Monday Thoughts: Will You Help Me?
UPDATE: I wanted to let those of you know who check back here for an update, that our sweet Holli ended her earthly battle with painful terminal cancer on April 2, 2021. I don’t know anyone who lived life as full of faith and testimony and love for God as Holli, so it was bittersweet and beautiful that she passed away on Good Friday, just days before Easter. Words are inadequate to describe the heartbreak of the last few days as her husband and six kids have faced this new reality, but her family has been comforted and buoyed up by the knowledge that Holli is finally free of pain and suffering, and they are clinging to the knowledge that they are not alone, that God is aware of them, that He will help them, and that they will see Holli again.
Thank you for your overwhelming support on this post and through other means for Holli and her family. Her sister and I read her your comments as they came in – she was brought to tears every time as so many of you shared your own personal challenges. She couldn’t believe over 1,000 of you chose to do something hard for her. It touched her in ways impossible to describe and gave her peace that carried her through her final days as she contemplated that her life and example might have possibly inspired others and maybe even helped change lives in some way.
We love you, Holli! Life will truly never be the same without you.
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I’m taking a little departure from my usual recipes today. We’re going straight into Monday Thoughts (never been done before). Just go with it.
I have some things weighing on my heart and mind that I want to share with you.
But first, I want to tell you about someone.
Her name is Holli. She’s an incredibly dear friend of mine (think: soul sister type of friend).
In all my years of blogging, I’ve never dedicated a whole post to a real, live human. Chocolate chip cookies? Yes. Random Friday thoughts? Yes. Special human beings? Not so much.
But today, I need your help. Holli needs your help.
It might not be the “help” you are thinking of, but if you have a minute, stick with me for a story and then a request (spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with money).
The back story: I’ve known Holli for six years – ever since we moved from Minnesota to Idaho. She’s spunky. She’s hilarious.
She’s a truth seeker and a fighter for justice. She’s an amazing mom to six wildly wonderful kids. She constantly serves everyone around her. To know Holli is to love her.
Amid all of Holli’s greatness, she’s had an incredibly challenging life. Not all of the details are mine to share, but suffice it to say, her life has not been easy. Intense infertility, adoption, countless (and I mean countless) surgeries for health issues related to colitis, job stresses, and the list goes on.
Most people don’t know many of these things about Holli because she is in that rare camp of: Fiercely Independent Non-Complainer.
Seriously, if I didn’t love her so much, it would be almost annoying, because she just.never.complains. That girl can fight through pain and struggle like no one else. (And yet, she still listens when I complain about my pigs escaping or my cookies burning.) #goodfriend
About a year and a half ago on top of all the other challenges Holli has faced in her life, after finding a seemingly innocent lump, she was unexpectedly and devastatingly diagnosed with stage 4 internal metastatic mucosal melanoma. This diagnosis came out of nowhere, and needless to say it has rocked their family’s world.
The last 15 months have been filled with immunotherapy, radiation, flights to Mayo clinic for consultation, more treatments, pain, and indescribable stress and worry.
(Not to mention six kids and all of their daily, busy, and often difficult emotional needs.)
Through it all, Holli has remained one of the strongest warriors I’ve ever seen. She has powered through horrific treatment side effects that would easily fell the rest of us, and has quite literally taken on the full-time job of fighting cancer.
She has not once given up hope. She has retained a strong and abiding faith in a loving God who knows her and has a plan for her.
Miraculously, 2020 gifted Holli more than six months of respite, thanks to a combination of immunotherapy, holistic treatments (gosh, I could tell some stories involving slippery elm gruel and tinctures here but I won’t), and a complete shift to a sugar-free and vegan diet.
Last month, things started to fall apart for Holli again. Sudden seizures, many ER trips, and lots of pain revealed the cancer had ferociously spread throughout Holli’s body and into her brain.
She no longer has the full function of the left side of her body and she is in excruciating pain nearly constantly.
And still. She continues to show more strength in her pinky finger than I have in my entire body and soul.
Today, I wanted to give back to Holli in some way. Sure, that can easily be done through their GoFundMe page.
But I wanted to also do something else.
Holli has spent her entire lifetime being strong for other people and using her inner and God-given strength to conquer her greatest challenges, but her body is failing her right now, and she is no longer able to do some of the things that you and I probably take for granted.
Fold laundry.
Braid her daughter’s hair.
Take a walk around the block.
Load the dishwasher.
Send a text message.
