August 19, 2011
< Update 8/22/2011: 7:35PM – A long day at MDA. Started at 9AM and ended by 6PM. My blood tests reflected great numbers accross the board, however the best news was that they were NO cancer cells at all in my blood. PTL!!!!. Still, the final verdict will depend on the Bone Marrow test that was done at 2PM today. The doctor made it clear that this test will determine my state. The results of this test will be ready tomorrow. I have an appointment with my Doctor at 10:45AM to review the results. We are praying that the Bone Marrow test will be negative. Will keep you posted. We are confident that our Lord is in full control. >
I am writing this blog while sitting on a lazy boy chair at home, praising the Lord, after invading the fridge and eating everything in sight.
You see, as of yesterday, all of my counts were great except for my Neutrophil Absolute Count, which was 0.26. The doctors said that once my Neutrophil Count reaches 0.5, then I will be able to go home. They predicted that within a few days that might happen. Well, well, well … this morning my Neutrophil Count jumped to 0.72 sending me home that same day !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PTL
When I was disconnected from Alaris (my IV machine) , it was an emotional moment since we were “together” for almost a month. Everywhere I went, it went. It took me a while to adjust … the ability to move freely threw me off-balance. I kept on looking for Alaris, however, before too long I was back on track and loved the fact that I could freely move without any limitation.
I have to mention that the highlight of my day so far was when I hugged my loved ones. It was priceless ! I later had the opportunity to pause and reflect over the past few weeks, and realize how the Lord protected me in this harsh furnace. I currently feel great and have nothing but praise and thanksgiving in my heart. I was also very blessed to be surrounded by true and tested prayer warriors, from all over the world, who have tasted and realized that the Lord is good (Psalm 34:8). I cannot thank you enough for your faithful prayers.
Please keep in mind that my second and decisive Bone Marrow test has been scheduled for Monday the 22nd at 2PM. Please pray for a negative result. Also please pray for Jacqueline as she is traveling to Dubai tomorrow to handle all unfinished business (terminate contracts, close accounts, etc.). Thank you.
Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Psalm 150:6
Sami Lahoud 
So happy for you Sami.
Excellent news Sami – Alhamdolillah. I’m extremely happy for you and your family.
Lots n Lots of prayers for you and Jacqueline.
رائع يا اكبر رائع الحمد لله الذي لا ينسى عبده الصالح
اتعلم لماذا الاوضاع على الطريق الصحيح ؟, نعم الجميع من حولك يدعون ويصلون والبعض يهيئ هذا وذاك لكن الله يفعل ما يشاء لمن يشاء
(الله يفعل ما يشاء ولا فعل ما يشاء غيرة )
لانك من الصالحين المصلحين
على كل حال مولاي – احب ان اقول لاخواني اللذين صلوا لك ودعوا لك من كل اعماقهم ان لا يتهاونوا في صلواتهم من اجلك ودعائهم لك حتى ان يعود سامي لحود يجوب البيوت الواحد تلو الاخر
تحياتي لك والى العائلة الكريمة , بارك الله فيهم وفي جهودهم المبذولة
مصطفى المياح
I’m so happy!!
Praise God!!! I’m rejoicing with you Sami and will continue to pray for you and your family.
Congratulation! Sami. The miracle has worked and will continue to work on you. Have a sweet dream at home tonight.
it is just GREAT! so happy for u 🙂
Very thankful, Sami! I pray all continues to go well. I really appreciate reading your thoughts through this journey. God is good!
Sami!!!! It is great to know, hear, read and feel this wonderful surprise. We are sure that everything will continue well. We both love you all dear. Praise The Lord.
Dearest Sami, it’s really great news to hear, we still praying for you, hundreds of people in Jordan started to pray for you even they do not know, and we will pray for negative result for the test Monday, I hope to see you soon in Jesus name.
“I have heard your prayer and seen your tears; I will heal you” 2 King 20:5
Samer Batarseh
Sami, this is amazing! I am so happy for you and your family. My Sunday School class will continue to pray for negative bone marrow test results on Monday and that you remain in remission. Diane
Amen
Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Sami,
What a privilege for you to experience first-hand in such a dramatic way a demonstration of God’s loving-kindness. What a joy for us, your friends, to observe it and be part of it through the connection of prayer.
Still praying for you. I love you brother.
Great news:)) will continue to pray ..blessings!!
HALLELUJAH!!!!!!! Allah Kbeer ya Sami.
Enjoy every minute of it…..
I love you and I can’t wait to see you Habibi.
Dearest Sami,
We are all smiles for you and for your family, my friend. We had faith that the Lord will do His miraculous work with you. May God continue to bless you and all who are around you.
