Well it finally happened. I missed a Sunday due to illness. I have been assigned as a pastor in the United Methodist Church for 27 years, 20 of them here at Woods Chapel. I have never, ever missed a Sunday due to illness, until yesterday.
When I went to bed Friday night, I knew I was in trouble. You could feel it coming on. I did get a flu shot on Thursday, but I don't know if that is to blame. Sore throat, sore sinuses, lungs full, body aches and pains. My arms feel like they weigh 100 lbs each. Saturday morning, I knew I had to call it. There was no way that I was going to be there. I sat in the recliner for 36 hours. I don't remember when the last time was that I felt like this.
I feel so bad for not being there. I feel so bad for asking Karen to preach for me with zero notice. I feel bad for feeling bad. I am sorry to let everyone or anyone down.
I know that people get sick, I just don't want to be that guy. Thanks for putting up with me being sick. I look forward to being with you this coming Sunday.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
We missed you, of course, but do not feel bad. This gave me my first opportunity to hear Karen and I thought she did a great job. Feel better soon!
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