Marvin's Prayer Book

--by hasifa, posted Dec 23, 2011

A while back I started a prayer book for a very sick friend called Marvin. This morning I was collecting prayers and a man wrote something in Marvin's prayer book. Then he told me his story.

Like Marvin he too has cancer. He has been through chemotherapy three times. His cancer has returned after every chemo period and even a few surgeries. He is now stage 4 and terminal.

The reason I am sharing this is because he said all of this to me with a voice that was so hopeful. He seemed not concerned about his situation at all. Instead, he asked many questions about Marvin and even put his phone number in the prayer book for Marvin to call.

He said, "Tell Marvin, no matter what time of the day or night it is, he can call me. Tell him I want to hear from him in his darkest hour. You never know, I could need some inspiration from him as well in my darkest hours."

Before he left he assured me that he would pray for both himself and Marvin.

I was very touched by this man’s kind words and actions. Here he is at what seems to be like the end of the rope and still he wants to do the right thing.

I pray that he and Marvin find comfort in each other and that this is the beginning of a relationship that will allow them both to heal. I ask that you guys keep both of my friends in your prayers and will them well.

Love and blessings to all

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Posted by hasifa
Dec 23, 2011
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Readers Comments

Glowworm wrote: Wow. What a testimony. I will pray for your two friends, Hasifa. God still works miracles :)

Bluebell wrote: WOW, I can see that Marvin has just won another Angel :-) to help him alogn his journey. Blessings for the 3 of you. Bluebell

trueblue wrote: selfless acts of kindness.. may you all be truly blessed for your caring hearts :)

Bluxess wrote: In the toughest of times, people seem to gather energies to do feats that were once considered impossible !!! Now, that's what I see with this lovely man who want to help Marvin ... Yes, may both find a friend or even a family with each other ... At some point, family or friends doesn't make a difference because all that matters is a bond. Great, you are connecting 2 such wonderful folks together. God bless, Bluxess.

MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: That is very kind and a great way for him to look at life. I will keep them both in my thoughts and prayers!

appreciateall1 wrote: "those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves. "
- james barrie
Thank you for sharing your story.

Paul wrote: Marvin via hasifa,

May you have god's peace and comfort and feel his healing hands upon you, if it be his will. You have a great friend in hasifa, but you already know that. I have lifted you both up in my prayers. I ask all this in the name of jesus christ, my lord and master. Amen!

Gladys wrote: God is your "share"of everything that you need.

sandra wrote: They are both in my prayers, as are you for caring enough to share the story with others.

G.Narayana wrote: God has his own magic ways of testing us and conferring his blessings. Surely hasifa, marvin and his friend are in my prayers. The synergy of prayers will help marvin and his friend to heal.

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