Update for Praying Friends Regarding Larry's Health

December 30, 2009 by Paul Chappell
Monday morning, December 28th, our oldest son Larry underwent an extensive surgery which succesfully removed cancerous lymphnodes from
his body. Larry has experienced extreme pain the first few days after surgery, but the grace of God is very evident in his life. His wife Ashley has been a picture of love and grace as she has
ministered to him.
While we are now awaiting pathology reports and recommendations for follow up treatment, we appreciate and need your prayers for continued grace, complete healing and wisdom.
Our doctors are positive in their comments about Larrys prognosis, and we continue to put our trust in God our creator and sustainer. (Psalm 71:5)
Terrie and I are spending this week at a hotel near the hospital here in Hollywood.  Our family has been here, along with Ashleys parents since Sunday. Brother David Gibbs has been with us at the hospital all week, and a few pastors have come by to pray.
Our staff is doing an incredible job with the many responsibilities at LBC and ministries. The church has many helpers, but Larry has only one father, and I am honored to be with him.
Please pray for his pain to subside, and for God to raise him up an use him mightily. Larry is a true man of God, and he is extremely grateful for your prayers.

Monday morning, December 28th, our oldest son Larry underwent an extensive surgery which succesfully removed cancerous lymphnodes from his body. Larry has experienced extreme pain the first few days after surgery, but the grace of God is very evident in his life. His wife Ashley has been a picture of love and grace as she has  ministered to him.

While we are now awaiting pathology reports and recommendations for follow up treatment, we appreciate and need your prayers for continued grace, complete healing and wisdom.

Our doctors are positive in their comments about Larrys prognosis, and we continue to put our trust in God our creator and sustainer. (Psalm 71:5)

Terrie and I are spending this week at a hotel near the hospital here in Hollywood.  Our family has been here, along with Ashleys parents since Sunday. Brother David Gibbs has been with us at the hospital all week, and a few pastors have come by to pray.

Our staff is doing an incredible job with the many responsibilities at LBC and ministries. The church has many helpers, but Larry has only one father, and I am honored to be with him.

Please pray for his pain to subside, and for God to raise him up and use him mightily. Larry is a true man of God, and he is extremely grateful for your prayers.

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  3. Coming Home from Hospital
  4. Larry’s First Sermon Since Cancer
  5. A Praying Grandmother

124 Comments »

  1. We have been praying here at Anchor Baptist in Burnaby, BC. Asking God for complete healing.

    Comment by Ben Turner — December 30, 2009 @ 12:05 pm

  2. We have been and will continue to pray. Thank you for the continued updates.

    Comment by Jeremy Stalnecker — December 30, 2009 @ 12:18 pm

  3. Pastor,

    Larry and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers.

    Comment by Melodie Shaw — December 30, 2009 @ 12:19 pm

  4. We continue to offer up our prayers and best wishes for Larry and the entire family. There are so many people whose lives you and your family have affected that you will never know.

    God Bless you and your family,

    P.S. Bravo! For being there for your family! What a great example.

    Comment by Pastor Frank McClure — December 30, 2009 @ 12:20 pm

  5. Praying for you family at this time. May God sustain through this most difficult trial.

    Comment by Pastor Jeffrey E. Ables — December 30, 2009 @ 12:21 pm

  6. Thank you for the update on Bro. Larry’s progress. We are praying and thank God for the good outcome of the surgery. We pray the pain will ease up soon.

    Comment by Joey Watt — December 30, 2009 @ 12:23 pm

  7. We are praying for Bro. Larry and rejoice in the news sent so far. We will pray that his pain will soon be eased.

    Comment by Joey Watt — December 30, 2009 @ 12:25 pm

  8. Dear Chappell Family,
    My family and I, and our church family, have been praying daily for Larry. Being the mom of one son myself, my heart is especially heavy for Teri. I pray that the Lord will bring complete healing to your son and use this time to bring your whole family closer to Him and to each other.
    Becky Scheidbach
    Psalm 50:15

    Comment by Becky Scheidbach — December 30, 2009 @ 12:26 pm

  9. We will continue to pray for full healing.

    Comment by Raymond Wicks — December 30, 2009 @ 12:28 pm

  10. Thank you for the update, and please know that we certainly will continue in earnest, fervent prayer for Larry and all the family.

    Comment by Jerry Scheidbach — December 30, 2009 @ 12:30 pm

  11. We are praying for your son, Brother Chappell. May the Lord’s grace be plentiful in your life and in your family’s life.

