My Weird Weekend

It has been a really weird weekend. One that I really don't care to relive.

Over the weekend, I have continued to be in constant pain. Then on Saturday, I couldn't take anymore. So, I headed to the Cookeville ER for what I hoped was going to be a time for answers and some relief. After all of the tests, ctscans, and peeing in a cup, I still know nothing more. However, they did give me a good, really good, dose of phenegrin and demerol that put my lights out and consequently eased my pain for several hours. I came home and went straight to bed and slept until 12:30 p.m. today. And I wouldn't have woken up then if it hadn't been for the pain in my lower back.

Then Natalie came home and shared with me about the days events at Bridges of Hope Fellowship. I was excited for what God had done in the hearts of the people and was continuing to do in the lives of our men.

I want to say a special thanks to my wonderful wife, Natalie, for going and providing her best musical efforts to lead the people in worship. Also, to David Clayton and David Cook for stepping up to the plate to keep the service flowing and for bringing the message of God's Word. I have had several reports of the way God's spirit moved in the service. It just goes to show that God really doesn't need me at all. What He really needs and desires is for all of His children to be open and willing at any given moment to step up and be used by Him. Thanks guys for your willingness!

As for me, I'll continue to lay around the house and see if I can get rid of this pain I'm in and spend some quality time with God and Natalie. After all, we need to read a few more chapters in the book "Sticky Church." Can't wait to see what all God wants to teach me through other people's experiences.

Thanks again for all those who have been praying for me. I know that God will answer as He sees fit.

Pastor D
Jeremiah 29:11