Worst of Times, Best of Times, Jun 2013

Things happen so fast. More than two months into the recurrence of Doris’ cancer on March 25, she started her oral chemotherapy on Tuesday (28th). Praise God, she did not suffer side effects this time. Unfortunately I was not by her side because I have to fly again. I can only entrust her health and well-being into God’s loving hands, and many people who stepped up, including her sister, coworkers and church sisters. I count God’s blessings because it was the worst of times and the best of times.

 My trip to Hang was a blessed one, better than all the previous ones because the class size of 25 students is much smaller. The students are older and understand Greek grammar better because they are at the Master’s level, not Bachelor’s. The people are so friendly that they took me to the Lake twice in five days, amazing. I was very satisfied with my achievement and made new friends there. I would like to return there but my priorities have changed. First is wife, second is writing, third is missions, fourth is young coworkers. With wife’s health there would be adjustment in the ministry and missions. Overseas it is wiser to focus on D. Min classes and new places, all within five days and return by weekend.

 On the local front, I am wrestling with more responsibilities. So far the PTH ministry is right on track, the staff has done a superb job, and things have stabilized. I am still praying for the Lord to reveal to me how I can best use my gifts in Hong Kong without sacrificing missions and publication.