[Bill (1933-2023) and Betty (1937-2024) Yough – Karen’s Parents]
Lord, a good part of our day yesterday brings to mind Ephesians 6:2-3.
“Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise. If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on earth.” NLT
We had the privilege of spending time with Karen’s parents, a nice meal out, some shopping, and sitting and talking. The last several months have been a challenge, to say the least. Following her dad’s broken hip, life has been full of all kinds of hurdles. It has not all been easy or pleasant for that matter, but we have relied on You, Lord, and loved each other.
I’m at that age where those of us privileged enough to still have our parents with us are stretched, sometimes to the breaking point. Physical issues, struggles to maintain independence, and the necessity to switch roles of parent and child can be very taxing. But regardless of the hurdles, honor and love must factor in.
It is undoubtedly not an easy road. But rest assured that we do not travel alone. Just in my small circle, I have cousins working with an uncle recovering from a stroke. I have a family from one of my church’s dealing with the same thing. Another family from that same church has called Hospice in to help care for a dying patriarch. And there are many more of us traveling this road together. But most important of all is that You, Lord, are with us. We can lean upon You, and You will never cease to be there.
May our love for each other be as Your love for us – patient (long-suffering!), deep, non-judgmental, strong, and without end. May we cherish one another in the time we have together. Every moment is a blessing. Amen.
(Since that time, 9 years ago, so many have stepped into glory. All of those I referred to in this post have done so… and the landscape has not changed very much. There are still many dealing with so very much, may my closing prayer still ring true for us all!)
(Apr 3rd, 2017, Mon, 6:37 am)
Jan 5th, 2026, Mon, 11:59 am
Loved this yes we are all going through these things but the Lord walks us through it
Thank you
Thom
You are welcome, Barney. It is hard, but as you said, we are not alone!