“in the name of JESUS CHRIST, we pray”
Richard and Ghadir Wakim
Great news. Pray the Lord. All prayers have been heard by the Lord. Welcome home Sami. We will keep you in our prayer. Thank you Lord.
Dearest Sami,
We than Allah for giving you the strength and faith to tolerate this ordeal. We have been all of us praying for your health especially in this holy month of Ramadan. You are touched by an angel and Allah will look after you.
Always remember that you have people who love you everywhere and willining to give their blood if you need it.
Love
Iman Darwiche
Sami,
You left so soon! So happy, so sad to see you go.
Your Faithful Care-giver
Alaris
Alaris,
Thank you for being there when my brother needed you. As for now, we, his loving family, are here to love on him and feed him healthy food. I understand that you would want him back. He is this one in a million guy that no one could have enough of. Good luck finding someone like him!
Rima
rejoicing with u Samaoum. May God continue His healing process in you as He promised “That He who satrts a good work in you , will continue till the end” love u
Amazing recovery! I am so happy to read your news. Your faith is inspiring. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers, and prayers for negative results tomorrow are being lifted up. Please continue to keep us updated on your progress!
My beloved, got this one late. Like a king on his throne and reaping the benefits of his bounty… Eat drink and be merry! Praise God for his awesome power to raise you up again. We expect continued blessing from test tomorrow and your renewal of strength. Looking forward to seeing u when you’re up to lots of praise n laughter. Praying also for Jacquo while she’s traveling. Hope to see ya soon!!!! 3 kisses 😉
Dearest Sami,
We thank Allah that you are recovering very fast. Our hearts are with you and we are all praying for you in this holy month of Ramadan.
Remember that you have lots of people who love you and are willing to give you their blood.
Lots of Love
Iman Darwiche
Hi Sami…you have been in my prayers and I am so glad that you get to go home! Take care…you are such a strong and admirable individual.
Sami , Dieu merci you are home… Quel soulagement, !!! İ hope with The help of god that it Will from now on be only progress. Enjoy your family & love ones. Hugs and kisses.
Dear Sami, It’s been a few years since we were together at ACH. However, what I remember clearly is your authentic and infectious passion for God and for His people. Our church in Birmingham will certainly be lifting you up in prayer, as we know a living God and Father who hears and answers prayer. May He continue to use you as He pleases, regardless of our fragile state of existence. May His joy continually fill you, and His Spirit indwell you daily, and His love embrace you so you be an effective instrument in His tender hand. Sami, you’re such a blessing to many! Keep looking up! Much love! John
BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL; AND ALL THAT IS WITHIN ME, BLESS HIS HOLY NAME.
BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL, AND FORGET NONE OF HIS BENEFITS; Psalms 103:1-2
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21
“The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” James 5:16
Thank you Lord for your power at work !
Awesome news Sami!! PTL indeed Habibi.
Can’t wait to hear the good news tomorrow after your 10:45 appointment.
Keep them coming.
I love you.
Sami,
To God be the glory !
The Lord who created you says ,do not be afraid I have ransomed you Ihave called you by name you are mine.When you go through deep waters of great trouble I will be with you.When you go through rivers of difficutly you will not drown,when you walk through the fire of oppression you will not be burned up,the flames will no consome you for I AM THE LORD YOU GOD THE HOLY ONE OF ISREAL YOUR SAVIOR.Is.43:1-3
Dear Sami and Jacqueline,
What a happy update, I am so glad to hear this news; Lord willing, tomorrow you will have a negative result. Our God is able. Thank God that He is hearing and answering the many prayers on your behalf.
We are counting on good counts every day…you are counting on your faith…we are with you…Salamat to you…to Lamia and to Issam…
YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! great news ….:))) will continue to pray .God listens!!
We praise the lord our dear Sami for the wonderful news we are receiving about your recovering. We truly do miss each and every one of you and we pray to see you soon completely recovered. 🙂
Love you all and may our lord bless you.
One hour till the Full, the Comprehensive and everlasting withdraw of the DEFEATED enemy and his broken army. In Jesus mighty Name that is above all names.
We love you, brother Sami
Rami، Yara and the Saints in Jabal Amman church of the Nazarene.
Dearest Sami,
Allah is in your heart, so you will be always in HIS mind.
Lots of love and prayers for you and Jacquo and the whole family.
Iman Darwiche
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته, تقول الاية الكريمة إخ سامي, نحن دائما نتوسل الى الله عز وجل أن يمن عليك بالشفاء العجل فهو على كل شيء قدير. وبالاجابة جدير. والله تعالى لا يمتحن الا عباده المؤمنين والمخلصين.