It’s been time for an update for over a month. It’s been busy around here, but it has also been very good. God continues to be faithful in His provisions as well as sending people my way to help. I am humbled and honored to be gifted to help people at a time in their lives that can be very overwhelming and confusing.

At the end of August, I was pleasantly surprised by a significant donation from a family member. I am so touched by events like that – the way God provides just what I need at just the time I need it. I am so grateful to every one of you who have answered the call to donate. As we approach the end of the year, please remember that donations are tax deductible. Please consider a donation to help Healthcare Solutions – A Christian Ministry continue the valuable work God has called me to do. There is an urgent need for $1,000 by November 1st. No donation is too little and certainly none is too large.

I have been privileged to experience some pleasant surprises over the last couple of months. The first week in September, God provided a place for me to have a personal retreat. I try to get away at least once a year for a week to get with God and allow Him to minister to me and speak to me in whatever area He deems the need. It was a good week – lots of rest as well as plenty of Bible study, prayer and worship.

I also was able to spend a week in New Iberia caring for my parents. While my physical limitations keep me from doing much, I was able to be helpful. I am also headed that way again soon to apply for VA benefits for my parents. It is especially rewarding to be able to serve my family with my gifts and talents.

I am currently in Washington State visiting my son and his family. I am very grateful for the donation of frequent flyer miles to be able to make this trip. Another amazing way that God provides. I am enjoying the company of my son and his family. My granddaughter celebrated her first birthday last week. I am happy to have been able to be here for that event. I am also happy to have had the time to connect with my son and daughter-in-law – I love them both dearly and am grateful for our time together.

And even while out of town, ministry continues. I have fielded several calls from those in need. I am happy to receive and handle those calls. Needs do not stop just because I am out of town. Service is a life-long commitment. I am happy to serve. It gives me great joy to do so – for it is God I am serving as I serve those in need. And it gives me a chance to show others what Jesus looks like and to share the Gospel through my life.

I continue to work with a few clients with their day to day needs. One lady seems to be settling down. She has had quite a time of health problems since April. However, I think she is on the mend and getting back to normal. I am grateful to be there for her as her only family member that is interested in her wellbeing lives in Covington – that is a good 30 – 45 minutes away. While she has traveled often to check on her mother and care for her, it is difficult and I am glad to be able to fill in the gaps for her. I believe we are both breathing a sigh of relief that things have settled down.

Another client continues to resist and recognize her need for my assistance. I press in as the family is at the end of their rope in trying to care for her. I am convinced that God does want me to help this lady and that we all need to be patient with her.

I have had numerous phone calls for consultation with families on various issues. I have brought one lady to apply for disability and will be doing so with a few others in the next couple of weeks. I am always amazed at how God puts together the timing for people. He always has a plan and a reason for things to fall in place the way they do. It is incredible to be able to be a part of His plan and to be able to step back and see His hand all over the process.

I have my own Disability Determination hearing this Thursday. Please be in prayer for me that this would be a positive outcome. Pray that God would ordain my every word and that the Administrative Judge would recognize my limitations and award a positive decision.

Thank you all for your continued prayers, support and encouragement. You have no idea just how much that means to me and how important it is on a day to day basis. And …

I continue to pray that “the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation of the knowledge of Him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power.” Ephesians 1:17-19