Last Tuesday, I started feeling pretty bad. Sore throat, coughing, aching and the general blahs. During the week it kept getting worse and I knew I had the flu. Visiting the doctor on Friday, I was given meds and some good advice. Unfortunately, things got worse. After several bouts of dangerously high fever and coughing to where I would give myself a headache, I went to the doctor again. He took x-rays to confirm his fears … pneumonia.
It’s an interesting word when you think of it. Pneu comes from the Greek word “wind”. Air-filled tires are referred to as “pneumatic”. A pneumatic drill uses compressed air to bore its way into the earth. And Acts 2 describes the Holy Spirit descending on the disciples as “a sound like the blowing of a violent wind”. Hence, our term Pneumatology, or the study of the Holy Spirit.
I’m not sure of how long the Lord plans for me to be bedridden, but I’m thankful to have His Word to show me new treasures each day.

Blessings,

-Brent