    Comment by Luba Afanasyev — December 30, 2009 @ 12:56 pm

  12. Our Dear Friends,

    We continue to hold Larry up before the Lord. Our God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think. Many here in Germany are praying. We love you and wait before the Lord with you.

    Love in Christ,

    Bro. Tom and Dottie

    Comment by Tom and Dottie Lancaster — December 30, 2009 @ 1:03 pm

  13. Dear Pastor Thank you for the updates. We will continue to fervently pray for Larry, Ashley and your entire Family. May God give you the grace you need during this trial. We will especially pray for Larry’s pain.

    In Christ
    Wael & Rebecca Elmaksoud

    Comment by Wael & Rebecca Elmaksoud — December 30, 2009 @ 1:19 pm

  14. We are praying for him and all involved. May the Lord uphold you and give you grace.

    Comment by Brian Nibbe — December 30, 2009 @ 1:20 pm

  15. We continue to pray for God’s comfort, grace and complete healing.

    PS. 61:2

    Comment by Pastor Roy Delia — December 30, 2009 @ 1:31 pm

  16. Praying for all of you tonight as our church meets for prayer.

    Comment by Pastor Danny Mundy — December 30, 2009 @ 1:32 pm

  17. We continue to pray for God’s grace, healing and comfort. Thank you for keeping us updated.
    PS. 61:2

    Comment by Pastor Roy Delia — December 30, 2009 @ 1:34 pm

  18. We continue to pray for all of you.

    Comment by Pat Carr — December 30, 2009 @ 1:37 pm

  19. We firmly believe this trial will be over successfully for Larry and all of you family members.We keep you in our hearts.

    Comment by JoAnne and Jim Gilley — December 30, 2009 @ 2:12 pm

  20. Pastor,

    The Brunner family holds Larry up in prayer many times a day.
    We will pray for his pain and complete healing. Thank you for being an awesome example to us. Gods grace is very evident in all your lives.
    We love you all, please tell Larry we will not stop praying for him.

    Love,

    Steve & Linda Brunner

    Comment by Linda Brunner — December 30, 2009 @ 2:17 pm

  21. Pastor,
    Here on the East Coast we are praying for Larry and the family during this time. It’s great to hear that the surgery went well! We will continue to pray for his recovery.

    Love in Christ,
    Rachel Hines
    Solid Rock Baptist Church

    Comment by Rachel Hines — December 30, 2009 @ 3:23 pm

  22. Dear Pastor:
    Me and my family (in Venezuela) are praying for your family and specially for Larry, that God will show His power and grace in his life.

    Comment by Becky Páez — December 30, 2009 @ 3:30 pm

  23. Dear Pastor and family,
    I am in much prayer for Larry, please let him
    know how much we love him.
    God is truly using Larry for great things.
    With Love to you all
    Ginger

    Comment by Ginger Brown — December 30, 2009 @ 3:45 pm

  24. Please know that we are praying for Larry here at Lighthouse Baptist church in Amsterdam. We appreciate you folks and all you do for the Lord.

    Comment by Stan & Brenda Kamps — December 30, 2009 @ 3:57 pm

  25. Dear Larry and Ashley,

    We are praying for you and your families! Get well soon!

    The Hocker’s
    Anchor Baptist Church

    Comment by Neil Hocker — December 30, 2009 @ 4:17 pm

  26. We love you and we are praying for you

    Comment by The Teis Family — December 30, 2009 @ 4:58 pm

  27. Dear Paul, I’m not sure if you remember me from United Baptist but I want you to know my prayers are with you and the whole family. I’m so sorry your son has to go through this but I also know God is a Loving God and will be with Larry all the way through this. I’m praying Paul and Larry also has wonderful parents. Christy Forkade Wall

    Comment by Christy Forkade Walls — December 30, 2009 @ 7:28 pm

  28. Sorry paul I ment Teri

    Comment by Christy Forkade Walls — December 30, 2009 @ 7:29 pm

  29. Pastor Chappell, thanks for the update. I want to let you know that we have been praying for Bro. Larry and your family here in the Bay.

    God bless.

    Comment by Justin Fong — December 30, 2009 @ 8:07 pm

  30. How appropriate are such Scriptures as Psa. 107-we are calling on our Lord again in our troubles and will again see our Deliverer work on your behalf that we may all be able to praise Him and to give Him glory for what He has done and will do!
    We love you and thank God for your godly example to us as a family in adversity.
    Pastor and Mrs. Dave Smith

    Comment by Pastor and Mrs. David Smith — December 30, 2009 @ 8:17 pm

  31. Have been and will continue praying for Larry and Ashley and also for you and Terri and the family through this time. God is always good and working all things for our good and His glory, though we may not fully understand at times just why.

