Prayer Request

Many of you have contacted me regarding my recovery from the fall that I received back in October of 2010.  I have not been able to recover the full use of my arm and hand and the Orthopedic Doctor finally referred to me a Specialist in Louisville.  They have scheduled me for surgery on Thursday, May the 12th.  The surgery will consist of three procedures which is intended to give me more movement in my arm and elbow.  Many of you have been praying for me and I certainly desire your continued prayer covering.  I will update you concerning the results of this surgery as well as the follow up therapy sessions.  I may not make any posts for the next few days due to my immediate recovery from the surgery.

This past weekend was wonderful as we celebrated Mother's Day at New River Worship Center.  Saturday found the men providing a meal for the ladies of the congregation and Sunday found us honoring the Mothers and Ladies with gifts, special honor and recognition.  The Lord began to deal with my heart concerning our need to recognize the value of all  humanity as I was preparing for the message for this past weekend.  The book of Proverbs reminds us that the price of a virtuous woman is "far above rubies."  We must rekindle the attitudes of respect, kindness, thoughtfulness, and sincere appreciation of humanity.  We have lost sight of the value of those people who are a daily part of our lives.  People have been devalued and demeaned in such a tragic manner but I believe that the Spirit is calling the church to lead the movement that will reverse this trend.  Will you be willing to participate in this movement?  Will you commit yourself to being a person that is committed to the affirmation of others?  Will you commit yourself to being a person that honor others more than you desire to be honored?  Walking in the true love of Christ and in sincere appreciation of others will open the doors of ministry opportunities for all of us.  We must be driven by the opportunity to minister encouragement to those individuals that God places in our lives.