For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;
Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;
Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. 2Corinthians 4:6 -10
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I received a call from a physician at Stanford Medical Center yesterday afternoon. They do not feel that surgery is a viable option. Due to the location of the tumor there are many complications that could arise. They have referred me back to Kaiser Oncology Department to begin Chemotherapy probably in mid February.
I do not understand why God is leading me down this road, but I do understand that God IS leading me. He never has and never will forsake me nor my family. He will be faithful Who has promised.
Continue to hold us up in prayer. He is an awesome God.
We love you all and are also praying for you today.
Your friends,
Clayton & Janiver and family
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Janiver, your positive spirit is so refreshing. I know this path has many questions and is frustrating, but be assured you have many friends who are continuing to uphold you in prayer. God is good....ALL the time. Love you, Jana
Janiver, your are one very, very precious lady. You are certainly an example to us all of GREAT FAITH! Tommy and I are praying continually for you and trusting for a miracle. May you be lifted by the gentle hands of our Lord Jesus today! Your friends in Taiwan, Tom and Sandy Bracken
Dear Jan,
You are a dear and precious friend and we together with our churches in Holland are praying for you and believing the Lord for a miracle. We love you very much.
Mike & Dianna Tuttle
Missionaries to the Netherlands
Dear Janiver and MK Clayton,
The missionary family around the world is praying for you. For the past 30 years, Bev and I have seen God's faithfulness up close and personal. I certainly would have chosen a different path, but He has always been there, going before us. I wasn't sure if Bev was going to survive her kidneys shuting down and double pneumonia last June. However, God answered the prayers of the missionary family and Bev accompanied me to Greece for the Northern Greek conference in October. He's well able to see you through.
Sincerely,
Bev and Dorsey Burk
Sis Janiver, when reading your post, this poem came to my mind. It's author I don't remember but its words have stuck with me through the years and have been a comfort many a time. It is called Trust in the Master Weaver.
When gray threads mar life’s pattern,
and it seems so out of line,
Trust the Master Weaver,
who planned the whole design.
For in life’s choicest patterns,
some dark threads must appear.
To make the rose threads fairer,
the gold more bright can clear.
The pattern may seem intricate,
and hard to understand.
But trust the Master Weaver,
and His steady, guiding Hand.
Always close in thoughts and prayers. With love, Sis Karen
This is not what we wanted to hear,
but God is still able. I just read this reminder about God and his power yesterday. I want to share it with you.
Man says: "It's impossible." God says: All thing are possible
Man says: "I'm too tired" God says: I will give you rest
Man says: "I can't go on" God says: My grace is sufficient
Man says: "I can't figure things out" God says: I will direct you steps
Man says: "I can't do it" God says: You can do all things through Christ and his strength Man says: "I'm not able" God says: I am able, I will supply all your needs
Man says: "I am afraid and worried" God says: Cast all you cares on ME
Man says: "I feel all alone" God says: I will never leave you or forsake you
Thank God for His Promises and His Power.
We will just pray and hold on to God and His Promises.
I Love You Friend.
Laquita Mullings
Janiver, I hope you don't mind, but I would like to leave a message to Dorsey Burk if by chance he returns to read the comments.
Bro. Burk - I am the daughter of Paul and Maxine Wilson. My maternal grandmother was Ellen Slaton. I believe you attended or assumed pastorate of the church my grandparents, H.B. and Ellen Slaton pastored. My dad passed about nine years ago. My mom mentioned your name the other day and she was wondering where you were and recalled what a wonderful man you were. Just thought you might want to hear you have touched many lives. My husband and I pastor in Delano, California and my mother, who is now 82, is still here in our congregation.
When darkness overtakes her, light will come bursting in. She is kind and merciful - all goes well for the generous woman who conducts her business fairly. Such a woman will not be overthrown by evil circumstance. She does not fear bad news, nor live in dread of what may happen. For she has settled in her mind that Jehovah will take care of her.
Psalm 112:4-7 The Living Bible (edited by Kathey from the masculine pronoun to the feminine :)
Sis.Brown, I believe that you are the kind of person these verses describe. You are already a living miracle and that will not change. I love you so much.
~Kathey G.
Sister Brown,
I appreciate your wonderful, positive attitude and reliance on the word of God. Our family and church continue to pray for you. We love you.
The Connell family
Sis Brown, walking down this path can be frighting I know but I am holding you up in prayer and trusting God for a miraculous miracle in your life. We MUST keep believing and trusting that He has all things under control.
Love and prayers
jolene mendoza
Hi Sis. Brown,
I just wanted you to know I love you & are praying for you. You are an inspiration to me as a pastors wife & mother. I just want you to know I appreciate you & have been thinking & praying for you. I know these times of hardship can be stressful but I am glad you have your family, extended family & us! I love you lots!
"But I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more.
Psalms 71:14
Sheila C.
Sister Brown, my mom (Gloria Conley) gave me your blog address. I just finished reading every entry and I can't even tell you how moving it was to read your inspirational words. I've always admired your quiet strength and sweet, unjudging demeanor as well as your amazing relationship with God. I now admire you even more as I read your blog. I will keep you in my thoughts, and continue to look for updates here. You and Brother Brown are my life model for a strong, loving relationship and I only hope to achieve that in my own marriage.
Love,
Faith (Conley) Anderson
Dearest Jan,
You have touched so many lives with your sweet Christian spirit. I have always loved your kind gentle attitude in dealing with any situation. You are a wonderful mother, wife to my cousin, Clayton, pastor's wife and dear friend to many others. I just spent this past week with you, and not once have I heard you say "Why" or show any negative response. I wish there were more women in Pentecost with such dedication, and prayer life, and Godly example as you have. You are a living definition of the word "Christian" - Christ like.
May our God strengthen you and hold you through this time. It is a comfort to know He is a 'God of Miracles' and that He does all things well.
Affectionately, Nila
I know you all came here to get refreshed and I sure hope you did, but from where I was standing, you were an inspiration to me. Ever calm with a spirit of peace. Thanks for the great food and fun.
Hey Aunt Jan,
I want you to know that I'm praying for you and that I love you very much.
Your favorite nephew,
- Jarron
Hi Jan,
I just found out about your blog and the resurfacing of your cancer. I'm so sorry.
You have always been amazing, and as evidenced by your entries, continue to be. It is beautiful to me, artistic even, that a person can put themselves wholly in the hands of something so mysterious, unsearchable, and universally doubted because of a simple acceptance that he knows more than us. In the end, his plan will become clear to all. Thank you for living your belief.
Even from a distance I can see that your sickness is not without purpose. It is already clear that it has led you to influence the people connected to you in a positive way. Thank you for that. Thank you for letting it lift others up rather than discourage them. You have been quite brave.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Michelle
If you ever wish to contact me, please do so by email: michellefullner@gmail.com, or any other method imaginable :)
Just wanted you to know that you are always in thoughts and prayers. I pray that all is okay - it's been so long since you posted, and I just wanted to check in. Love, Sis Karen
Sis. Brown,
My name is Joshua Tredway and I am from Strathmore, CA. My father pastors the church in Strathmore, Pastor T. Tredway. I have grown up with Stan at camp meetings and different church funtions over the years. I just wanted to let you know that our church is praying for you. Just the other night, my father requested special prayer for you and you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God gives you strength and peace during this time.
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