    Love you all….Tim

    Comment by Tim Blankenship — December 30, 2009 @ 10:15 pm

  32. Pastor and family,
    Fran, Julee & I are praying for Bro. Chappell, for you pastor and your family several times a day. We are praying that Bro. Chappell’s pain will subside, and for a speedy and complete recovery.
    I believe God is using these trials to teach the church members how to love and pray for their pastor and his family. They see your family having trials like any one else and this draws our church closer to your family.

    Thank you for teaching us to pray for each other and especially for you and your family We thank you for the example you have been in our lives
    We love you and will continue to pray for you, your family and especially Bro. Chappell.

    Comment by Bill, Fran & Julee — December 30, 2009 @ 11:33 pm

  33. Dear Pastor and Mrs. Chappell,

    We are praying for Larry and for you that God will give HIS Special Grace for you at this hour in your lives.

    Comment by Bro. and Mrs. Craft — December 31, 2009 @ 12:01 am

  34. Continuing to pray for Larry, Ashley, and all of your family Pastor Chappell! Please let me know if there is anything that you need!

    Comment by Andrew Garcia — December 31, 2009 @ 12:38 am

  35. We continue to pray for Larry and Ashley as well as you and your family and church at this time. It is wonderful to be able to rest in the hands of a loving creator God Who does all things well. May He sustain and strengthen you.

    Comment by Ralph and Janet Burchell — December 31, 2009 @ 3:21 am

  36. Since I first heard about Larry’s cancer, I have not ceased praying for him. I will continue to do so. I am looking forward to the day when the Lord destroys cancer once and for all.

    Comment by Ray V. Farrell — December 31, 2009 @ 4:59 am

  37. Continuing to pray for brother Larry at both the Bible Broadcasting Network and Laurel Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC. Asking the Lord for a quick recovery. God bless!

    Comment by Timothy Dane Young — December 31, 2009 @ 5:41 am

  38. Pastor Chappell…agreeing w/ you in prayer for Larry that his pain would indeed subside and that our Saviour would raise him up and use him mightily in the days, months, and years to come!

    Grace and peace,
    Richard

    Comment by Richard Anderson — December 31, 2009 @ 7:34 am

  39. Dear Pastor Chappell & Mrs. Terrie,
    We are praying for God’s hand of deliverence over Larry and this disease. We love having a God of miracles and of hope. We pray this new year will bring complete healing for Larry. Jeremy attends WCBC and had the opportunity to preach at his home church, South Haven Baptist, Springfield, TN. He asked everyone that night, Sunday Dec 27th to lift Larry up their prayers. We will continue in our prayers for him.
    Have a blessed day and New Year.
    Love in Christ,
    The Wright family

    Comment by Michael Wright family — December 31, 2009 @ 7:46 am

  40. Dear Preacher,
    We spent time in prayer last night at the Oak Street Baptist Church in Durand,Mi . Thank you for the update and now we can be even more specific in our praying. i do understand as my wife had 36 major operations. God bless you for staying by his side.

    Comment by Pastor Charles LaFave — December 31, 2009 @ 7:47 am

  41. This is great news. Truly an answer to prayer. My family will be praying for wisdom, grace, and healing.

    Comment by Isaac Morin — December 31, 2009 @ 8:04 am

  42. Teri and I are praying for Bro. Larry’s complete recovery and strength for the entire family during this time.
    Dave & Teri Payne

    Comment by David Payne — December 31, 2009 @ 8:10 am

  43. Dear Pastor and Family,
    I continue to pray for your entire family and especially Larry at this trying time. I am praying for his pain to cease and for comfort for Ashley and ofcourse his Mom, Dad and brothers and sisters.

    Comment by John Francis — December 31, 2009 @ 9:02 am

  44. Pastor and Family,

    We are praying for Larry and your family. We are thankful for you and love your family dearly. We are praying that Larry will recover quickly. Thank you for your godly example during this difficult time.

    Comment by Candace Johnson — December 31, 2009 @ 9:19 am

  45. Pastor,

    We thank the Lord to have you as our pastor, you are the best example as a husband, father and as our pastor. we have been praying and will continue to for Bro. Larry, for God to eased his pain and for complete healing.

