KevinesKay
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Post by KevinesKay on Dec 12, 2015 22:52:54 GMT -7
Hello everyone,
As many of you know, our oldest son is in his sophomore year at college. Well, as we were preparing for him to come home from the holidays, we received a call from my son a couple of nights ago. The fact that the call was after midnight wasn't a good sign.
He's making a decision to not go back to college next semester. He needs a break. He's been struggling with maintaining his grades and managing his life while away. So late last night, we drove over and moved out all of his things. He's never been a good student. So I was concerned that this might happen. But I wanted to do everything I could to help support this dream of his. And although he wants to take courses at the local community college, this news sure has been a downer for us. My wife wants so bad for him to continue college and graduate. This is hard for her.
I'm having faith that God will instill vision and direction for my son. He has a job at Kohl's and he's a hard worker, and I'm proud of him for that. But I would appreciate prayers. Pray that he won't get discouraged. Thank you.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 6:00:23 GMT -7
Father God please strengthen Kevin and Iris during this transition in their son's life. Give them the wisdom needed to help counsel and guide their son. Please Lord also strengthen their son. Give him the courage to move forward and guide him Lord. Show him the path he is to take and remind him of Your love for him. In Christ's name I pray.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 13, 2015 18:32:37 GMT -7
Father in heaven,
How great you are and how wonderful are your ways. Forever you were, forever you are, and forever your going to be. Father in this life we have been promised trouble and for some it may be more than others. Lord We pray for Kevin and his family situation. You know how tough it is for him as a father and as a man. We are prone by our nature to want to fix things, especially with our children. Our great love compells us in that direction. Father I'm asking you to look at this family and do whatever you deem necessary. We don't understand, we are often left confused by things, our hearts melt within us and our hands hang limp in despair. But we have hope in You and the faith to k now that You see and You care. Tonight bring peace to Kevin's heart and a calmness to his family because of his peace; that peace You will give him. May he not struggle, strengthen his faith and his reliance on You. I place all this before Your heavenly throne by the power of my Savior Jesus the Christ. Amen!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2015 6:12:45 GMT -7
Hi Kevin, I was just wondering how things are going for your son. How are you and Iris doing with all this? Still praying for you all.
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wiltingiris
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Occupation: Stay at Home schooling mom
Interests: Worship ministries, Moms ministry, Awana, Childrens church.
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Post by wiltingiris on Dec 16, 2015 8:36:26 GMT -7
I took him to the Community College yesterday and he has lack of enthusiasm seems to sleep a lot, I know he is sad. There is so much more than school; He had his first girlfriend and first heartbreak within that last week of school. He is still dealing with that loss. He picked up some forms and found out what he had to do for school but has not gotten the energy to follow through. I know this will get easier for him in time. He needed to be home among family and friends. His spiritual life has been lacking ever since he got in this bad relationship with that girl. I know it was good she is out of his life since she was physically abusive and bossy.
In his dorm he was attacked with night terrors he would see shadows and scary things. He is a sleep walker and did suffer a lot while in school.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2015 8:46:39 GMT -7
Heartbreak is always a tough one to work through even if the person was toxic and abusive. I am glad she is out of the picture. No one should be subjected to abuse. I am concerned for your son's mental well-being. Is he receiving counseling of some type of going to a group for survivors of abuse? It will take him some time to work his way through this but keep pushing him to get out and do things.
Is he currently looking at schools close to home? He is the one with autism correct? I know with my stepson Colby having a safe haven gives him security and that has enabled him to get out more and do new things.
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KevinesKay
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Occupation: Balloon Artist
Interests: weight lifting, singing, playing the guitar
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Post by KevinesKay on Dec 17, 2015 20:00:58 GMT -7
Thanks Amy, it's our other son that struggles with Asberger's. And no, our oldest son is not doing any counseling or support groups. Like many people, it takes a lot before he could make such a step.
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Please watch over our son. We don't want him to draw farther away from you. Guide him, Holy Spirit, to seek good influences in his life. And help him to keep moving forward in his life and walk with you. Help him to make healthy decisions with his life and his spirit. We pray this in Jesus' name. Thank you and amen.
Thank you for your prayers everyone.
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wiltingiris
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Occupation: Stay at Home schooling mom
Interests: Worship ministries, Moms ministry, Awana, Childrens church.
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Post by wiltingiris on Jan 8, 2016 5:04:03 GMT -7
My son Nathaniel seems to be in need of prayer again he is uncertain of his future. His college plans have come to a pause for a while. He is not sure what God wants for him. He has a friend who is also struggling with the same things. They are leaning on eachother a lot but I think the friendship he has with this boy can be distracting sometimes in a good way and sometimes in a bad way. They both have aspirations of becoming music artist. Nathaniel's major was music ministry.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2016 6:45:08 GMT -7
Lord you put a love of music in Nathaniel's heart. Point him in a way that will honor You and use his love of music. Guide him and draw him closer to You. Father give his parents wisdom to help direct and encourage their son. In Christ's name I ask. Amen
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