#290 Medical Mysteries

Sometimes I think that my seminary training should've included a class on medical terminology. I spend a lot of time talking to church members about their health. I hear about chronic health conditions that they've been diagnosed with. I hear about different treatments and procedures that their doctors are recommending to alleviate their pain or sometimes simply to help with diagnosis. I hear about various ailments that land them in the hospital for a short time. But many times the words I hear go over my head. So I ask for clarification or try to look up the terms online. While that's helpful, I don't always end up with a very clear idea of what the future outlook is for these people whom I care about. Many times I wish I had a better sense of what was going on. Thankfully, I don't need to understand everything to pray for others. God knows what's happening and what's needed, even if my knowledge comes in scattered bits and pieces.

Grace and peace,

BMH