I don’t believe it’s healthy or constructive to compare challenges. Hardship and stress and grief is individual. It’s sacred. Hard is hard no matter what you are going through or dealing with.
But if I’ve learned anything from Holli’s situation, it is to look for the good (even on very bad days), appreciate the mundane, and be grateful for each and every day.
And this is where I need your help.
Will you do something for me? For Holli? For you?
Will you do something hard today? Or this week? Something that perhaps you’ve been procrastinating?
It may not be something that would be hard to anyone else, but remember: that doesn’t matter. Your life is your own.
- Maybe it’s getting off the couch and finally running that pesky mile even if you haven’t run in years.
- Or picking up the phone to call a family member who you haven’t talked to in a while.
- Maybe it’s just being grateful that you have the ability and motor skills to fold laundry today.
- Or giving your spouse or child a hug even if you (or they) feel prickly and unloveable.
- Maybe it’s finally ditching the three-sizes-too-small jeans hiding in your closet and buying a pair of jeans that fit your amazing and able body.
- Or saying a prayer for the first time in a long time (or ever).
If you feel so inclined to share, will you leave a comment on this post? Even if you aren’t sure you can do it yet, write your plan in the comments and we’ll be strong together.
I am going to plop myself on Holli’s bed and read all of your comments out loud to her. And let her know that there are people across the world inspired by her story and strength.
Holli does not like attention or being a burden or inconvenience to anyone (if you know her in real life, you know how true that is!), but she does feel as though her life has purpose insomuch as it has inspired others that they, too, can do hard things and be stronger for it.
My BeStrongForHolli goal: finally get through a 30-minute virtual cycling class without falling off and quitting and acknowledge that my body is strong and able (and also give each of my kids at least three 8-second hugs today – our home has been filled with contention lately and I need to be the impetus to changing that). Love you, Holli.
Thank you for letting me take a departure from food today.
I’ll leave you with the words of one of Holli’s favorite songs:
And I, I don’t want to leave a legacy
I don’t care if they remember me
Only Jesus
And I, I’ve only got one life to live
I’ll let every second point to Him
Only Jesus
I have the best readers in the world. Thank you for being here and for all you do to make this world a better place.
Holli’s story is so inspiring me and helps me remember it’s not what happens in life, but how I face it. I am going to try giving more self more love and less criticism. There’s a good me inside!
My BeStrongForHolli: honor her strength and faith by finally put pen to paper on my prayer journal. Holli gets the first line, the first prayer, so I can come back and give thanks for giving me the boost I needed to put what’s on my heart and mind down intentionally. ❤
This touched my heart to the core. I want to wrap my arms around both of you! I wish I were more like Holli. I love how you describe her depth of faith and lack of complaining. I joke with my kids that they will never refer to me as that “angel mother” that you always hear church talks about because I complain too much. In Holli’s honor I am going to make a mammoth effort to change that bad habit because really that complaining is a lack of gratitude and faith. Thank you Holli for reminding me to do better. I am also going to be kinder to my body that works so hard for me in spite of how I treat it. I read today that “suffering in righteousness helps qualify you for….God’s elect.” (Matthew Holland) You are a queen, Holli. Thank you Mel for sharing with us and all you do to light the world.
I bundled by kids up and took them outside today.
I met Holli once several years ago and she is just as you describe her! There are so many unnecessary distractions in life, and I’m guilty of getting sucked into them. I’m going to try to work on being more present, and focus on the important stage of life I’m in.
As I was telling my kids about Holli this morning my 9 year old said she wants to write and send letters to 50 people to brighten their day! Thanks for the inspiration to do and be better. Thoughts and prayers are with you Holli and your family.
Praying hard for Holli and her family. My goal is to take time reading at bedtime tonight and to not rush through the routine – it is such a special time and a gift.
I have 7 kids (one adopted) and so I instantly felt connected to her! Tonight I’m going to leave a note for each person in my family to read when they wake up in the morning, so they know how grateful I am for them and how much I love them. I will keep Holli and her family in my prayers, especially tonight.
Teaching my child math today! I have been homeschooling my 4 kids for 6 years now and it doesn’t get easier. Giving hugs, encouragement and keeping cool when they get so angry when school work is challenging is hard! Attitude is everything! I admire that about your friend, Holli. The attitude of joy when going through hard things is no easy task. I want to be more like that.
It’s hard for me to find time for myself during the day. The last week I have been focused on my nutrition. The next hard thing….exercise. I am going to walk today and one day at a time move up to running again. And show up big for my family with a smile and laughter in my Attitude.
