Wednesday, February 21, 2007

a full week

Linda has five appointments today. Of course that is too many! We have arranged future schedules to be less demanding, but in these early days, some appointments have to be made and kept. Yesterday was very full, also. Radiation and chemo are conspiring already to make Linda tired.

Jesus faced exhausting days. It was not unusual for Him to go away from the crowds, completely by Himself, or to withdraw with His disciples to a quiet place. (John 6:15; Luke 9:10). Sometimes, though, the crowds found Jesus and came to Him (Luke 9:11). Jesus welcomed them and spoke God’s Word to them (Luke 9:11).

What do you do with an exhausting, busy schedule? I could say that Linda’s sickness does not compare to Jesus’ ministry, but even in her infirmity, Linda ministers to others. What are we going to do? The only thing we can do – fall on God’s grace. (Thank you, Rich Mullins, for giving us guidance)

You have wept and rejoiced with us in these past few weeks. Thank you for following Paul’s admonition to the Roman believers to enter into others’ lives, whether in joy or pain (Romans 12:15). Now learn this lesson with us – 2 Corinthians 12:9: But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.”

1 comment:

Heather said...

A friend of mine has recently expressed that sometimes we are used more fully in those times when life is falling apart all around us.

Each doorway you walk through, each doctor, nurse and patient you come in contact with has the opportunity to see the face of God by your words and your actions. Just keep leaning on His arms, He's not going anywhere.