Ding, Ding, Round Four

We have finished three rounds of treatment with an extra procedure just for fun. Round four starts this Monday. I wish I could tell you I knew what to expect, but each round has had challenges all its’ own. Even though I can not see around the corner, even though I do not know what this round holds for me, there are some things I know for sure. I know that Julie will stay with me and pray for me through whatever is ahead. I know that Christ is the ever-present unseen companion on this journey. I know this is just for a time. I know there is coming a day when the “C” word will not take up so much of my thoughts. I know this low-level constant pain will someday be a distant memory. I know that eventually, I will have my strength back. I know that someday I will be able to walk and even run without growing faint. I am reminded of the passage in Isa 40:29-31 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. N.I.V. I look forward to the day when my cane stands in the corner and is unneeded. Until that day comes, I will lean on the arms of my wife, family, and friends, and I will lean heavily into the power of Christ. In Him J. Tom Washburn Fully Rely On God