Hurry and Wait

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

I learned early on in life that though they seem counter to each other, the words "hurry and wait" often go together. Neither word shows up in my list of top 20 favorites.

Since leaving Madagascar on the 15th we have been doing a lot of hurrying and waiting. We are currently in East TN at Deb's parents waiting on direction from the Lord.

This week, doctors began treating Sarah for what they believe is Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections or PANDAS. This link will give you more information if you are interested in reading about PANDAS.

Treatment includes high doses of antibiotic as well as psychiatric counselling to help with the O.C.D. brought on by the infection. Please continue to pray for Sarah as she receives treatment and pray for our family as we struggle to adapt to the changes this diagnosis brings to each of our lives. We all struggle daily to understand what is happening and how best to deal with it.

Thank you for giving us the space we need to adjust to the new patterns in our lives. We know that you are concerned for us and that you are praying that God would be revealed in the midst of this difficult time.

Please know that we miss you and are praying for you as well.

Waiting,
PDJ&S