Greetings fellow missionaries,
As you are all aware of by now I have been very sick the past couple of days; I can honestly say that this past Sunday was one of the worst days I have ever experienced and it is only by the grace of God that I got through it. I have been diagnosed with type 4 malaria, an amoeba similar to giardia, and a bacterial infection. I have been receiving iv treatment the past few days and I am feeling much better though I am still very weak. I was discharged this evening and if there are no problems will head back to Dano tommorow. I will continue treatment for the malaria, the parasites, and the infection for the next week or so and then (hopefully) I will be much better.
I am in a difficult position that I am requesting you to bathe in prayer. The malaria has left my body weak and my immune system down, this means that at best I will just be fatigued for the next 3-4 weeks and at worst I could have a relapse or catch a different virus/bacteria. The doctors at home are recommending I come home as soon as I am well enough to travel and the doctors here seem to think that I will be ok for a a few weeks if I choose to stay. What I want you to pray for is that I will do what God leads. I have received many opinions on what I should do and I have my own thoughts as to what I would like to do, however those come secondary to what God wants me to do. Please pray that God gives me wisdom in this situation as to when I should come home and that He leads me in whatever path is His will. I love you all and thank you so much for your prayers!
Your fellow missionary,
Ryan
ps. Don't be discouraged by this setback, God works in mysterious ways and I am confident that somehow this experience has contributed to His glory, even if I never know how.
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfrot overflows. If we are distressed, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted it is for your comfort, which produces in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we suffer. And our hope for you is firm, becase we know that just as you share in our suffering, so also you share in our comfort."
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
13 comments:
Glad you are feeling better man. Do what you think is best.
Ryan,
We are all praying for your quick recovery. The Lord places us in many different situations. It is up to us to look for ways to glorify Him. Rest well and get stronger.
you have amazing faith and a humble spirit. Coming home from the battle front to rest, repair, and recharge is no sign of a weak man. You've proven yourself to be a strong and faithful servant. I have every confidence that you will be given the right answer, and whatever that answer is the Lord will have it covered.
So glad to hear that you are better. Thank you for sharing your faith and story.
We are so glad to know your doing better. You have been in our constant thoughts and prayers.
I think you need to do what is best for your health. If coming home, getting the best care, and rest strengthens you for the long term then you need to take it into conderderation.
I'm sure God has big plans for you Ryan, you need to be in the best health to carry them out, not just now, but also in the years to come.
No matter where God leads you, we love you, and are very proud of you.
Robert Keltner
My mom forwarded me the link to your blog and I just wanted to let you know I am praying for you!
Lisa (Livingston) McSpadden
Ryan, Through Jim Caldwell and one of his nieces I was directed to your blog. I wanted to write because I faced a similar situation a few years back when I wanted so desperately to return to Ghana, W.Africa on a short term mission trip. I had contracted a medical condition which could have gotten worse if I had made the trip--even to the point that it might have threatened my long range minstry. As much as I hated to do so, I finally chose to by-pass the opportunity. This year I plan to return in November. What I am saying is that your long-term service to the Lord must be seriously considered as you weigh your options. I will be praying for the Lord's wisdom as you make your final choice. I am thankful for your faith and commitment to Jesus and His missions.
Your Fellow Brother in Christ, Ralph Weinhold (Dardanelle, AR)
My grandma says she always says a fervent prayer whenever you come to mind, as well as I do. Glad to hear you're better (although I've known that for a while) and I hope you get better each day.
I have been praying for you, and hope you continue to improve, and pray that God will guide you into the wisest decision for your health and everyone concerned. Just remember that God can and will use you anywhere :)
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