A Good Day

Chris asked me to give you a medical update on his behalf. He really has not had a good night's rest since the blood clot incident, but last night was particularly difficult. He woke up with severe nausea, the first since starting treatment, and had fever, shortness of breath, and general misery. We had an appointment for blood work today (which again was OK), but the doctor was concerned about his symptoms, particularly the very low oxygen count, so sent us directly to ER. At this point he has been diagnosed with pneumonia, but they are going to continue testing as to the type, and hope to rule out anything heart related. He is presently in intensive care awaiting a scope of his lungs for further diagnosis. He asks your prayers that the antibiotic will take effect quickly, and that he will be able to rest. He describes himself as "battle worn," as you can imagine, from the seriousness of the condition and treatments to the lack of rest.

Our conversation in the evening often ends with "This was a good day!" That usually means there were no new catastrophes! Things went according to plan, we enjoyed each other, our meals, and being able to check another treatment off the calendar. Have you ever thought about what makes a good day? In I Peter 1:6 we are told, "In this you GREATLY REJOICE, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials..." In meditating on this passage this week I am challenged that the great rejoicing is not when the trial is over - it's during the trial. Why? We don't always remember this, but it is because of the greatness of our inheritance reserved in heaven, and the proof of our faith that will result in praise and glory and honor for the Lord someday. A good day doesn't have to depend on good circumstances or absence of pain. I don't have to measure this day in terms of the present difficulty, I can choose to measure it by future glory, or the delightful presence of the Lord right now. Today my precious husband is in ICU, awaiting further testing, and it feels like a definite setback. But the truth is, it was a good day, because we experienced God's presence, His peace and comfort, His love, and His power working in us. Did you have a good day?