Rejoicing in Will's Life
William Thomas Rainer was born February 6, 2011 t 3:31 p.m. Will went to go be with the Lord at 4:41 p.m. Jess and I were both able to hold him. Will died in our arms very peacefully (with no suffering). He was perfect in every single way, his lungs just weren't strong enough with the tumor taking over.
I became very sick in the middle of the night Saturday night. I was starting to get some of the symptoms Will had (my lungs were filling up with fluid) and my health was deteriorating fast. Sunday they decided to go ahead and take Will by c-section.
We love him and can't wait to be reunited with him in heaven one day.
We rejoice in the Lord for his life!
I continue to get better every hour and thank the Lord for holding me in his arms and keeping me safe. We have seen God orchestrate so many things and see his hand in this whole situation - what a comforting feeling.
Thank you for praying for us! We have felt embraced and can't thank everyone enough (even the hospital staff). We appreciate all the kind words and encouragement!
Rachel
11 comments:
What a wonderful testimony to Will's life. I love you Rachel and am so thankful that we live yet again in the same area of the country! With us being stay at home moms, we can have play dates and hang out a lot more often. You are such a sweet friend, and are deeply on my mind- know that tons of ppl are praying for your family and love your family.
I am so encouraged by your faith in the Lord and your perspective amidst this tragedy. I love you and I wish I was there to give you a big giant hug.
I can only echo what these girls have said, you are giving such a great testimony and witness to the faithfulness of our God through this. I am so honored to call you friend and am encouraged in my own journey to trust Him more! We love you and hope to see you soon.
Bless your heart Rachel...we've had you on our hearts for days, and will continue to pray for you and your sweet family.
How precious you got to meet your sweet little one, even if only for a short time. You guys are on our hearts and we're praying for you.
Oh Rachel.... our hearts are breaking for you and Jess. What an amazing hope we have that you will hold Will again in heaven one day. Like all of the other's have said, your perseverance and heavenly perspective are so inspiring. May you feel our Father's arms around you today and in the coming months. Sending much love to your precious family.
Mitch & Erin
I know God will give you the strength when you feel you have none. You have been on my heart and in my prayers. If you ever need to talk. I am always here.
oh Rachel what beautiful words these are and such a testimony to our Lord's healing power in the midst of such heartache. We are thinking of you and Jess and Canon and praying that our Father continues to instill his peace in you in the coming weeks!!
I am strong
All because of you
I stand in awe of
Every mountain that you move
I am changed
Yesterday is gone
I am safe
From this moment on...
And there's no fear when the night comes 'round
I'm in better hands now
It's like the sun is shining
When the rain is pourin' down
It's like my soul is flying
Though my feet are on the ground
It's like the world is silent
Though I know it isn't true
It's like the breath of Jesus
Is right here in this room
So take this heart of mine
There's no doubt... In Better Hands by Natalie Grant
I am also encouraged by your Faith and reminded of this song. You have been on my mind all day. I am so sorry that you are going through this but I know God knows why. Love you girl. Praying for you and your whole family!
I am so sorry to hear about Will. God's plans aren't always what we want but he know's what is best. He never gives us more than we can handle. I have been praying for you and your family during this time for you. You are a strong woman of God and he will get you and your family through this time. Love you and thinking of you
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