I feel pathetic that this is my thing. But it’s a thing for me that I know is holding me back. I will not turn on the tv and zone out after my kids go to bed. I will open my scriptures, read a book, write in my journal. Sending all my love to my home state of Idaho and the dear people there.
She sounds beautiful ❤️ I will say a prayer for her and her family. My goal: I will make an effort to prepare healthier food and snacks for my family.
Thank you for sharing this, what an example of true friendship and strength. I’m a young mom and have loved reading your blog and trying your recipes over the past few years. I will be praying for Holly and her family. For Holly, I am going to delete Facebook and Instagram off my phone for a week so I don’t spend as much time scrolling, so I can spend more time doing things that really matter. I don’t want to just let me life pass me by!
This week I am trying to enjoy the small things and maybe things I don’t love that much… cleaning up dinner, packing lunches at night, figuring out what to eat for dinner, helping kids with homework. Thank you to you and Holli for reminding me that everyday is a gift, and I am blessed to be able to do these things for my family.
Mel, I read your story and honestly have not been able to get this off my mind. What a challenge you presented to each of us and honestly I did not think it would be this hard to comment and help in this way but what a beautiful idea and gesture for your friend. Through you, you can let her know that her story is helping countless others like myself. This is how I will be strong for Holli- I will work hard to let things go, not be so hard on myself, lay off of the guilt trips and enjoy each moment with the family God so lovingly blessed me with. Might seem easy, in the light of everything she is facing and honestly it does seem trivial in comparison but I do struggle with this daily. I will keep Holli and her family in my prayers and will be strong for her! Thank you and God bless!
The “feeling prickly and unloveable” part rang true today. Thanks for the inspiration and nudge Holly and Mel. I gave my kids some 8 second hugs and took my toddler outside to play. And lo and behold, I feel much better! And more ready to make dinner, which is why I came here her in the first place ;). Life is so very beautiful, even amidst the hamster wheel of the day to day.
Dear Mel and Holli,
I thought I posted a comment yesterday but I can’t find it now. So, if I’m repeating myself, I apologize. I am so happy for your enduring friendship. How wonderful that is!
Holli, you are an inspiration but I am so sorry that I am inspired because of your suffering. I hate that fact! Please know that I hate it that you are suffering.
For you, Holli, I will arrange the house and furnishings to be easier for my physically disabled adult child to navigate and tolerate. I will ask permission to do the basic housework that she sometimes finds
intolerable — laundry, dishes, cooking, etc. due to heightened sensitivity to sounds, odors and movement. It is the least I can do. Thank you, Mel, for creating this opportunity to self- correct! I love you both.
I’ve only had the chance to talk with Holli once, but I remember her being so hilarious! Today, I will work towards mending a friendship that has taken a turn for the worse. It’s hard to apologize and forgive, but it will be worth it in the end.
I hardly ever comment on anything ever. I don’t love Facebook or Instagram, but I DO love Mel and her food blog. I’ve been a follower for years and now refer to Mel like she’s my friend. In fact, last night I made the most amazing crispy shrimp tacos (with chicken) , and I said this is Mel’s recipe. He laughed at the fact that I talk about you like I know you and were friends. I really wish we were friends! I was born in Boise and grew up in ID, so I feel like we’d for sure have a good time! :). And if she’s friends with you, Holli, then I’m sure WE would be friends too! You are inspiring hundreds of people with your story. Your positive attitude toward life is contagious! I promise today (and really I try everyday) I will hold my tongue when my kids frustrate me. I tend to speak my mind about frustrating things, but often my kids are in front of me, and often it’s about them SO that’s not good!! But I promise today I will not do it! My heart and prayers goes out to you and your family during this trying time.
My husband & I have said two Rosaries special for you Holli. I will pray for you daily, I have added your name to my prayer list. I believe in miracles, don’t stop asking for the Lord to heal you. I wish I lives near you so that I could help in anyway that I could & get to know you & Mel.
Mel, please keep us informed on Holli progress.
Prayers from
Roberta-Shorewood, IL
Hi,
I’m very close friends with Hollie’s sister Liv in Onoway Alberta. I’m leaving a comment because I love Hollie so very much! We’ve never met, but I have listened to Liv about her, and prayed everyday for her for over a year! She really is an amazing person and I wish we could have met in person in this life, but there is always the next. I pray that she is comforted and at ease for what time is remaining, and that her family will be cradled in God’s hands ❤
I think I can say this for everyone that this past year has been hard but when I hear your story all I can say is Jesus forgive me for complaining. I am so happy to hear a positive person even with all the strains of life is living inside of you and my family and I will be praying for God to lift you and your family up in all ways. God Bless you, your family and loving friends.