    Comment by The Milinkovich Fam. — December 31, 2009 @ 10:10 am

  46. Dear Pastor, Larry and family,

    We are praying for you many times daily. We love you guys!

    The Rorrer family

    Comment by Dave Rorrer & family — December 31, 2009 @ 10:54 am

  47. We have been and will continue to pray for a quick and complete healing. We are also asking God for a cessation of pain. We are praying for all in the family that God’s wonderful grace, strength, wisdom and mercy might be your daily portion.

    \His mercy endureth forever\ (Psa. 136)

    Comment by Pastor Bob Gass — December 31, 2009 @ 11:07 am

  48. We have been praying for all of you and are grateful for the positive report thus far.

    Comment by Rick — December 31, 2009 @ 11:10 am

  49. Dear Pastor and Family,

    Please know that we here at Rio Grande Baptist Church are praying for Larry and your family.

    With love to you all,

    Claudia and Lorena

    Comment by Claudia and Lorena Quisenberry — December 31, 2009 @ 11:42 am

  50. Dear Pastor and Family,

    Please know that we are continuing to pray for total recovery for Larry’s and for strength and grace for all the family.

    God’s grace be with him for pain free recovery!

    The Cone’s

    Comment by Keith and Vivian Cone — December 31, 2009 @ 11:49 am

  51. Dear Larry and all,

    We will be praying for you and how God wants to use this time in your life. May you find comfort and rest as He watches over you.

    We love you and your family.

    God Bless,
    The McKenzies

    Comment by Dave & Kitty McKenzie — December 31, 2009 @ 11:57 am

  52. Dear Pastor We’ve just returned from our travels down South to read about Larry’s surgery results. Praise God. Now we will continue praying for his speedy recovery..
    Brother & Mrs West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:02 pm

  53. Dear Pastor We’ve just returned from our travels down South to read about Larry’s surgery results. Praise God. Now we will continue praying for his speedy recovery..
    Brother & Mrs West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:02 pm

  54. Dear Ashley, I just want to tell you that you are a wonderful Christian wife , standing by Larry in this time of his need. Just as my wife Gaylia stood by me when I had esophageal cancer. There is a special place in heaven I believe for women who take such loving care of their husbands.
    Your brother in Christ…. Robert West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:09 pm

  55. Dear Ashley, I just want to tell you that you are a wonderful Christian wife , standing by Larry in this time of his need. Just as my wife Gaylia stood by me when I had esophageal cancer. There is a special place in heaven I believe for women who take such loving care of their husbands.
    Your brother in Christ…. Robert West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:09 pm

  56. Dear Larry, As a cancer survivor myself, I want write to you and tell you that “This too shall end”. Keep your faith in the Lord. The recovery time may seem long and the pain still there for a while but it will end.
    Your Brother in Christ
    Robert E. West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:14 pm

  57. Dear Larry, As a cancer survivor myself, I want write to you and tell you that “This too shall end”. Keep your faith in the Lord. The recovery time may seem long and the pain still there for a while but it will end.
    Your Brother in Christ
    Robert E. West

    Comment by Robert & Gaylia West — December 31, 2009 @ 12:14 pm

  58. Pastor Chappell and family,
    I am grateful for the updates regarding your sons surgery. Please know I will continue to pray for your son and your family as God shows himself in this difficult situation.
    God Bless you all

    Comment by Janet Shields — December 31, 2009 @ 12:48 pm

  59. We at First Baptist Church of Colchester, IL are praying for your son, Larry.

    Comment by Pastor Dennis Clements — December 31, 2009 @ 1:09 pm

  60. Pastor
    It seems like yesterday when we were all praying for Rochelle. I do believe that I know some of the thoughts and feelings you are having right now, and I know what it is like to have someone you love in an uncertain situation. What a wonderful feeling it is, to have thousands of people praying for that person. Pastor, I’m glad that you are able to spend time with your family during this time. I also feel that we are blessed to have so many great preachers and leaders in our church that can sit in for you during times like this. Please give Larry my best.
    John Blaszczyk

    Comment by John Blaszczyk — December 31, 2009 @ 1:42 pm

  61. I continue to pray for your family and for Larry and his wife. Thank you for keeping us updated on his progress.
    From a fellow cancer survivor, I hope God continue to bless you greatly in the new year.

