Although I cannot say with 100% certainty, Valentine's Day probably has roots in one form of paganism or another. Most of us can nonetheless take the opportunity to show that special person in our life our love and appreciation for them. I suppose the traditional ways are cards and flowers, chocolates, a quiet dinner out together, or some similar expression. Better yet, it does provide opportunity to rehearse aspects of the One Who loved us with a lavish love. I speak of God the Father in giving us His Son. Romans 5:8 indicates that He loved us with an unconditional love. Ephesians 3:18-19 affirms that it is an immeasurable love. Romans 8:38-39 declare to us that it is an inseparable love. Countless verses declare the sacrificial nature of God's love. Perhaps if the Father were sending us a card it would have on the front or inside I John 3:1, "See how great a love the Father has bestowed upon us, that we should be called children of God; and such we are..." I hope that you will give some time to thinking about these or other facets of His love as He has revealed them in His Word.
Medical update: I have been told by the liver specialist my ammonia level in my blood is too high, so medication has been prescribed to reduce it. Next week could be a busy week as we anticipate a meeting with our oncologist in North Platte, and possibly making a trip to Omaha for a second liver biopsy, since the bilirubin level increased to 39.5. Your prayers for dry mouth syndrome are urgently requested. I ask the Father daily to touch my gland so that I may eat and swallow with greater ease. The time that we have been able to be in our own home with our children has been immeasurably meaningful, along with returning to work and worship at MEFC. Our love and God's love to you.
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Dear Pastor Chris and Eunice and family, It was so good to see you in church 2 Sunday's ago. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily for continued healing and strength. We enjoy your blogs. The devotional always makes our day. When you don't write, we miss our Chris and Eunice fix. ha. We do know you are very busy and trying to gain your strength back, so we will patiently wait for your next update. We know others appreciate your blogs,also, even if they don't always comment. Our love to all of you! Bernie & Pam Ruppert
Dear Pastor Chris and Eunice:
I cannot even begin to tell the two of you how good it truly was for McKenna and I to see you in church this past Sunday. We will just say that you were our "Valentine's Day Chocolate" this year-- low in calories but high in Satisfaction!
You are in our continued prayers, as well as with our church family here in Colorado. I cannot help but feel that your recovery will come from being at home with those who love you, in addition to God's continued grace and love for you. Your words are an inspiration to many of us. While I cannot completely understand and fully know all that you are going through, I do know one thing-- "If God leads you to it. HE WILL lead you through it!" I have seen this so many times in my life. It continues to build my inner stength and complete dependence upon Him.
Take good care, and know that we send our love and hugs your direction! -Tobi and McKenna
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