This morning I woke up to the news of the first U.S. death due to the flu. It was a 23 month old in Texas.
Friends.... that hits close to home, in more ways that one.
I cried. I cried for that family, and I cried for mine.
It is tempting to let fear take over, and I admitted to God that I was scared.
And then I remembered all He has brought Alan through:
God has safely carried Alan (and our family) through surgery as a newborn, liver disease, transplant, pneumonia, and multiple sepsis episodes. Those were are real and definite threats to Alan, and look at him today!
This flu is out there. It is a risk. And although there are many good precautions we can take, there are no guarantees. But I know my God can handle it. Whatever happens, His grace is sufficient. Praise His name, I don't have to fear!
"Give than
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I talked to my dad last night, and we discussed just this topic. I wondered if you were freaking out! I am praying, for you and for Alan, and your peace of mind, and for all those families who have already lost a precious one.
What a beautiful, beautiful photo of Alan. x
What a beautiful boy you have! Thank you, Lord, for your peace!
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Such a cutie...love that picture. Satan surely knows exactly what sets each one of us into a panic...only natural these latest news reports would affect you so much - and he knows it! God gives the victory, though.
Great reminder post!
You are so right. God will pull us through. Alan is growing up so fast, what a precious photo!
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