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Wednesday, August 17, 2005

"IN THIS WORLD YOU SHALL HAVE TROUBLE" -- Jesus

Life has taken a tumble right now. I have neither time nor the emotional energy to detail what has/is taking place. Some of the trouble are rather minor--"hairballs of life" kind of things. But some is pretty major and could have major fall-out.

A lot of my stress right now has to do with some changes we have been trying to initiate at church. Some is the natural stress of some changes at my "day job".

Most everything was good, positive and upbeat for quite awhile. Some things have taken a bit of a downward turn. But the good news is that none of these things relate to Karon and her health issues. She is in a "feeling better" period right now. That will last until just after we go for her next chemo treatment and then the day after when she gets that blasted shot! But we are taking advantage of the "feeling better" time right now. She wants to go to the State Fair so that's where we're headed this afternoon.

I must remember Jesus' promise which I used as the title to this Post. And I must remember that God is Sovereign and He is in control. I must let him be in control. One of my biggest failings is letting these "down turns" rob me of the joy I have in Christ. Satan loves it when I do that. I also must learn that I don't have to solve everything by myself. In fact, I don't have to solve everything!

Jim

posted by jim 12:24 PM 2 comments

Comments:

I remember that we ran into you at the fair last year!

You and Karon are in my prayers - I hope you two are doing well!
- Jennifer

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Anonymous : 1:13 AM

Jim, isn't it awesome to serve a Sovereign God! I will pray for you during these transitional times. I hate to think of how non-believers do not have the hope we have when they face trials. Just keep holding His hand and know that all things happen for good for them that love Him.
I love you both!

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Anonymous : 6:45 AM