Urgent - Urgent Prayer Request!!!!

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This thread centers around a prayer request for a young boy who suffered a serious accident after falling into a septic tank. Participants express their concern and share their prayers for the boy and his family, while also providing updates on the situation as they receive them.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares the tragic details of the boy's accident and the family's situation, emphasizing the emotional support from their local church.
  • Several participants express their prayers and support for the family, highlighting the communal aspect of their concern.
  • Another participant mentions passing the prayer request to multiple church prayer chains, indicating a wider network of support.
  • One participant reflects on their own experiences as a parent, expressing empathy and the emotional impact of the situation.
  • Updates about the boy's condition are shared, with some participants noting signs of improvement, such as breathing on his own.
  • Some participants discuss the emotional toll on the mother, who is pregnant and facing this crisis.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is a general agreement among participants on the need for prayers and support for the family. However, views on the situation's severity and the potential for recovery vary, with some expressing hope and others acknowledging the gravity of the circumstances.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal reflections and experiences related to parenting, which contribute to the emotional depth of the discussion. The thread captures a community coming together in response to a crisis.

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Members of the consultant community who are interested in supporting fellow members during personal crises may find this discussion relevant.

Janet, thank you so much for keeping us posted on Luke and Beniah. Obviously, God had a different plan for Luke. His example of turning his life around and hopfully giving his life to God has got to be a powerful testament to those around him. And Beniah reaching out to is parents....as I read that I instantly felt "He's going to be fine." Though my prayers for him continue!
 
Janet~

Thank you for the continuing updates. So sad to hear about Luke...So happy to hear Beniah was reaching for his parents. He is still in our prayers. God is working hard while he is resting in his coma. I pray God would be glorified through both of these heart wrenching situations!
 
I just read this and will and am praying for Beniah. How great and awesome to watch God work!

Kris
 
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The family just created a website yesterday to give updates and are now saying their last name (sorry, I just realized I had been spelling Benaiah wrong!) Anyway, here is the local article on the update and a link to the site wtih a little story from dad (just about the incident, not about the medical trials and miracles) and a guestbook to sign. Feel free to sign in! :) I'm sure they will be encouraged.

http://www.wjfw-nbc12.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=5590&Itemid=51
 
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From the Criscos on the website this afternoon:

We want to start by saying thank you to everyone for their prayers and continued support - they mean more than you could possibly know.

Benaiah's condition is steadily improving. He has been breathing on his own, with the respirator as a back-up. They plan to remove the respirator tube at 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. In order to accomplish the removal there are a couple of thing they will need to do: first, at midnight tonight they will start him on a steriod to reduce the swelling in his throat, then at 3 a.m. they will stop his tube feedings, finally, at 7 a.m. they will pull the tubes.

Please keep Benaiah in your prayers as these events will be hard for him to adjust to. We are told that 85% of children that have their respirators pulled end up relapsing in the first 4 to 6 hours. Also, Benaiah will have to go without food or water until he gets past the relapse phase, so the doctors can be sure he will make it without the respirator. I think we all know what a hungry child can be like.

We will post another update tomorrow, after we know what the outcome will be. Thank you all again - please keep praying!
 
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Please keep Benaiah in your prayers as these events will be hard for him to adjust to. We are told that 85% of children that have their respirators pulled end up relapsing in the first 4 to 6 hours. Also, Benaiah will have to go without food or water until he gets past the relapse phase, so the doctors can be sure he will make it without the respirator. I think we all know what a hungry child can be like.

We will post another update tomorrow, after we know what the outcome will be. Thank you all again - please keep praying!
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Wow - how terrifying. I have goosebumps. He'll most definitely be in my thoughts and prayers.
 
I will be praying. I have followed this thread from the beginning and my heart aches both with sadness for the fact that it happened and how the parents must be feeling! And for how the power of prayer works. I am so happy this family believes in God!
I have my life group with my church tonight and I will tell of this boys' story and we will lift him and his parents and whole family up in prayer. He is already healed!! God says so in His Word and now everyone will agree and press into God with prayers of faith and we will see all of Gods' miraculous works in this child! We just now need to thank God for what he's already done, he has healed him already!
 