I will be grateful for my husband when we argue or disagree, and I will not carry my phone around with me as much when I’m with my kids.
I came here for a soup recipe, but you gave me so much more! I’m going to think about that hard thing, but I’m committed to it and have a feeling it will have to do with doing some form of exercise even though I’ve met myself get a far way from in shape. Thank you for the inspiration. Hugs.
I will do two hard things that I’ve known I need to be better at and Hollis story has inspired me to not put it off. The first is to eat healthier and to start with a healthy breakfast. The second is to be more attentive with my kids so my time with them brings light and peace into our home instead of grumpiness. I’m praying for her and her family also!
Thank you for sharing Hollis amazing example! What a perfect way to serve your friend- by knowing her needs and serving her in a way that would mean something to her. My bestronglikeholli goal is to keep the promises I make to myself and be more intentional with how I love my people. Thanks Mel for being an uplifting place on the internet!
I am suffering from some minor, but what feels like crippling health anxiety this week. I have pushed myself through the motions with my husband and 3 boys this week, filling the empty spaces in with unproductive “what if’s”, naps, time wasting and self pity parties. I needed to read Holli’s story today and get my slug body off the couch and live this life intentionally when by boys and husband walk through the door this afternoon. I need to love them fully and be present t for them. I have to remember that God won’t lead me to anything that He can’t walk me through. I will do it for you, Holli- strong, fierce and faith-filled Holli. You are a wondrous example. Thank you for sharing the gift of you with all of us! (Thanks for you too, Mel!) God Bless you both!
Hi Mel & Holli,
With 870 comments so far I almost didn’t post anything, but when Mel (one of the wisest women I know) asks me to do something, I usually do it.
The hardest thing I had to do last week was prepare a talk for church. Just so you know, I used to be Catholic, and the Catholic Church never asks anyone to speak in church! I left that cushy existence years ago to join The church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints, where they ask you to do lots of things! Anyway, that is a long way of saying, I did not grow up preparing and speaking in church. On top of that, my topic was President Nelson’s talk Let God Prevail, which is a beautiful sentiment, but the talk itself was kind of all over the place
(I still love you President Nelson), so it took me awhile to realize I needed to go rogue and put my own meaning to Let God Prevail if I was to ever get something done. I won’t write my talk here but I will share only what I think might be important. The definition of the word “prevail “ is: Prove more powerful than opposing forces; be victorious. Nothing says victorious more than Jesus himself. He was victorious in overcoming death, He was victorious in providing us an atonement.
Rather than darkness, He brings us Light. Rather than despair, He brings us Hope. Rather than doom and gloom, He brings us a vision of glory. Rather than damnation, He brings us redemption, Rather than self-loathing, He brings us self-esteem. Rather than inadequacies, He brings us wholesomeness. Rather than loneliness, He brings us companionship. And probably most important of all, rather than disdain, He brings us LOVE. He brings us Joy, and a reason to REJOICE.
Holli, I hope you feel His love and companionship as you endure this most challenging time in your life. And I hope you see His hand through the loving service that I know Mel is providing you, and your family at this time.
Soul sister…this girl picks them few and far between. I too am one and I couldn’t have said it better. She’s my girl, my “best friend cuz everyone else sucks”, my inspiration, the one who has loved me no matter my flaws, she’s my girl. She imprinted on my heart to always keep fighting and has more faith than anyone else I know. She’s a fearless fighter and is with me and I with her everyday from a distance. Faith is what I will always carry with me and continue to build upon everyday. Faith over Fear no matter what. I love you Holli babe ❤️ D
I first happened on this post when only 4 comments had been made. After reading all the way through I felt concern there was only 4 comments and then pressure to add another but to think it through to make it more meaningful. When I came back today I found there are now almost 1000 comments, which was gratifying to see. After pondering more I realized I put too many things off because they are “hard” but nothing worth mentioning. I am inspired by your lack of complaining amidst heavy trials. So I am endeavoring to follow your example by complaining less (in my head and out loud) about my paltry tasks and not procrastinating or avoiding them. You have a beautiful family, I hope your pain is not so great that they can’t still give you lots of hugs and soak up every minute together. And Mel, one of the hardest things is watching a loved one struggle with no way to ease the suffering…I hope these comments bring some comfort to you both.
