This morning the physiotherapist asked the doctor for permission to work with Josh which the doctor agreed to. They held Josh into a sitting position with his legs over the side of the bed. The physiotherapist moved Josh's arms up and down to do a few exercises. Josh responded to a few simple commands such as wiggling his toes and squeezing the physio's hand. She said he definitely did that well. This brought tears of joy to our eyes..
We aren't sure how much he hears or how clearly he can hear. Apparently his ear drums were ruptured due to the blast. This isn't too concerning though as they should repair.
Thank you again for all your prayers.
Love Phil and Terri and family
Praise the Lord! Love you Josh!
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Wonderful to read.
ReplyDeleteThankful for each step! Thanks for updating.
ReplyDeletePraise God.
ReplyDeleteGod is Good! So happy to hear positive news! Sending love to Josh and the family today!
ReplyDeletePraise God for good progress! Your family and Josh are in our constant prayers!
ReplyDeleteYou are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
ReplyDeleteRod and Caroline Berg
We are praying for continued healing and strength for your entire family.
ReplyDeleteMark and Jennifer Durst
Oh wow... tears of joy here... God is so great. We'll keep praying too. Love you
ReplyDeleteGod is so incredible! thanks so much for the update,
ReplyDeletelots of love and prayers!
This is Great news to hear of God's healing power with Josh. Praying for the whole family and everyone involved in Josh's care!
ReplyDeleteThanks to the Lord!!
ReplyDeletePraise God! We are holding you all up in our prayers. Much love.
ReplyDeleteSuch wonderful news! Must be so incredible to witness these positive steps in his recovery. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you all!
ReplyDeletePraise God for answered prayers! So happy to hear about Josh's progress. Continuing to hold you all in prayer. Hugs. Jim and Deb
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that Josh is responding, we will continue to keep Josh and your family in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteWillie and Nettie Van Dyk
Dear Phil & Terri and family: we were very saddened to hear of Josh's accident. Very thankful to hear of his progress and we pray to our Heavenly Father, Josh will be granted a complete recovery.
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are for you as well, that you all may be granted the strength you need, provided by our Lord to help you during this very difficult time.
Love and regards,
John and Irene VanAndel
We continue to hold Josh, your family and his care team in our prayers. May today be the first of many miracles that you will witness in his progress. Much Love, Kevin, Angie & Noah VK
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ReplyDeleteGreat news!!
We are so thankful with you that God has been holding each of you near to him and continuing to work in Josh's body to heal him!!!!!! Thank you for the update and we will continue to pray that each day brings progress and signs of recovery!!
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Uncle Phil, Aunt Terri, and the rest of the kids, we're so excited and relieved to hear that Josh has been making some progress. He's always been a fighter, that kid! We keep praying, knowing that this is all in God's hands, and it is our prayer that Josh will come to a full recovery.
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-Mike and Chantelle
We pray that our heavenly Father will give you all have strength and peace for each day. We are so happy to hear that things are progressing well.
ReplyDeleteRon and Henrietta Williams and family
So happy that Josh is responding in small ways. May God continue to work in His body and be near to all of you.
ReplyDeleteLove Dan and Teresa
Hi Phil and Terry, Cathy and I are praying for Josh and for you and your family. May the Lord be your rock during this time..please Lord touch Josh as only you can.
ReplyDeleteThankful to read this post. May God continue to provide healing for Josh and may He renew your strength and refresh your souls by His Spirit and Word. "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation. The Lord be with you all." 2 Thess. 3:16
ReplyDeleteSuch wonderful news! We are praying for all of you! Love Josh, Jill & kids. Xo
ReplyDeleteKeeping you all in our prayers! Thanking God for signs of hope....May all remain strong in Him! Blessings...Harry and Cyndy & boys
ReplyDeleteDear Terri and Phil,
ReplyDeleteI was sad to hear about Josh's accident but thank you for the updates and the progress. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family, especially Josh.
Trudy Jager
Josh and family you I'll always be in my thoughts and prayers.joshh you are a great youth leader.kepp it up without you and the other leaders I wouldn't know more about the bible and James and how am ha like don't you worry child,lie are messengers and little toy guns much love from Brady.
ReplyDeletePraise the lord the maker of everything for the good news yesterday. Love you josh and family.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord for this great news! We want you to know that you are in our hearts and prayers constantly. We as a family are petitioning our Lord, who is the Great Physician, for full and complete healing to Josh's body and for sustenance for your entire family as you lean into Him at this difficult time. May God be glorified by each baby step Josh makes on his journey to complete wellness. Love Wenda Lea and Craig Wilcox and family
ReplyDeleteOur family has all of you in in our constant prayers. I have not met Josh but I think there has rarely been a person more covered in prayer! I thought the roof might lift off HMDCS last Friday for all the prayers going up! He comes to my mind constantly and these thoughts go straight to God in prayer, for healing for him, strength for you, and wisdom for the doctors.
ReplyDeleteSo thankful to hear there is progress! You are always in our thoughts and prayers, Bob and Freda
ReplyDeleteDear Phil and Terri, We are pray for you and the family. For God's healing hands on Josh, for His guidance to the Drs and caregivers, for strength and peace to the rest of your family. May you find rest and comfort in our Lord and saviour.
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Psalms 30:1-5
I will extol you, O LORD, for you have drawn me up
and have not let my foes rejoice over me.
O LORD my God, I cried to you for help,
and you have healed me.
O LORD, you have brought up my soul from Sheol;
you restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit.
Sing praises to the LORD, O you his saints,
and give thanks to his holy name.
For his anger is but for a moment,
and his favor is for a lifetime.
Weeping may tarry for the night,
but joy comes with the morning.
Thank You, Jesus, for hearing our prayers and being Josh's healer!!!
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers, good intentions and positive vibes are with you and your family during these difficult times. Briefly meeting Josh at the McNally christmas party this year where we shared a table, I can say with certainty that Josh is a beautiful soul. Keep pushing forward Josh and show us your strength.
ReplyDeleteHenny Pfaff
Praise the Lord for the healing He is bringing Josh! Such an answer to prayers! Continued prayers for your family as you go through this trialing time. May you find comfort in knowing that God is all-powerful and ultimately in control. Thank you for the updates!
ReplyDeleteRebecca
So great to hear! We are continuing to pray for him and all of you. Trusting in God's perfect plan and miraculous healing. Thanks for the updates! Lots of love,
ReplyDeleteBrad and Laura Kooy
Excited to hear about Josh's progress, continuing to pray for his ongoing healing and your family!
ReplyDelete-Theo and Lisa
God is good. So very thankful to hear this. We continue to remember you all in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteJim and Bernice and family