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MissChef said:
I will be praying. I have followed this thread from the beginning and my heart aches both with sadness for the fact that it happened and how the parents must be feeling! And for how the power of prayer works. I am so happy this family believes in God!
I have my life group with my church tonight and I will tell of this boys' story and we will lift him and his parents and whole family up in prayer. He is already healed!! God says so in His Word and now everyone will agree and press into God with prayers of faith and we will see all of Gods' miraculous works in this child! We just now need to thank God for what he's already done, he has healed him already!
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Thanks! ...and feel free to continue to live notes for the family on Caring Bridge - I think they will enjoy seeing how many of you have been and still are praying for them and Benaiah to keep healing!

I am going to try to make a "journal" of the thoughts and prayers here for them...but until they get home to get it feel free to encourage them!
 
Any news yet Janet? I did bring this boy and his family to our prayer group last night and I BELEIVE you will be sending us positive updates. He is healed and although I don't know you personally or the boy and his family, I stood in for them and received healing for him and I know - that I know - that I know he is healed!!!!! We are a very spirit filled (Holy Spirit filled) church and we believe in The Word 100%. And there is power when a group of believers pray and we were lifting that family up!:)
Just wanted to let you know! ;)
 
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Thanks - I just checked recently on the site and my e-mail and no updates from any groups here yet...this was the day the tube was being pulled so we are anxiously awaiting!
 
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"So far, so good! They pulled Benaiah's breathing and feeding tubes at 9:20 a.m. today. He is really tired and weak, so he's sleeping a lot, which is good. The doctors say that people in induced comas don't really get much good/sound sleep, so he is making up for it now. If he makes it until 3 p.m. without a relapse, they will start him on water and other clear liquids, then move him up to yogurt and pudding type foods. His energy will increase slowly. Thanks for your prayers, keep 'em going :) " (From his family - about 1:30 p.m. CDT - just posted on the site...)
 
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"So far, so good! They pulled Benaiah's breathing and feeding tubes at 9:20 a.m. today. He is really tired and weak, so he's sleeping a lot, which is good. The doctors say that people in induced comas don't really get much good/sound sleep, so he is making up for it now. If he makes it until 3 p.m. without a relapse, they will start him on water and other clear liquids, then move him up to yogurt and pudding type foods. His energy will increase slowly. Thanks for your prayers, keep 'em going :) " (From his family - about 1:30 p.m. CDT - just posted on the site...)
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Oh Praise Jesus! I will continue to pray and get people to pray at church tonight too! Keep us posted! This is so awesome - isn't God wonderful!
 
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jrstephens said:
Oh Praise Jesus! I will continue to pray and get people to pray at church tonight too! Keep us posted! This is so awesome - isn't God wonderful!
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Ok, I'm about to cry while still at work! Yes, it is awesome...I hope he continues to do well! I wish I had a picture of him to show everyone...the family has 3 cute little kids!
 
Man I think I would start bawlin if I saw a pic of him. I will continue to pray for him and thank you so much for keeping us updated. God is so amazing, I know that he will work miracles on this little boy. He does such great things!!.
 
janetupnorth said:
"So far, so good! They pulled Benaiah's breathing and feeding tubes at 9:20 a.m. today. He is really tired and weak, so he's sleeping a lot, which is good. The doctors say that people in induced comas don't really get much good/sound sleep, so he is making up for it now. If he makes it until 3 p.m. without a relapse, they will start him on water and other clear liquids, then move him up to yogurt and pudding type foods. His energy will increase slowly. Thanks for your prayers, keep 'em going :) " (From his family - about 1:30 p.m. CDT - just posted on the site...)
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Oh wow - I missed this update yesterday -- thank God he is doing well!!
Any newer news today?
 
That is fantastic news Janet! I can't wait to hear after 3 what is happening!!!
 
janetupnorth said:
The family just created a website yesterday to give updates and are now saying their last name (sorry, I just realized I had been spelling Benaiah wrong!) Anyway, here is the local article on the update and a link to the site wtih a little story from dad (just about the incident, not about the medical trials and miracles) and a guestbook to sign. Feel free to sign in! :) I'm sure they will be encouraged.

http://www.wjfw-nbc12.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=5590&Itemid=51
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Janet~

Thank you for all of the updates, and now for this site! We all need to go and post there so the family knows just how many people all over the country are praying for them!!
 
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dannyzmom said:
Oh wow - I missed this update yesterday -- thank God he is doing well!!
Any newer news today?
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We probably won't hear until about 3 p.m. Tim & Teresa have been staying with him until then and not making many phone calls, then posting to the website around 1:30 and it uploads around 3. I have e-mail notification set for when the update posts and also check throughout the day (just in case).

