It's been a tiring week. We have been through a doctor's appointment and two tests. Now we wait for answers about Nancy's racing heart. She is exhausted, has been running a fever today, and both of us have felt emotionally raw, a bit sad that things have not picked up and Nancy remains so limited. Our friend Monod reminded us that God is glorified in and through the suffering of his people. So, this sickness is not about us, but about HIS glory. What does that look like? For starters we try confessing our fears, loving one another, and embracing HIS love so often and selflessly given to us by HIS people.
And being honest about dreams. We still we long for a night at the ball park, a walk around the block, worshipping at New Life together on Sunday morning, a trip to see the grand kids up in Fulton. He is our Dad, He knows this. So tonight frazzled and discouraged we set our longings before HIM and await the next step along the road.
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longing and praying with you guys...
Longing to see a reprieve for you all. Praying for God to calm Nancy's heart and to sustain you all.
Mary
we love you we pray for the Peace that surpasses all understanding to guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus
ger, wendy, sarah and sean
I am so sorry for all you guys are enduring and appreciate you being honest about being discouraged and longing for "normal life" and the simple pleasures you miss; thankful that you guys have the courage and faith to talk about fears and raw emotions, and for helping others understand that being asked to suffer for Christ, even knowing He is glorified, does not make the road easy or peaceful; it makes me feel less alone on my road and more encouraged to stay the course, with my eyes fixed on what is unseen. Praying for better rest for Nancy, for a solution to her racing heartbeat, for an outpouring of love for you both.
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