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BIG HONEST QUESTIONS

Why does God let me suffer with this terrible illness? I believe HE wants to meet where I’m at and transform my heart to become more like His!

Thoughts & ReflectionsJohn DrageJune 30, 2019big questions, suffering, cancer, drage, pain, bible, Luke 15 Comments

I AM RUNNING IRONMAN OHIO JULY 28

In just over 4 weeks I am running Iron Man Ohio in Delaware, Ohio on July 28th. I am feeling strong and encouraged. My son Josh, brother Chris, niece Callie, and good friend Eric are racing with me. Can't wait!

VideoJohn DrageJune 28, 2019IRON MAN, race, triathlon, swim, bike, run, brother, son Comments

One Year Left to Live?

If you knew you only had one year left to live, what would you do? Our time together now has a limit, though all our lives already have a limit. I didn’t feel it before. Now it is our reality!

From John's FamilyAmy DrageJune 13, 2019reflection, amy, drage, cancer, time, one year, what should I do Comments

LET’S TALK ABOUT MY GREAT TEACHER-PAIN

This suffering is very real and it is getting my attention. But what might God be doing in me right now? Pain just may be God’s way of getting our attention and awakening our hearts to His ways.

Thoughts & ReflectionsJohn DrageJune 11, 2019pain, faith, jesus, still, busy, home, rest Comments

MEDICAL UPDATE {JUNE 5, 2019}

Phase 1 of my cancer treatment at MD Anderson consisted of 30 radiation treatments, 42 chemotherapies, 3 immunotherapy infusions, thousands of prayers, beginning the Keto diet and lots of exercise. I am now on phase 2.

MY SON CALEB JUST GOT MARRIED

My son, Caleb, just got married today to his beautiful girl Renée. I am so happy and proud of him!

VideoJohn DrageJune 5, 2019wedding, marriage, Caleb drage, renee, canada, calgary, banff Comment

30 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TODAY

Today, May 27 2019, marks 30 years that Amy and I have been married!

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NO TUMOR {MEDICAL UPDATE]

As of May 24 I have no tumor growing in my head! This is huge and the doctors are very pleased. Now I will start phase 2 of treatment, continuing with chemo and immuno therapy.

Medical UpdatesJohn DrageMay 24, 2019cure cancer, tumor, glioblastoma, pastor, hope, suffering, mri Comments

WALKING IN THE STRETCH ZONE {VIDEO}

A rubber band is not doing its job until it is stretched. All growth happens when we exit the comfort zone and enter the stretch zone. I am learning this all over again in a new way!

There is a God and You are Not Him

One of the great challenges with my cancer has been trying to plan for how long I have left to live. Glioblastoma is so aggressive and so unpredictable.

Thoughts & ReflectionsJohn DrageMay 16, 2019GOD, jesus, cancer, glioblastoma, trust god Comments

Weddings are Emotional

Amy and I attended a wedding just recently. It affected us all the way to the core. We both had tears in our eyes during the ceremony but did not know the other had been torn-up.

LAST RADIATION!

Today, April 30, I have completed Phase 1 of my glioblastoma Cancer treatment. 30 radiations. 42 doses of chemo therapy. 4 immunotherapy infusions.

Are You Listening?

One of the greatest needs of everyone is the need to be heard. The best lovers are those who listen the best. Let’s slow down and be the best listeners!

VideoJohn DrageApril 26, 2019glioblastoma, brain cancer, listen, cure cancerComment

Does God’s Word Have a Grip on You? {video}

The Word of God has unquestionably changed my life. Let’s memorize it and let it change us from the inside out!

VideoJohn DrageApril 25, 2019god's word, brain cancer, powerful, bible, pastor, scripture Comment

What Have We Placed Our Hope In?

What is hope? What a bummer to have confidence in a false hope, we must figure out what “real hope” is. It for sure must be something sturdy, bigger and stronger than my problem.

Thoughts & ReflectionsJohn DrageApril 23, 2019brain cancer, hope, living hope, cancer, fight cancerComment

We are ALL Terminal {Video}

I am terminal with Glioblastoma brain cancer. But previous to cancer I was still terminal. Death has always been the great enemy, everyone dies. But it all changed after Jesus died, came back to life, and beat death!

VideoJohn DrageApril 21, 2019easter, jesus, life, death, resurrect, pastor, brain cancer Comments

So Thankful! {Video Update on Life and Treatment}

My 20th radiation treatment was today. As I look back over the past few weeks I am thankful for so many things!

VideoJohn DrageApril 19, 2019update, glioblastoma, pastor, cancer, hope, fuck cancer, treat cacner Comments

What Do Old People Regret Most? {Video}

A number of years ago I read a study that asked 90-year-olds the question, “what would you do differently if you could live life over again”? Their response was to reflect more and to risk more.

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Biggest Trial of My Life

This cancer is the biggest trial of my life. The idea of being joyful amidst a trial sounds pretty crazy! It is only possible when you realize that the God of the universe has a plan and He is up to something beautiful!

VideoJohn DrageApril 16, 2019trials, brain cancer, glioblastoma, cancer sucks Comments

What is My Legacy?

I want my life legacy to point to Jesus because He is worth it!

VideoJohn DrageApril 15, 2019fuck cancer, trials, brain cancer, legacy Comments

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