    Pastor Talbert
    North Woodlawn Baptist Church

    Comment by Jim Talbert — December 31, 2009 @ 4:04 pm

  62. Your family’s ministry has touched so many. We know God will honor those efforts. May He bless Larry, Ashley, and your entire family with healing, comfort, grace, and peace. Many are praying for all of you! It is a great testimony that as a busy pastor you have taken your place as a loving father to be at your son’s side!!! AWESOME EXAMPLE!!!!

    Tammy Fieseler
    Fort Worth, TX

    Comment by Tammy Fieseler — December 31, 2009 @ 7:09 pm

  63. Pastor Chappell,

    Praying for Larry’s complete recovery and God’ s grace as he journeys to that end.

    Andrew Davis

    Comment by Andrew Davis — January 1, 2010 @ 1:47 am

  64. I will be adding Larry and Ashley to my prayer list.
    God Bless and be with you all.

    Pastor Norman Jackson
    Norway Baptist Church
    Norway, Maine

    Comment by Pastor Norman Jackson — January 1, 2010 @ 3:37 am

  65. God never promised it would be easy . . . just worth it!

    Saints of Sauk Trail Baptist Temple are praying for you all.

    Comment by Bruce M. Humbert — January 1, 2010 @ 5:12 am

  66. Oh, Pastor, I had no idea! I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s illness. I logged on your website to see the new theme of the year, and found this news instead. My family and I will faithfully pray for you all.
    Your friends,
    The Woodfords
    Deposit, NY

    Comment by Cassie Stewart Woodford — January 1, 2010 @ 5:37 am

  67. We have been in prayer and have been following the reports of Larry’s progress. We continue to pray for God’s Healing, for Wisdom for the Health Care professionals that are involved, that their lives may be touched by Jesus Christ during this trial that you all are going through, and for the Lord’s Peace, Strength and Comfort for Larry and the entire family.
    In His Service,
    Eric and Debbie Lomax

    Comment by Eric and Debbie Lomax — January 1, 2010 @ 9:23 am

  68. Dear Pastor Chappell and family,

    We here at Lighthouse Baptist Church, Rockhampton AUSTRALIA, are thinking of you all and praying for you.
    Pressing On,
    Pastor Robert Bakss

    Comment by Pastor Robert Bakss — January 1, 2010 @ 4:06 pm

  69. Pastor and family,

    We are praying for Brother Larry and the family daily. We will continue in our supplication until Larry is fully recovered.
    God Bless all of you.

    The Jacques Family

    Comment by Alan W Jacques and family — January 1, 2010 @ 5:06 pm

  70. praying for Larry.
    God’s Grace and comfort for everyone.
    Couldn’t sleep this evening – thankful I heard the tweet on Jim’s phone ring.

    Comment by Janet Ballew — January 2, 2010 @ 1:42 am

  71. Our church will be praying for you all.
    God bless.

    Pastor Jackson
    Norway Baptist Church
    Norway, Maine

    Comment by Pastor Norman Jackson — January 2, 2010 @ 3:21 am

  72. Dr. Chappell, I am praying for you and your family.

    Daniel Wade
    Loganville, Ga

    Comment by Daniel Wade — January 2, 2010 @ 6:37 am

  73. continuing in prayer for Larry and drs, at hospital.
    Continued grace of God to all in the family.
    We love each of you,
    Jim and Janet Ballew

    Comment by Janet Ballew — January 2, 2010 @ 9:46 am

  74. Pastor Chappell and Family,
    Karlynn and I have been following Larry’s progress and praying for his complete and total healing, as well as the cessation of pain. We are also asking the Lord to give you and Terrie grace and comfort during this trying time.
    We love and appreciate you folks so much,
    Bob and karlynn Badger

    Comment by Bob Badger — January 2, 2010 @ 10:49 am

  75. Dear Brother Chappell,

    We are praying diligently for Larry. Larry has been on our minds constantly ever since we heard about his sickness. Everytime we pray, my mom and I always mention Larry, Ashley, and your family. Dear Chappell family, we count you as our family as dear people of the LORD. God help you through these difficult times. Our hearts go out to you. Matthew 12:50

    Comment by Charity — January 2, 2010 @ 11:42 am

  76. Dear Brother Larry, Ashley Pastor and Mrs. Chappell,

    We continue our daily prayer for a full recovery. Today we asked the Lord to take away your pain in a miraculous way. I am asking the Lord to give your lovely Ashley and your wonderful family the strength, grace and peace they need to see you through this trial. Know that your church family cares for you and your family.

