Outside the Shadow

Hello everyone, I would like to give a brief update on Tzadok. Earlier this month we had to return to St. Jude for his three month check-up. We ended up going a few weeks early because he was complaining of frequent headaches, and the MRI showed why. There was growth with the tumor, so we had to drain some fluid from the tumor to relieve pressure for our little man. He immediately felt better for which we were relieved; however, there was growth with the tumor and we learned that this could go on for several months or possibly years. We were definitely upset by this news, and bad news sometimes breeds more bad news. From there, his Cortisol (stress hormone) levels were low, so the doctors were counseling us to go ahead and start Tzadok on the synthetic hormone replacement. This news didn't sit well with us, and we were even angry because we were supposed to be finished with treatment, and the major issues were supposed to be behind us. The Father then reminded us that Tzadok is not abandoned or forsaken because we had the Cortisol levels tested again and his levels were functioning normally. This does not happen. The test results do not bounce around because when your body stops creating this hormone it never gets better. Graciously, we witnessed a miracle when Tzadok was spared from having to take this thrice daily hormone. This news rejuvenated us,  and we've been enjoying our new home since receiving it. All these events happened in the beginning of the month, but now we are seeking prayer for Tzadok again. His headaches have been steadily increasing over the last week or so, which could signal more growth with the tumor. We want to rebuke this shadow and have Tzadok's perfect health be a testament of the father's strength and will. Please stand with us, but most of all please keep Tzadok in your thoughts and prayers. He needs a well deserved break from doctors, needles, and nursers, but most of all he needs to have this tumor stop growing, so he can walk in his bright and full future that is free from shadows of doubt and fear, and are instead filled with life and praise.