I have been procrastinate writing a segment on God’s true nature and when we understand that, feeling our worth is so much easier because we know how much He truly loves us. I’ve been putting this off for a long time. I’ve had numerous experiences nudging me to write this book. I’ve started, but stalled with fear even though I feel God’s hand guiding me, pushing me and helping me. Holli, you can fight cancer with God. I can write a book with God about how our worth is there – despite cancer, despite insecurities, despite fear. Thank you for this post Mel and forth the pounds you’ve given me in delicious food. And Holli, May God grant you peace and His love and security at this time that you might have the confidence you have always had in facing your future. Love you both!!
I’m so so very grateful we made pizza last night because it led me to your sight and to this post. Please tell Hollie she is not alone, sounds like she knows that, but also that she is strong and can do all things with the help of the Lord. I have a new, very minor health issue. I have been complaining and not a trooper. This post hit me in the face and answered my prayers. I ask to be a better mother every day and being so tired makes that hard. Hearing about Hollie’s strength and dedication made me realize that I can be that way too especially since my suffering is so so minimal in comparison (I know, comparison is dangerous, but in this case it has helped me) I was able to be cheerful and fun with my kids despite how I was feeling and it was a huge blessing. Now I know I can still be a good mom despite the way I feel. Thank you Mel and thank you Hollie. May I also suggest, I’m taking a huge leap in assumption so forgive me if I’m wrong, take time to read about the ‘wintry doctrine’ as he calls it from Neal A. Maxwell. He refers to it in a few talks and books, but I bet a quick Google search will bring something up. Bruce Hafen also speaks of it. Love to you both and prayers all around.
Sending love and gratitude to you and your dear friend, Holli. I often get caught up in my outward appearance and feel negatively about my body. It’s so easy to hate on our bodies and how we look. Today I will remember Holli as inspiration to love my body, to love myself and to have gratitude for the healthy, strong body I am blessed to have. I will remember Holli as I make choices to exercise, not because it will help me look better, but as an act of self love and appreciation for my body. Thank you for helping me remember how blessed I am. I hope you can feel peace and love through these messages
I read this post yesterday morning and have not stopped thinking about it. My heart goes out to Holli and her entire family. I pray they will feel peace and love amidst such incredible heartache. In honor of Holli, I will call my Grandma. She is my last remaining grandparent, and while I love her dearly, phone calls with her take a long time! But, without fail, everything time I finish a phone call with her, my mouth hurts from smiling and laughing so much. She has a quick wit, and a realistic, but optimistic way of looking at life and it always fills my soul. Thank you for reminding me to take time for the things that matter most.
Thank you, Holli, for your courage. My burdens are inconsequential compared to yours and I will stop dwelling on them and know that the Lord has it all handled in His way and time. You will be in my prayers, as will your husband and children. May God bless you abundantly
Mel, thank you for sharing Holli’s story. Holli, please know that I am praying. I, too, have suffered through intense infertility and it’s nearly crippled me. Reading your story and all that you’ve been through has made me realize that I need to show the same kind of strength- not because I have it in me, but because Christ has the strength and He wants me to be strong. I am praying for you and for your family. What an example you are leading!
I hate doctors! Yesterday I sucked it up and called to make a dermatology appointment because if Holli can go through all she is with a smile and good attitude then I can do this stupid thing that needs to be done for my health.
BeStrongForHolli. Beautiful words Mel for a beautiful woman. I will finally put pen to paper and record all of the tender mercies that I have experienced over the past 3 plus years with my husband’s health issues and his eventual, miraculous double lung transplant over 7 months ago. He loves cycling and he is trying to make a cyclist of me. Every day he invites me on a bike ride up and down the hills of our neighborhood. I want to find a reason to say no (I am a reticent cyclist) but I am so grateful for another day with him by my side. I love you Holli. You and yours are in our prayers.
Thank you for this beautiful challenge! I will wake up at 5:00am with my husband to exercise and I will be positive doing it. I will also commit to keeping a daily gratitude journal so I can better see the blessings I take for granted. Holli you are an inspiration and I will also be fasting for you and your family on Sunday!
Mel – I read your post and immediately thought, “Yeah! An influencer who is influencing others to fill the world with more good.” Thank you. (Also, I saw my cute college roommate, Amy, sporting an apron on your new site and wondered if you could tell her she looks even more darling now?)
Holli – I am going to start categorizing joy as a ‘need’ instead of a ‘want.’ You don’t know me, but you have brought inspiration into my life. I prayer for hope and healing for you and your family.
