I don't like being sick. I've been battling a cold for five days. I'm ready to move on and be done with it. Today I went to my doctor's office and was seen by one of his staff. They were helpful and I should be on the road to recovery. It's what I saw on the way there and in the waiting room that I can't get off my mind.
In the elevator I saw a young Mom with her baby in a stroller. My mind went immediately to my grandsons. I missed them greatly in that moment. I have two daughters who are young moms and I am so grateful for both of them and their families.
Upon arrival at the doctor's office, I sat to wait for my appointment. In the process an elderly man came in and was later assisted by someone I presume to be his daughter. He was older, struggling to breathe, and my mind raced again. I thought - if Jesus doesn't come first and I don't die younger, how will I handle that stage of life? I want to do it well. Granted it's a number of years away, but it impacted me today
Then on the ride home I listened to Fox News on the radio and heard more about the troubles of this world, most notably the riots in Baltimore. The images from the morning TV shows are ingrained in my mind. On top of that there is disaster in Nepal with now more than 4600 reported dead. Tensions are building with Iran and there is so much strife in the world.
In the midst of it all, Jesus is still the answer. He is mighty. He is Lord. He is Savior. He's our only hope. Please join me in praying that every day God gives us breath we will use it to share the glorious good news of the gospel with love and compassion and that many will come to Christ at every age and every stage of life. God has a purpose for your life. Never doubt that!
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