One of the most vivid ways that God describes the church is the body. In Romans 12, Paul says that God brings believers together and makes them interdependent on one another. And when the Body of Christ is healthy, it's a beautiful thing to witness. When one part of the Body is hurting, the rest of the Body responds to provide healing.
Romans 12:12-15 - Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. We have had front row seats to the beauty and grace of God through His people. We have seen these verses lived out on our behalf as we have been hurting. We have received countless texts, emails, and phone calls from people who have encouraged us to remain focused on our hope in Christ through this process, who have patiently and faithfully prayed on our behalf, who have blessed our family in practical ways, and who have mourned with us through these last few months. We have been touched and humbled by the outpouring of prayer from our community and from those that are a part of the 24 hour prayer for Katie. And what's amazing to hear is that this has extended well beyond our church home, River Ridge. We're hearing from people from across the country who are praying for us and with us. That's the Body of Christ in all its splendor, and we are so blessed to be a part of it. The last several days have been a true gift from God. We were able to celebrate Daniel's 4th birthday at the Ronald McDonald House and then went to Kings Island for the evening with aunts, uncles and cousins. On Sunday, we were able to go to church together as a family for the first time since April! That was a real joy! Katie finished up her radiation treatments on Monday. The treatment plan has changed a little. For the present time, they are going to hold off on the more focused proton radiation so as to avoid over-radiating her lungs. It's still really early in the treatment, but the most recent scan showed that there was some response to the first dose of immunotherapy, so she has received her second dose and they have been monitoring her the last couple of days. She has continued to grow stronger each day (even went to a Train concert on Tuesday). And here's the news we've all been waiting for ... if she's still looking good at her next clinic appointment, she can COME HOME later this week!! We'll continue to go up for weekly appointments and clinic visits, but this is a huge answer to prayer - to be together as a family again! We have been surrounded by prayer warriors and we are so thankful for those that are praying for Katie night and day. A few specific prayer requests: 1. That her next clinic appointment goes smoothly and she can finally come home. 2. Continued weight gain and strength gain in the coming days and weeks. 3. That the immunotherapy would be effective in wiping out the cancer. Thank you to all who have journeyed with us so far, and I hope that you can rejoice as we rejoice in these gifts that God has given us. In Christ Alone, The Cobb 7
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samantha craig
7/9/2017 09:04:12 am
Praise God for improvements and for all of you to be home!!! Continued prayers for improving health and for strength. Much love-the Craigs
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Miranda Young
6/28/2017 11:56:53 pm
Continued prayers for you all! Especially praying for continued strength and improvement for Katie, that she will be able to come home and that the cancer will be wiped out!
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6/29/2017 12:30:37 am
I know she still has much to deal with, but I am overjoyed with so much happiness for Katie, and her family that stick together like glue. Mostly I praise our almighty God and his goodness and mercy. Thank you Jesus for your continued comfort, support, and haling for Katie. Jesus Name Amen
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Stacy Santen
6/29/2017 12:34:09 am
Rejoicing indeed! We're in the middle of the bush in central Kenya but God gave us a blip of Wifi just so we could see this and rejoice with you! Praying very expectantly for HOME for you all.
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Tracey and Ralph Higginbotham
6/29/2017 03:11:04 am
We are praying for Katie to have total healing from head to toe of her body from cancer in the Name of Jesus.We are also praying that she will gain weight, Strength and stamina in her muscles,bones and no damage to any other organs in her body in the name of Jesus. We pray
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John
6/29/2017 03:23:33 am
Love this report and love you all Cobb 7! Up and preparing for prayer now!
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Susie Cunningham
6/29/2017 06:34:00 am
Thank you Lord for the answered prayers! Continued prayers for Katie!
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Sherry McClure
6/29/2017 06:56:18 am
Praying for you Katie and your family
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Jane Hoover
6/29/2017 07:23:01 am
Happy tears for you. It's the word "home" that got me. I'm praying that can happen this week. I'm excited for Katie to finally see her room makeover!
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Mike and Tammy Lawrence
6/29/2017 07:25:20 am
Praying for you all always.
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Phyllis Chancey
6/29/2017 07:26:48 am
Many prayers for your sweet family!
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Terri Goddard
6/29/2017 07:31:37 am
We know God is hearing the prayers of so many, who continue to lift up Katie and your entire family. Praying for a great report from her clinic appointment.