Holli,
You have inspired me to appreciative of all the blessings in my life. My goal is to have my first thoughts every morning to be giving praise and thanks to God. Thank you for this gift. My prayers are with you.
Hi Mel and Holli, I’ve been thinking a lot about what to do with a desire that doesn’t appear to be God’s desire. My husband and I are on that infertility path–so familiar to so many people. Two of our babies went to heaven before we had a chance to hold them. I’ve felt so low. I needed this invitation to see God’s grace around me which is rich and astounding. Oh my God, can I trade this desire for Holli’s? Can I trade all my prayers for her prayer? Is it possible for my heart so far and so small and so weak to sing in unison with these sisters I’ve never met? Only Jesus. Only Jesus. Only Jesus
Sweetest Holli,
I just completed breast cancer treatment last year. And I still need these reminders from you and Mel. I commit to squeezing my family extra today, tacking the challenges that aren’t really challenges, and finding gratitude in every circumstance.
Sending love and strength,
Kate
Today I will give someone the benefit of the doubt. I will assume they have the best intentions. I will give them the grace that the Savior gives me. I will do it because I have been touched by Holli’s own grace and dignity and want to pay that forward. From the other side of town – love and prayers to you Holli! -Lori Bishop
Love you both…so much! Because of Holli and this post I have made a greater effort to be thankful for and recognize all the little things I get to do everyday. Especially the things I don’t necessarily love…laundry, diaper changing, exercise
This is absolutely beautiful, Mel. Holli, I felt inspired reading about who you are and all the things you have and are facing in your amazing life but what got the tears coming out of my eyeballs was when I got to the comments and there were 860+ messages from people everywhere who were equally inspired and uplifted. Holli, your story has helped a load of people you don’t even know want to be better and do more good in the world and recognize and remember the beauties of their own life. I have much to improve on in all aspects of life but will be working to organize my time better in order to spend more meaningful quality time with my children. I wish you the best and I pray for comfort and peace from Heavenly Father to you and your family. God bless.
Prayers for Holli and her family! How has a purpose and reason-but gosh it is hard at times!
I will embrace each day more-be more productive and embrace those hard moments-driving with my daughter who is learning to drive, helping my other daughter with schooling and snuggling and loving my two year old more when she is hard to put to bed.
God is good-and one day this will all make sense and be worth it! ❤️
I will take my medication. Smile. Look each of my children in the eye and tell them I love them while giving them a long hug. I will also clean my house from top to bottom while my kids are at school instead of sitting on the couch reading a book or scrolling Instagram. Because a clean house makes me happy and right now I’m overwhelmed and depressed. I will think of you, Holli. Grateful for you, Mel. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping me strengthen myself and family through Holli. Bless both of you.
What a hard struggle to endure. I’m often blown away at what others go through in this life and am amazed at their goodness and strength through it all . Prayers for your friend and her family. Sounds like she’s surrounded by good people to help her. I added her name to our temple prayer roll and hope she’ll feel uplifted and strengthened during this time.
Holli,
YOu got this! Keep the faith. Heavenly Father will guide you. You’re amazing. Tell Mel I will do the one thing that I dislike the most for you… go without food. I’ll be fasting for you this Sunday Feb 7. You’ll feel the power, I just know it.
Jesus said he would come forth in the resurrection, but he has to go to his rest like all human beings. But until that time comes, let’s not be cheated out of life, for service for God, ’cause it’s Satan’s business to cheat you out of it. Yes, sir. But God is El Shaddai (Amen.), the strong One, the breasted God. The Nurse, the—the Giver of strength to His sick children, when His children gets sick.
60-0802
William Branham
Heavenly Father, In the name of Your Son Jesus, I ask for healing for Holli. For total relief from the pain. You are able. Anything is possible with You. But if that is not Your will, continue to strengthen and embolden her spirit. Let Your love penetrate every cell of her body so she feels nothing but You.
Oh my heck. my BeStrongForHolli goal is to forgive easily. I am going to let go of hurt. I am going hug my children for 8 seconds everyday. I’m going to be more intentional with my time.
Holli, what an amazing person you are, one of those people that I would love to know because they make you want to be a better person. Thank you for making me more grateful. Thank you for having trust in Jesus. Thank you for the example you set in voicing that trust. I will keep you and your beautiful family in my thoughts.
In honor of your amazing friend Holli, I will intentionally go about doing my household chores with a grateful heart and celebrate my able body. I will never clean my house again without thinking of her. Thank you for your post, Mel. Prayers for Holli and her family- ❤️