Balancing Ministry N' Work

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord and whose trust is the Lord” – Jeremiah 17:7 HCSB Six years ago today I was laying on an operating table so the doctors could cut into my skull and remove that pesky Acoustic Neuroma brain tumor. I knew my life would change, but had no idea what that change would look like. While I do have lingering issues I know that God has been good to me and I continue to trust in Him. After the removal of their tumors, some have facial paralysis, debilitating headaches, and constant vertigo. I have an eye that waters now and again, occasional minor headaches, and balance issues. In 2013, 3 years post OP, I developed some issues that most likely stem from my tumor removal but the doctors cannot figure out the exact cause. I had to stop exercising, my driving range is limited, and I do get tired easier than I used to. I visited 4 hospitals, 8 doctors, 2 physical therapist, and tried a dozen or so different medications. I went on a full bl...

“4  Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!  5  Let your graciousness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.  6  Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.  7  And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:4-7 HCSB In the Letter to the Philippian church the Apostle Paul is writing some words that still ring true and may even be harder to swallow today. When these words were written, you could still find people who sat under the teachings of Jesus. There were people who witnessed one of Jesus’ many miracles. You could even find people who spent time with Jesus after His resurrection. Their personal experiences and excitement would be contagious. You would have seen it in how they lived their lives, the faith they put into the unknown, and the peace that radiated ...