Last week we started in Ephesians 6 to set the groundwork for studying spiritual warfare. We likened it to fighting a difficult-to-treat infection, one whose culture and sensitivity results showed resistance to human opinions, cultural norms, and even our best efforts. Today we will explore the practical side of dealing with the real battles we …
February 2016 archive
Feb 18
Multidrug Resistant Infection
We recently admitted a patient to the hospital with a multidrug-resistant infection (MDRI). These infections can be intense. Since the bacteria have found a way to change and adapt, it severely limits the scope of antibiotic options available to treat a common diagnosis. The traditional, first-line agents were ineffective to address the resistant bacteria. Clinicians …
Feb 11
Closed on Purpose
I don’t like hearing no when I want a yes. I despise the word wait. Especially when I want it now. At times, I can be a 2-year-old-acting-33-year-old. I want my way at whatever cost. But abhorrent things like disappointments, frustrations, and set-backs constantly remind me I’m not in control. Have you ever experienced that? …