Hello Friends and Family,
Thank you again for your prayers and support. We have a new prayer request: Tim has sharp pain in his left foot and knee. He thinks he must have sprained it, which is aggravating the healing process. Please pray that the doctor will take it seriously. Also pray that he will not have any more new injuries. Tim also asked me to share this message with you. Here it is in his own words:
Waiting. That is the most difficult part. I spend most of my time in a drug-induced haze, just waiting. But that's good since when the drugs wear off, the painful cramping begins. The other night, the cramps were so painful I woke up Lillian with my screaming. The doctor told me this morning that muscle spasms are not uncommon. No one tells me what to expect ahead of time. Recovery time, expected progress, what kind of pain, and how much ability I can regain are all unknown. Just wait, work hard, and see. That's all they say.
Still, there are inspiring stories. I've heard the people here tell of amazing recoveries. Please pray for me that I will know when to work hard and when to rest and wait patiently. Still, I know that God has not abandoned me. He allowed me to speak with many concerning their faith. Waiting for Lillian to come back from the store, I began a discussion with a security guard, we'll call Annie. She turned out to be a believer who had married an atheist and has 4 girls, the eldest of which has told her mom that she wants to be a lesbian. We had a good time of prayer. She promised that she would go back to church this weekend. Such serendipity is no mere coincidence. God has not forgotten me.
I am confident He will use this to make me a better minister, husband, and dad, and He will open up even greater opportunities for service. Please pray for the following:
1. That Lillian will get her rest and not feel discouraged (she has an amazing peace).
2. Our financial situation in the future.
3. Knowing when to push myself and when to rest to avoid injury.
4. Micah and Jojo will know God's peace and love during this time.
5. God will heal me as He sees fit and prepare me for greater things.
"Why should I feel discouraged? Why should the shadows come? Why should my heart be lonely and long for heaven and home? When Jesus is my fortress, my constant friend is He. For His eye is on the sparrow and I know he watches me."
Love, Tim