Yesterday we went David’s funeral. We’ve known David and his family for many years. David was a carpenter by trade, a skilled craftsman who could turn his hand to most practical tasks – he fitted our bathroom for us.
David was a kind, generous man, always helping someone with something or other. He didn’t made a fuss, worked hard, was always helpful. The verses read were entirely appropriate: ‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart…’
Last night’s news… illustrating David’s wholehearted working:
Buried Treasure: David Moss from Cheshire has been metal detecting for nearly a decade. With his friend Ian Nicholson, he spent six-and-a-half hours excavating two clay pots in north Wales, discovering they contain between 10,000 and 15,000 Roman coins.
Fearing they could be stolen he slept with them in his car for three days. He took them to experts; now they’re being analysed in the National Museum Cardiff.
Hospital Research: Researchers from Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the University of Cambridge have been investigating the treatment of Crohn’s disease, a painful condition characterised by inflammation of the digestive tract.
Traditional treatment starts with milder drugs, then moves on to stronger drugs They’ve discovered that using stronger drugs soon after diagnosis, was five times more effective in controlling the disease. Such treatment could significantly improve patients’ quality of life…
Royal visit: King Charles visited the Pope, attending a service in the Sistine Chapel. He’s the first British monarch to pray with the Pope since the reformation, since the Church of England split from Rome in 1534. After the service the King and Queen had a private audience with the Pope.
The symbolism of Pope and King united, praying together, clearly demonstrates how differences don’t need to lead to division…
Musing… Remembering the full text… ‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters…’ David’s personal, humble, example. Working whole-heartedly to… discover hidden treasures… heal body, mind and spirit… mend divisions by praying together.
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Crohn’s. I was diagnosed with it earlier this year. The infusions are much more expensive and carry more risk, so they tried the ones by mouth all miserable summer. None worked. The infusions are working! I wake up thanking God, go to bed thankful, and am thankful all day long! (I’m also glad I didn’t come down with Crohn’s until I was 80.)
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We have a couple of friends with Crohn’s, Joy., so I know something of the disease, and what you are coping with.. It’s good to read of your continuing faith and gratitude – that God remains good even when we feel bad.
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Work and live with our whole hearts – beautiful, Malcolm!
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Questioning and challenging oneself on enthusiasm and commitment is really helpful.
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