Ha ha ha. Yes, I will explain the title of this post. Recently, I received a comment on one of my post. The individual literally unloaded on me calling me everything in the book, minus profanity, which I am extremely grateful. He told me how selfish, self centered, and egotistical I am for talking about myself so much. While I realize most blogs cover a particular subject of the writers desire or the current hot topic of the day, the reason for this blog (as attached to my website) is to inform those praying for us as to exactly what is occurring in our lives and ministry at the current time. So there………whoever you are……….IT IS ABOUT ME!!! Ha ha ha
Enough of that! For you partners in ministry, I wanted to wait until Mr. Shurley’s appointment today to give you as much updated information as possible. He has been tolerating the new chemo drug really well. Originally set up in a two day, two hour each, treatment followed by a month off, then repeated, things have been adjusted to better help him handle the application. Now things are done in a one day, 1 1/2 infusion, once a month. Being a type 2 diabetic, he keeps an eye on his sugar that jumps the first few days and makes adjustments by insulin injection. After a couple of days, things settle back down. Last week he went to his heart doctor for a check up and got a good report. Today he went to his kidney doctor and got the “see you in 6 months” report and for that we say Thank You Lord! So, we appreciate your prayers in that area.
The vocal issues are still a bit of concern. There is no pain with the chords, just not a lot of strength. When I finish a service, I am somewhat hoarse but seem to recover before the next service, kinda. My ENT reminded me that the vocal chords are like any other muscle in our bodies and as we get older there has to be more rest and less stress. The problem lies in the fact that I feel every call is a divine appointment and I can’t see that ever changing. As we close out the upcoming month’s schedule, we have a 10 day trip that will have us in 3 churches, 1 elementary school, 1 Jr. College campus, and a fall festival. We would be grateful for your prayers on behalf of my voice.
Well, enough about us. Take care and stay in touch,
John