    God Bless – The Cones

    Comment by Vivian Cone — January 2, 2010 @ 11:58 am

  77. We continue to pray for Bro. Larry & the Chappell family as well. May the Lord who is the Balm of Gilead work in the doctors as well. We are praying for you all.

    Bro. DeShawn Roberts & The Winning Side
    Cleveland Baptist Church

    Comment by DeShawn Roberts — January 2, 2010 @ 1:59 pm

  78. Me and my family are praying for your family, especially Larry. God’s grace is sufficient!

    Comment by Jeremy P. Wakefield — January 2, 2010 @ 2:20 pm

  79. My heart is hurting that you and your family are going through such a difficult trial…but at the same time, faith says – God has a plan! Romans 8:28. Praying for you almost constantly!

    Comment by Rebekah Lindquist — January 2, 2010 @ 3:31 pm

  80. Glad to see the update, and am praying for Bro. Chappell and your whole family. You are a blessing.

    Comment by Laura Ann Randall — January 2, 2010 @ 4:51 pm

  81. I am praying for you and your family during this very difficult time!

    Comment by Margaret Eddie — January 2, 2010 @ 5:11 pm

  82. Pastor,
    We are continuing to pray for Larry, Ashley and the entire family. We thank God for all of you and trust that the Lord is in control. Thank you for your faithful example to us. We love you and your sweet family.
    The Bradley Family

    Comment by Tami and Mike Bradley — January 2, 2010 @ 5:53 pm

  83. Your family is in our prayers at this time! We took some special time out as a family last night to pray for Larry and for God’s grace in all of your lives! You are a blessing to so many and it is an encouragement to see the wonderful children God has allowed you and your wife to bring up for Him. Please know that people all around the world are holding you up before the Lord!

    Becky Ruppel – Cambodia

    Comment by Rebecca Ruppel — January 2, 2010 @ 7:13 pm

  84. Pastor Chappell,
    We are continuing to lift you all up in prayer.
    We love you,
    David Thomasson

    Comment by David Thomasson — January 2, 2010 @ 7:21 pm

  85. Pastor Chappell and Family,

    I’m praying that God will continue to have His mighty hand on Larry. We are praying for your family here at North Valley Baptist Church. Our prayers are with you and your family.

    In Christ,
    Laura Casillas
    1Samuel 12:24

    Comment by Laura C — January 3, 2010 @ 4:52 pm

  86. I am friends of some LBC members and we are praying for your family here in Dallas, Texas.

    Comment by Grace Feguer — January 3, 2010 @ 7:56 pm

  87. Bro. Larry & family, we at Heritage Baptist Church in the Bay Area are praying for you. Thank you for the updates and for remaining steadfast. God bless.

    Comment by CF — January 3, 2010 @ 10:19 pm

  88. Larry, his wife, and the Chappell family will be in my prayers. May his post op pain subside soon and that he make a full recovery. Thank you for the updates.

    The Neufeld Family

    Comment by Evan Neufeld — January 3, 2010 @ 11:00 pm

  89. Please know that our little church on the Ohio River is praying for Larry and the entire family. God bless you all.

    Comment by Pastor Kelly Snyder — January 4, 2010 @ 5:32 am

  90. We love you all. We’re looking forward to the day when we will have you all back in church. Healthy, and with renewed strength. We know that God is with each one of you through this difficult time, and pray that he will guide you daily will His grace.
    Please know that we are praying throughout the day, everyday, for each of you.
    We miss you, but we know that the God has you all where he wants you to be right now.
    May God bless you all
    The Broadwater Family

    Comment by The Broadwater Family — January 4, 2010 @ 9:05 am

  91. Just wanted you to know that my family and the Wentworth Baptist Church, Wentworth, NH are lifting your son Larry and your entire family before the Lord in prayer.

    Comment by Pastor Jeremy M. Cochran — January 4, 2010 @ 10:16 am

  92. Pastor Chappell,

    We continue to pray earnestly for Larry’s healing. We’re praying for Larry and Ashley, for you and Mrs. Chappell, and for the whole family.

    Comment by Jason Dickey — January 4, 2010 @ 1:30 pm

  93. Dear Chappell family, We continue to lift Larry up in prayer. Larry was prayed for in our Saturday night prayer meeting. He continues daily to stay in our thoughts and prayers. Our warm felt prayers go out to the whole family.
    Faith Baptist Church, Wildomar.
    The Lutes Family

    Comment by Ed & Cathy Lutes — January 4, 2010 @ 1:53 pm

  94. Pastor,

    We are praying for Larry. We love you and you family!

