26/08/2024
I have been in transit now for over 30hrs and total time will be over 48hrs from when I left the Africa Mercy in Madagascar and arrive on the Global Mercy in Sierra Leone. The first word that comes to mind right now is "tired". I was having a morning devotion today and started to reflect on the word "tired and weary". There are many scriptures that encourage us when we are weary. They all sound great and up beat....unless you are actually worn out...lol. Then they tend to sound a bit harsh or confusing. I was thinking about my patients stories and how weary they must be from carrying the burden of worry and the burden of their particular medical problems. That is probably compounded by the fact that they can not afford or completely lack access to the care needed to treat them. I gathered a bit of strength knowing my "problem" of being tired would soon be over. I will get to my destination, I'll get a shower and some rest. How would I be present in a moment when I don't know the outcome or if it will end? Will I continue to trust that Jesus is good? Would I be present in a way that reflects the peace, hope and joy I speak about? Big thoughts at 4am with a 9hr layover but maybe they are just what I need right now.