“Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” – C.S. Lewis

Some of Kenya’s most bumpy and windy roads have taken us to the most breathtaking views of the valley. These are best seen from a “Turnout” or “Viewpoint” where you park temporarily, stretch your legs, and take in the scenery. Life has moments like that. We experienced an important “Viewpoint” on this uphill health journey this week. I had a chance to stop and look back at where I came from and then take a longer look at the beautiful view. This came because of a phone call I received from my surgeon with some good news that we have been praying for! 

She received my PET scan results and told me that as she looked over the scan, she could not help but smile and had to call. My scan is clear, and the cancer that was present back in March has “resolved” and responded to the chemotherapy treatments! Our hearts are celebrating this great news, and we are taking time at this “turnout” to take in the view of answered prayer and God’s healing work in my body. The journey continues tomorrow with the 9th of 12 weekly infusions and a likely surgery in September, but the news we received this week gives me even more resolve to continue to walk with my Good Shepherd toward the beauty of all He may have in store.

Words cannot express how grateful we are for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and love for us as we walk this unknown path with Jesus. 

Thank you!

“All my life You have been faithful
And all my life You have been so, so good
With every breath that I am able
Oh, I’m gonna sing of the goodness of God
Oh, I’m gonna sing of the goodness of God!”

Bethel Music and Jenn Johnson