In the middle of our crisis God has given me peace. I have times where fear and discouragement come in, but it doesn’t last long. The Holy Spirit keeps reminding me of the truth, and Who is in charge. Tom is in God’s mighty hands, no matter what a doctor says.

Spending some time in the ICU has given me a fresh perspective on suffering. Each time I walk the hallways I see so many names on the outside of hospital rooms. That’s someone’s loved one, suffering and sick. Some rooms are filled with people and some are quiet.

The other day I heard loud shouting, and I thought, “Oh no, someone is angry and letting a staff member have it.” I leaned my head out of Tom’s room to check out the commotion, and realized the loud voice was a loud prayer for healing. It was coming from a room of a very young man, late teens, maybe early twenties. A man was calling on the Lord to heal this young guy. How many others are praying right now in a hospital, asking God for a miracle.

Yesterday, Tom’s daytime nurse was answering my questions and updating his vitals and all his numbers to me. I shared my concerns about Tom’s kidneys and mentioned that we are Christians which she replied that she too is a Christian. She began to share scripture with me and encourage me greatly. As she was talking I noticed her name tag said Comfort. A wonderful nurse, placed at the right time, at the right place named Comfort. Thank you Lord.

There is someone reading this right now, and you are in the middle of your own crisis. You might be wondering, Where are you God? He is right there, as close as your next prayer. He is faithful and He will see you through your trial.

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 2 Corinthians 4:17, NIV 

Thanks for your prayers, love, and support. 

Love you all,

Meghan 

 

 

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for taking such good care of my husband during this scary time. You bring peace, comfort, wisdom, and healing. I am asking You to heal Tom, completely. You have the final say on Tom’s health, and life. You are faithful, perfect, holy, awesome God! We praise and thank You!

I lift up the person reading this who is overwhelmed in their own crisis. Lift up their head Lord. Provide every single thing they need. Bring healing, breakthrough, peace, freedom, and absolutely anything that they are crying out to You for. Nothing is impossible with You. Comfort and protect them.

In Jesus Mighty Name, 

Amen!

Photo Credit: Meghan E. White 

Published by meghanewhite

34 thoughts on “There Are No Hospitals in Heaven”

  1. That sounds scary but at least Tom is in good hands. I am producing for all of you during this difficult time. ICU is the best place for him to be right now so he can heal and get better. I am a nurse and all I can say is wow – 5 blood transfusions!! I’m glad that he didn’t have any more seizures and hope that his lab results stabilize.

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  4. I’m so sorry to read this update, Meghan! Praying now, in Jesus’ name, for complete and total healing for Tom and continued strength and peace for you both! Praying also that God would continue to surround you with faithful, encouraging staff, family, friends, and even total strangers.

    Sending big hugs! Jessie

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  5. Mandy, I am so sorry, it is quite scary. Praying for God to heal Tom completely. May he hold you and all in your family in peace at this time. and I pray for the best care for him.

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    1. I’m so sorry for what your husband and you and are going through. I can only imagine what you both have been through. The prayer warriors really do help!! We feel their prayers. Love and prayers to you and your husband. God bless you!

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  9. I really LOVE that picture. So serene, so peaceful. Thankful to the Lord, for how He is covering you, Tom, & your boys with His perfect peace as all these faithful prayer warriors storm the gates of heaven pleading for Tom’s restored health. Love you. Praying!

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  10. Father, I bring Meghan and her husband, to the foot of Your heart. I pray for a speedy recovery, and that You will enlighten the doctors, to the best form of treatment. I pray for healing, and complete restoration. Nothing missing, nothing broken. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

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  12. Does this mean Tom is back in the hospital after coming home, Meghan? I can only imagine all the heartache you’ve been going through. Just keep calling out to our Savior for His peace and comfort. He’s always been there for me, and He’ll be there for you too.

    We’re here for you.

    Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
    And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6,7

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    1. Hi Sharon,
      I wrote this when Tom was still in the hospital. I haven’t had a chance to give an update. Tom was hospitalized two years ago with kidney failure and really low hemoglobin, that’s what I was referencing.
      Thanks for that scripture. It’s one of my favorites.

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  14. Meghan, I am so sorry to read about Tom. I’ve been praying for y’all since last time two years ago, but I didn’t have the update until just now. Praise the Lord for giving you peace and comfort – and a nurse named Comfort who lives up to her name. God is awesome! Much in prayer for you and Tom. You are amazing.

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