    Lenny & Gina Owens

    Comment by The Owens Family — January 4, 2010 @ 2:41 pm

  95. Dear Bro Chappell and family: Standing with you in prayer here in SW Florida. Our granddaughter, Emily, is a first year student at WCBC and her parents have asked us to pray. Isn’t it wonderful to know that God hears prayers from all over the world when we need them. Dear Lord; please help Larry to heal and to withstand the pain until it subsides. Bring him back to full health where they can serve you together.” Sent with our Love.

    Comment by Maryln Rose — January 4, 2010 @ 6:26 pm

  96. My husband and I are graduates from West Coast Baptist College and are eternally greatful for your prayers and hard work in Lancaster and around the world. We are fervently praying for Larry and Ashley as they endure this trial and test. May they stay faithful and wait on the Lord for His abundant grace in this time of need. Your friends in the faith.

    Comment by AJ and Christina Tadiarca — January 4, 2010 @ 6:48 pm

  97. Psalm 103
    Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. 2Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;

    Praying the pain is better today!

    The Cones

    Comment by Keith and Vivian Cone — January 4, 2010 @ 8:25 pm

  98. We pray for Larry’s complete recovery from the problem and pain. God comfort Ashley in His mercey.
    May God help all of us. You have been so good us, Dr. & Mrs. Chappell.

    The Lees from NJ, Central Korean Baptist Church

    Comment by Hwangro Lee — January 5, 2010 @ 7:44 am

  99. Pastor & Family,

    My heart is extremely heavy for you during this time. We have a God who is perfect, true, and full of mercy and grace. He is a great God an awesome and powerful God! I know that through the truth of God’s Word His perfect will is going to be done. We love you and are praying for you daily here in the Bay Area. May God bless your family!

    Comment by Stephen Houk — January 5, 2010 @ 8:04 am

  100. We love you and thank God for your leadership and example during times of victory and during times of difficulty. We pray for God’s grace upon you, Larry and your family on a constant basis.

    Comment by Albert Healy and Family — January 5, 2010 @ 8:20 am

  101. Dear Pastor and Family,

    “Thou tellest my wanderings”. Put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in Thy book?

    We love you and are praying fervently.

    Dale and Nancy Lusk

    Comment by Dale and Nancy Lusk — January 5, 2010 @ 9:24 am

  102. We just found out today (1/5/10) about Larry’s condition and our family will pray for him. I’ve also asked our church, Grace Independent Baptist, in Ocean Springs, MS (www.graceibc.org) to pray during our midweek service tomorrow night. God is alive! May His grace be sufficient for all of you.

    In Christ,

    Paul & Abigail Miller

    Comment by Paul & Abigail Miller Family — January 5, 2010 @ 2:42 pm

  103. We have been praying for Larry in our weekly prayer meeting. God can still do miracles!

    Comment by William — January 5, 2010 @ 4:16 pm

  104. Pastor,

    We have been and will be continuing to pray for Larry, Ashley, and your family!

    Love and Prayers,
    Austin and Jessica Rumbaugh

    Comment by Austin and Jessica Rumbaugh — January 5, 2010 @ 9:05 pm

  105. We are praying here in Uganda for his complete healing!
    Andrew and Jacky Stensaas

    Comment by Andrew Stensaas — January 6, 2010 @ 2:45 am

  106. Bro. Chappell,

    My wife and I are praying for your son and your family today here in Ocala, FL

    Comment by Matt Lahmann — January 6, 2010 @ 5:31 am

  107. Dear Pastor Chappell,
    Ever since we came to know about Bro. Larry’s health, we began praying for him. The church family and myself pray on a regular basis for him and for the entire Chappell family for grace and strength in this most needy time. You have been a great influence to me, to my family, and our church. May the Lord help you pull through this trial. In the meantime we will continue praying!

    Bro. Abrot

    Comment by Rudy Abrot — January 6, 2010 @ 12:29 pm

  108. I am praying for you all Pastor. My family back in Idaho is also praying for you and that the Lord will give you grace as you go through this trial.

    Comment by Deborah Wilder — January 6, 2010 @ 4:13 pm

  109. Pastor I am praying for you and your family as you go through this trial. I am praying that God will give you grace, strength, wisdom and rest in the storm. I love you all.

