Harley Snode

In Christ. Husband. Father. Pastor. Counselor. Blogger.

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

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"You help me as much or more than anyone else…every visit you created needed movement among us...I know you more often go to larger churches but you find it difficult to find a more grateful people.”

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[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

#healthforlandon Update for 6/6/26

Although it feels like each month's update finds me a little more reluctant to do so, I know I need to for the many prayer partners who are wondering but feel hesitant-at this prolonged point-to ask...as well as for our own clarity that only comes through the untangling it requires to put our emotionally-frayed, bone-level fatigue into actual words first to the Lord and then to those with whom He has handpicked for us to do the ups and downs of life. So hear it goes again…

The beginning of June finds us in transition into the next phase of diagnosis and treatment of Landon’s ongoing symptoms that affect him physically, mentally, socially, and every other level. With what we know at this point, he is continue to navigate the previously-known issues of EDS trigged by Covid, including the venous congestion in his kneck/head that was addressed via surgery back in January.

Now that we have addressed this structural issue and await the surgery’s full impact over the next 6 moths, we are proactively addressing what appears to be a primary result of that issue called “mast cell activation.” (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is an immune disorder where mast cells overreact and inappropriately release chemicals (such as histamine) into the body. This causes recurrent, severe, multi-system "spells" resembling anaphylaxis, including flushing, hives, gastrointestinal distress, rapid heart rate, brain fog, etc.)

Praises:

1) Landon is making progress in taking some new prescription medications to address the mast cell issue. (Not easy to re-up after what feels like so many false starts and dead ends with other medical strategies that have only ruled out versus helping.)
2) Landon continues to exhibit a sweet, steady spirit towards his family as he works his way through each day of pain, fatigue, and isolation. (As captured in this pictured thumbs up to a recent text of encouragement from me…yours truly who is really trying to not be a “Job’s friend” type of counselor to my precious son who has been through so much more than I can fully understand let alone fix.)
3) Several individuals and churches have especially loved on our family with thoughtful words/support in the last few weeks in ways that have literally felt like God leaned down, touched our very souls, and said, “I have NOT forgotten you.”
4) Our local church continues to be a consistent source of empathy and support when our family doesn’t have quite the usual bandwidth emotionally and relationally.

Prayer Requests:

1) Pray for Landon’s next virtual follow up with his main doctor (Dr. Hepworth in Denver, CO) on this Tuesday (6/9) to access a CT scan of chest and abdomen and MRV of brain taken a few weeks ago to see if there are any additional blood flow issues in these vital areas of his body.
2) Ask God to give us the mental and emotional fortitude required to keep believing that hope/healing are still worth believing in no matter what human opinions and vibes swirl around us. Objectively we know we need to, but that is much easier said than done at this point. [Practical for not just us but anyone in a similarly prolonged season—To God: “God, help the Snode’s to hang in there. To Us: “Praying for you to hang in there”/“Are you hangin in there?”]
3) And most of all…would you pray that God would completely free/heal our son from all that we are still in the thick of…so that all who know our little family would know His epically big “saving health” not just from temporal maladies but sickness of the very soul that is available to all the world!!! (This is God’s ultimate mission which means this prayer unlike our more temporally-oriented ones gets His full attention and energy.)

Ps 67:1-2 “God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah. That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.” (Just read this psalm this morning and was struck by it in a powerful manner.)

Thank you for continue to stand and kneel with us no matter how fatigued and worn down your own knees. With your partnership and God's grace, we are determined to keep giving a thumbs up with Landon to God's power and promises at work in and through us.

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/6:

What a way to end a record of a lot of failures, rebellion, and poor leadership by God's people! I can have hope today-despite my own shortcomings-because God is gracious to His remnant even in exile with distinctive:

1) Elevation (27b, 28b)
2) Kindness (28a)
3) Nourishment (29-30)

~ 2 Kings 25

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

Loved getting this picture this evening from a friend of mine who also has his son preparing this week to serve all summer at #teenextreme camp at @ConnectPCC with my son this summer. Heidi and I are so proud to be Ian's parents and grateful for how God's Spirit is stirring and growing him!

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And the #AmenProject is coming along @NorthLifeBC !

Here's a brief update to make sure you are prepared for a full Sunday, 6/7 together:

https://t.co/0PlSvUr2jF

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

Happy birthday, to my brother @tsnode . I love you and am thankful for your humble/steady commitment to your God, family, and missions year after year. It is incredible to see all that He has and is enabling you to accomplish around the world! May our gracious Lord grant you another fruitful year of His sustaining favor!

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/5:

To be lead distinctively, it really is as simple and complicated as comprehensively turning towards the Lord with:

1) ALL My Heart-"inclination, resolution, determination (of will)"
2) ALL My Soul-"appetite, mind, being, desire, emotion, passion"
3) ALL My Might-"muchness, force, abundance"

~ 2 Kings 23:25

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#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/4:

I need to MAKE "more of a fuss" about my joy-giving God (1a) in:

1) "Make His praise glorious"-While God doesn't intrinsically need any extra props, my personal praise of Him could use more passion, skill, and artistry. (2b)

2) "Make the voice of His praise to be heart"-While God doesn't require any additional amplification, my personal praise of Him could use more volume, intensity, and consistency. (8b)

~ Psalm 66

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Alistair Begg RANTS about pastors growing beards and it is hilarious! 🤣🧔

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@PaulChappell A good word!

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@BrennansPen Thank you!

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"A silver anniversary is the traditional name for a 25th wedding anniversary. It celebrates two and a half decades of marriage and symbolizes the enduring strength, beauty, and radiance of the couple's relationship."

Happy "Silver Anniversary" to THE most beautiful, strong, godly, humble, others-focused, and fun-loving woman...ever! I am grateful for God's unmistakable grace in such a tactile and uplifting way through you in my life over the past 25 years. I love you with all my heart!

(Yes, we who just literally flipped through our wedding album earlier today, predate digital photos! 😏)

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/3:

Like Hezekiah, to have God's distinctive presence and favor upon my life, I must abandon the idols of my predecessors and peers to:

1) Trust Him.
2) Cling to Him.

~ 2 Kings 18:5-7

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

@JimLarger Thank you, Brother! God has been very gracious to us.

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@tsnode Only by God's grace!

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#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/2:

Eventually all people must come to my God because He is the only one who hears prayer. While a wonderful gift, this access also comes with accountability...we will all stand before Him.

~ Psalm 65:2

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@tsnode Thank you, Trav!

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#OTin2026 Takeaway for 6/1:

No matter how dire and even deserved the dark situation/season, I can hope in a covenant-keeping God who-towards me and mine-is:

1) Gracious
2) Compassionate
3) Aware ("respect")

~ 2 Kings 13:23

[Harley Snode @HarleySnode]

What blessing to be with the dear pastor and church this weekend! Thank you for your gracious invitiation and warm hospitality!

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We were greatly blessed and helped by @HarleySnode at our Mental Health Weekend at @LBCNB.

"Anxiety feeds on isolation and inactivity."

"The gospel of Jesus is not just to save us from our sins. It's also to save us from our fears."

"In His presence, fears go to die."