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Laura Tuel
6/29/2017 07:58:04 am
We won't stop praying!!
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Carrol and Louis Cushman
6/29/2017 08:27:41 am
How Great Is OuR God. I got through the first few sentences and just bawled. I'm still crying lol. What a glorious update and so many more prayers of healing coming from us. You guys are loved more than you'll ever know and have impacted our family in so many ways. Glory be to God and Katie you've got this!!!!
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Joe &Jackie Sweeley
6/29/2017 08:32:09 am
Praise the Lord for His goodness and mercy! We are continuing to pray for total healing and restoration in Katie's body and spirit! We are praying for strength and courage for the entire family!
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Darlene Geyer
6/29/2017 09:39:51 am
My eyes are leaking as I read this. May Katie have continued blessings upon blessings of healing.
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Terry & Cathy McWatters
6/29/2017 09:44:44 am
Praise God for the good news about Katie. We thank God for answered prayers. We are praying for a good Clinic report & for healing so Katie can come home! Continued prayers for the entire Cobb family & especially for strength, comfort & peace.
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Whitney Cox
6/29/2017 10:38:49 am
Continuing to pray that the immunotherapy is effective! I'm so glad you were able to enjoy time as a family! Praying and hoping she can come home. 💜
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Patty Tabor
6/29/2017 10:41:59 am
Hallelujah! Wonderful news for your family. We are rejoicing with you and praying for continued progress for Katie.
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Laura Cunningham
6/29/2017 11:21:37 am
So happy to hear some encouraging news. Hope you are all home soon. Continued prayers for you all! Love you!
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Tim n Bev
6/29/2017 12:32:28 pm
That is wonderful news! We hope and pray for all those things and a successful and rapid homecoming! Sending much love your way! ✝️🙏⛪️✝️🙏🙏
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Beth Kutcher
6/29/2017 02:41:55 pm
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you Jesus!
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Lara Donahoe
6/29/2017 03:14:39 pm
Praying, hurting, hoping, believing, rejoicing with all of you! Schoch and I will definitely continue to lift Katie up in prayer along with all of you and her care team. The Lord is faithful to His promises.... He is loving towards all He has made.
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Niki Riley
6/29/2017 03:20:41 pm
Together!! What an amazing Lord we have. I am so happy you all have had some time as a family. This makes my heart rejoice! I love seing your smiles!
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Monty Barnett
6/29/2017 04:25:56 pm
Thankful for this report! In constant prayer for you all and Katie's total and complete healing! Love you all!
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Sharon
6/29/2017 05:43:50 pm
I am so so happy to hear this. God is on the move! God says, "where two or three are gathered in my name, ask what he will and it shall be done" PRAISE THE LORD for His awesome love, grace, and. Mercy
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Diane Lett
6/29/2017 05:47:16 pm
These pictures are precious and make my heart so happy! Praying for a return to your home sweet home. 💕💕
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Missy Smith
6/29/2017 05:47:55 pm
How exciting for all of you! Still praying for Katie's healing, wisdom for you and her doctors, and strength for all of you as you continue to fight this battle! I look forward to getting to meet your family when you get back to River Ridge!
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Dea
6/29/2017 06:10:09 pm
You dont know me, I found about your family through a friend. I have been praying for your family and this is awesome news. God is so good 😊 and I am so happy for you!
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Jerri Rees
6/29/2017 07:02:01 pm
Such great news! Continued prayers for complete and
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Lexi
6/29/2017 10:02:57 pm
Praying that she can come home!!💜💜
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Sam and Amy Preston
6/29/2017 11:22:11 pm
Wonderful news and so thankful Katie is home!!! Continuing to pray and I love her smile on her home photo. God has big plans for Miss Katie. I'm blessed to know how she has touched so many through this trial. Praise the Lord!
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Charlie and Deloris
6/30/2017 11:38:57 am
Praise God for these improvements. We will keep praying for more days like this ahead and Katie's comeback!
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6/30/2017 02:07:21 pm
Praise God!!! Katie is coming home! Praying for continued healing.
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Tresea
7/6/2017 04:19:17 pm
Is Katie doing good
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Jacqueline
7/11/2017 08:53:17 am
Praying for Katie, for healing and strength !
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