    Deborah Wilder

    Comment by Deborah Wilder — January 6, 2010 @ 4:15 pm

  110. Dear Pastor & Family,
    We are praying for you daily. Especially for Bro. Chappell and wisdom for the doctors as they attend to him.
    —–My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is
    made perfect in weakness.
    2 Corinthians 12:9
    Love you
    Bill, Fran & Julee

    Comment by Bill, Fran & Julee — January 6, 2010 @ 4:42 pm

  111. We just found out about this Monday. We are sorry that your family is going through this right now.

    Our church will be praying for you all in Springfield, Oregon.

    Comment by Nick Gillaspie — January 6, 2010 @ 5:03 pm

  112. We have been praying for Larry and your family faithfully Pastor Chappell, keep taking care of your lovely family (and yourself) and God Bless you all!

    Comment by Diana Rawdon and Raymond Weaver — January 6, 2010 @ 8:09 pm

  113. Dear Pastor, and family,

    We have been, and will continue to pray for Larry’s recovery, and God’s grace to you all through this difficult time.

    Love in Christ,
    The Schrievers

    Comment by Lee and Nicole Schriever — January 6, 2010 @ 11:38 pm

  114. Bro. and Mrs. Chappell,

    You have been in our prayers since we received news of Larry, knowing that God’s grace with the prayers of God’s people will sustain and give strength you know not of through this very dark valley. Everyone is praying with concerned hearts, but with faith in our Greatest of All Physicians. Be assured of our sincere prayers for Larry, Ashley, you and Terri and family each day until Larry is healed and for lives to forever be changed be
    cause of the grace of God seen in your lives.

    We love you,
    Mark and Rhonda Brown

    Comment by Mark and Rhonda Brown — January 7, 2010 @ 5:52 pm

  115. We at Royal View Baptist Church in Gilbert, Az. are all praying for Larry and your whole family.

    May God continue to bless all of you.

    Comment by bro. Marc Clark — January 8, 2010 @ 12:51 am

  116. Brother Chappell and family,

    We have been praying for you all and especially for Larry and Ashley. We are praying the doctors will have wisdom to give you the right advice concerning the upcoming decisions that need to be made.

    May the Lord use this in your lives to be a blessing and help to others.

    Earl and Beth Jessup

    Comment by Earl and Beth Jessup — January 8, 2010 @ 7:36 am

  117. Dear Pastor and Family, Oh what a wonderful day! Many times in this life not only all we can do but the most we can do is pray for one another. Praise God for his answer to prayer and the way He made for us to talk with Him which isalways a good thing especially in times of trouble and need.. We believe truly, the best is yet to come!

    Comment by John & Yong Smith — January 8, 2010 @ 5:38 pm

  118. Pastor Chappell and family,
    I just wanted you to know that you and your family have been on my heart and I have kept you in my prayers! Your family has been a tremendous blessing to me and my family! May the Lord repay you in return!

    Comment by Rebekah Rogers — January 10, 2010 @ 9:57 pm

  119. Wha and I are praying for a complete recovery for your son, Larry. 17 years ago Michelle had heart surgery in that same hospital.The doctors gave her a 50/50 chance. She is now 17 and graduating high school in June. God is the one who controls all thing for is glory. God bless you and your family. Bro. John and Wha Abbe.

    Comment by John Abbe — January 13, 2010 @ 8:10 pm

  120. Pastor Chappell and Family,

    We here in Okinawa at Maranatha Baptist Church are keeping Larry and your Family in our prayers during this time.
    Like you always told us college students Pastor, “Never doubt in the night what God has given you in the light.”
    May God’s richest blessings be upon Larry and your Family.

    Comment by Alicia Monteith — January 18, 2010 @ 6:51 pm

  121. Praying

    Comment by Caleb — January 19, 2010 @ 10:15 am

  122. We at New Life Baptist Church in White Marsh, MD continue to hold Larry, his wife, and family up in prayer.

    Comment by Pastor Johnnie Brewer — February 23, 2010 @ 3:08 am

  123. I pray that your faith will not be shaken. Love and prayers from Bible Baptist in Statesboro Ga.
    Prayer First Pastor Edmisten

    Comment by Jon Edmisten — February 23, 2010 @ 10:12 am

  124. We have heard that things are going well for Larry and his treatment, we and all our friends her at FRBC and the SWORD continue to pray for complete healing for Larry and a return to his serving the Lord, we are also holding every family member up in our prayers. It is also a blessing to see God working in the ministries at LBC. We love all of you and will look forward to seeing you all again. Please pray for our outreach in this Murfreesboro area.

    Comment by Richard & theresa Keefer — March 15, 2010 @ 5:05 pm

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