A Birthday Request…
It was around this time of the year 7 years ago when my left leg started to hurt near the hip. That pain turned out to be bone cancer, which is still around right now. That’s how long it’s been. My spirit feels strong right now. In that sense, I feel really good, but as far as I know death is still in my body. I don’t think it’s ok for it to stay there as far as I’m concerned. I pray a lot about the cancer dying amongst other things. Sometimes I don’t know how to pray for myself, and at times it even feels selfish (I don’t think it actually is selfish). I haven’t directly asked a lot of people to pray for me partly because maybe that can feel selfish too at times, but I know a ton of people do pray for me, and I’m incredibly grateful for that because I know it’s a big deal.
I’m saying all of this for a reason… When people have prayed for me in person recently, it’s felt really right at this time in my life. It feels like I’m a man dying of thirst that’s getting a drink of cold water when someone’s praying for me. It’s different than all the other times in my life that people have prayed for me. I hope that makes sense even if you’ve never felt that way. I feel the war for my life a lot right now… there is no new medical information to share right now, but I feel the battle.
I hope this comes across humbly to those who read it. If it doesn’t, or if it seems wrong of me to you, then please disregard this… My birthday is coming up in less than a week (November 19). I don’t normally advertise that either, but I’m asking you for something for my birthday. Will you pray for me? I made a request at the end of the previous blog post for prayer, but I thought I should do this again in this way. I value the prayers of people more than any other thing (truly truly). Will you pray for me for at least 15 minutes on my birthday? Please pray much more if you want, and I’d appreciate it a ton if you’d pray on days other than my birthday. I don’t think I’m asking this out of fear for my life… I don’t want to do things just because I’m scared. I’m not saying I’m never scared, but I’m making this request because I feel like I need to ask even though it’s an uncomfortable thing for me to do. I don’t pretend to fully understand prayer or how or why it works, but I know it does… and I feel like I need to ask people to pray for my life and against death. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you…
Praying for you <3
We will be praying. Especially on your birthday. We love you and value you in our lives. Keep Running!
Yes, Lee, I will pray. Happy Birthday as well.
It will be the best birthday gift we have ever given anyone. You are in our prayers, but we will pray even harder on the day that God graced us with the gift of your life. Stay Strong and we love you
Dan and Rene’
i always am, wish we shared a wall again
This is Adriane. I will be praying. Love you.
Praying isn’t an option. Which meat to smoke for thanksgiving is. I will be praying! Stay focused and keep the vision before your eyes! May you continue to burn fervently
You should come with all your friends to stay at my house for Onething08. Then we can pray over you and anoint you with oil from K.C.
Lee, my family and I will pray for you! In the midst of your trial, your honesty and heart for God is amazing. May God strengthen you out of His glorious riches with power in your inner most being. May Christ dwell in you more and more. May your life be a blazing display of the goodness and glory of Jesus.
We have been praying for you and have placed your birthday request on two prayer chains. Continue to war with your prophecies and hold on to the promises of God and not the prognsis of man. You are a light that reflects the brightness of Jesus Christ!
Hey everyone,
We are going to be starting a 24 hour around-the-clock time of prayer for Lee at midnight tonight (Wednesday, November 19). I will be posting the times that have been filled on Lee’s blog as a reply under “birthday request.” If you would like to get involved please email me a time you can pray at sballjr@aol.com. Thank you!! God Bless
Slots filled so far….
Doug Caggiano: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Hi Lee, I am praying for you and wishing you a God-filled birthday. If your in the area, stop in the store on Tuesdays.
Slots filled so far….
Doug Caggiano: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Ethan Hill: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 3:30 – 4:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 1:00 – 2:00 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 3:30 – 4:00 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 4:00 – 5:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
For all other times not filled throughout the night a pastor in Ellwood is praying as well as people at the 24-7 prayer room in Kansas City!
Alissa Umbs: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
SO I just worte this sweet reply and then the computer went crazy. I thought i had copied it but I’m not sure what happened. User error I guess. I just wanted to let you know that you are amazing. You’re amazing because you serve an amazing God. One who is Life. He is breathing life into you. Take deep breaths. Slow but steady, allowing Him and His life to completely infiltrate your body, mind, and soul. Let peace flow over you. I just kind of see you in a river. You’re sitting in it. Winds are blowing around you (LIFE), water is flowing around and over you (PEACE), and there is a steady, gentle rain falling(HEALING). Not sure what to do with that except continue to press in and pray. Happy Birthday my friend. Love ya
Lee, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You are always in my thoughts and prayers. (today is my birthday too!!) Call me when you get the chance. 786-312-6488 Love and Prayers Gary Ross
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 1:00 – 2:00 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 3:30 – 4:00 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 4:00 a.m. – 4
Jeremiah Bouchard: 4:00 – 5:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
For all other times not filled throughout the night a pastor in Ellwood is praying as well as people at the 24-7 prayer room in Kansas City!
Alissa Umbs: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Rudy K: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 11:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Jaimie White: 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Jaimie White: 10:00 – 11:00 p.m.
We are praying and will continue to pray the Word of God that says “by His stripes you are healed..NO weapon will prosper!”
We love you , Doug and Esther
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 1:00 – 2:00 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 3:30 – 4:00 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 4:00 – 4:15 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 4:00 – 5:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
For all other times not filled throughout the night a pastor in Ellwood is praying as well as people at the 24-7 prayer room in Kansas City!
Alissa Umbs: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Rudy K: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 11:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Craig Cole: 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Michele Fulena: 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Mandi Schenley: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Jaimie White: 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Mark and Alicia Smith and Family: 4:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Sharon Cole: 7:00 – 7:15 p.m.
Jaimie White: 10:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Happy Birthday Lee! I am definitely praying for you today and every day. Hope you’re having a great birthday!
I’m praying for you, Lee – in song even! I’m sure this is not how you hoped to spend your birthday, but i do hope all of your “birthday presents” were a joy and encouragement to you. Thank you for the gift you are to all of us who love you!
Slots filled so far….
Larry Cole: 11:50 – 12:10 a.m.
Doug Caggiano, Adriane McKoy, Elana: 12:00 – 12:30 a.m.
Amy McKoy: 12:45 – 1:15 a.m.
Alissa Umbs and Doug Caggiano: 12:30- 1:00 a.m.
Billy Wansitler: 1:00 – 1:20 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 1:00 – 2:00 a.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:20 – 2:30 a.m.
Alissa Umbs: 3:30 – 4:00 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 4:00 – 4:15 a.m.
Jeremiah Bouchard: 4:00 – 5:00 a.m.
Cynthia Antinossi: 12:00 – 6 a.m.
For all other times not filled throughout the night a pastor in Ellwood is praying as well as people at the 24-7 prayer room in Kansas City!
Alissa Umbs: 7:00 – 7:30 a.m.
Ethan Hill, Mr. and Mrs. McKoy (Brad’s parents): 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Erik: 9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Elana: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Rudy K: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Nick Manzo: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Rose DeChant: 11:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Craig Cole: 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Michele Fulena: 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.
Chrissy Cole: 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Mandi Schenley: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Jaimie White: 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Mark and Alicia Smith and Family: 4:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Sharon Cole: 7:00 – 7:15 p.m.
Taylor Sparta: 9:30 -10:00 p.m.
Jaimie White: 10:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Adriane McKoy: 11:30 – midnight
hey birthday boy you have been on my heart, in my thoughts, & in my prayers all day.
happy birthdaay:)
i’ll keep praying for you
We are always praying. We also put you on our prayer chain and our church prayed for you Wednesday especially
. Remember: Romans 8:38. We love ya!