I'll post when I hear something, but yes, check out the site. Teresa a few years back considering selling PC for awhile but never did. I think it would be encouraging to show her what a wonderful, loving PC family we have just by the notes of encouragement! :)
 
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I just got this e-mail:

Janet!

Pastor Craig Brooks was just here, he talked to Tim today. Benaiah is sitting up playing. The specialist said he's never seen a child survive a fall into a septic tank. Tim said they may be able to bring him home before Easter Sunday! He will have a long recovery but he will be with his family and they will be home. :)

Praise the Lord for the only way this precious child could still be alive and able to go home! His mighty power, His sovereignty and His mercy! How Awesome Is Our God!!

Jennifer
 
Wow, what a miracle!! That is amazing Janet, I am so happy for you and his family.
 
Oh My goodness that is so wonderful....... I am so happy for him and his family!!!
 
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Dad has this just posted on the website so there are still concerns but he is doing MUCH better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"Benaiah made it through all of yesterday's events with no sign of relapse! He is still on the road to recovery. He didn't have any problems with the tube removal yesterday, he rested through most of the day. He has been able to eat a bit of Jello and drink some juice. He is really weak yet, and is having some withdrawl problems since they took him off of all his pain meds yesterday. Some of the side effects have been muscle stiffness and jerky movements. They have since started him back on some of the pain medication and will be weaning him off of them more slowly this time. His stomach is very bloated, which is probably a result of being sedated. Please keep praying for his continued healing, his little body has been through a lot of changes in the past week+. Thank you everyone! "
 
My goodness Janet! I'm so glad to hear of his recovery! It sounds like he has a great support system surrounding him.
 
Praise God!! I will continue to pray for his complete recovery. Thanks for keeping us posted!
 
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Dad has this just posted on the website so there are still concerns but he is doing MUCH better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"Benaiah made it through all of yesterday's events with no sign of relapse! He is still on the road to recovery. He didn't have any problems with the tube removal yesterday, he rested through most of the day. He has been able to eat a bit of Jello and drink some juice. He is really weak yet, and is having some withdrawl problems since they took him off of all his pain meds yesterday. Some of the side effects have been muscle stiffness and jerky movements. They have since started him back on some of the pain medication and will be weaning him off of them more slowly this time. His stomach is very bloated, which is probably a result of being sedated. Please keep praying for his continued healing, his little body has been through a lot of changes in the past week+. Thank you everyone! "
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Please keep us updated - I will continue to pray!
 
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Yesterday's update from Benaiah's dad...I was out and about with the kids and mom quite a bit yesterday so I didn't get it until this a.m...

"Benaiah was moved from ICU last night. He is now in a pediatrics hospital room. He is weak and is still having problems with his bowels, but he is eating solid foods and making progress. They are still weaning him off of the pain meds and he cries when we try to get him up to walk around, so we will start slowly working him into regular walks so that he can build his strength.

God continues to reveal his love for us and speak to us through our daily devotions. Today's reading was Psalm 86. God is great!

On a different note, Tim's sister arrived for a visit last night and was admitted to the hospital today for a possible staff infection. She is very ill and also in need of your prayers.

Thank you all so much for lifting our family up in your prayers. We are so thankful for all of you. "
 
I have been reading this since the beginning, not really knowing what to say.
I have been praying also and waiting for updates. I am glad to know he is on the road to recovery. I will start praying for Tim's sister. In the mean time everyone try to have a nice Easter.
 
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chefkristin said:
I have been reading this since the beginning, not really knowing what to say.
I have been praying also and waiting for updates. I am glad to know he is on the road to recovery. I will start praying for Tim's sister. In the mean time everyone try to have a nice Easter.
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I know the family just appreciates the continued prayer support!

Benaiah has some recovery to go (naturally), but he is making good, steady progress! I know they are rejoicing this Easter just to have their son!
 
This was the latest update from Benaiah's site:

"Just a short updated today - Benaiah is eating better and we are trying to get him walking around more so that he can build his leg strength back up. Our biggest concern is that all goes well with him being weaned off of the pain meds. It may take up to a week before he is completely off of them. May God bless you all!"

The Lord is hearing and answering our prayers! Keep lifting this family up so God can continue to be glorified through this situation. Our God is awesome!
 
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Kelly - thanks for posting that for me! :) I've been busy getting verses ready so we can make our Resurrection cookies before bed! :)
 
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