My Bad Day... ...My Wife's Good Words.

Saturday, May 10 11PM

I had a reallybad day today. I got really frustrated when I saw Charissa go on the epinephrine for what seemed like the umpteenth time. I sulked, complained under my breath, and began to really question God in an unhealthy manner. When I called later in the evening, I rejoiced that she had weaned a little bit.... My heart felt like it received a bit of adrenaline. In other words, the condition of my heart depended on every bit of news, whether good or bad.

My wife said to me, "I think we need to repent. We're too happy with the good news and too sad with the bad."

She's right. We must rejoice in the character of God, not by our circumstances.

I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:10-13

Lord, teach us how to be content in you, whatever the circumstances. We can indeed handle anything with the strength that you give to us. Amen

Another Lesson Learned,
Young & Yu Ran

Week 3

Saturday, May 10 9PM

My parents just arrived from Philly and we took them to see Chase & Chelsea. Here's their status.

Chase is doing well. They increased his milk dosage to 1.5 cc. But after the third meal, he wasn't able to digest. The doctors scanned his stomach and reported nothing unusual. They just think that his stomach is adjusting. They will stop the feedings for tonight, let him rest, and then resume them at the same dosage tomorrow morning at 8AM.

Charissa needs more prayer than older brother. Her bloodpressure still won't stabilize. We need her to get off her meds so that she can start eating and growing.

Please remember both of them in your prayers and please pray especially for Charissa's bloodpressure.

Exhausted In His Hands,
Young & Yu Ran