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Take a Knee: paying now to play later
Posted by: | CommentsHello! I hope you’re enjoying the final month of 2009.
I know MY month began pretty eventfully:
On Tuesday, December 1, I had knee replacement surgery.
My knee had been causing me trouble for awhile, but still, choosing to have surgery wasn’t easy. After all, I wasn’t looking forward to the pain or the recovery time. Plus a few weeks of down time weren’t easy to fit into my schedule.
But this year it became clear that knee replacement couldn’t be put off any longer. I began to see how it could increase my mobility and decrease my physical discomfort. In the end, I decided that by paying with a little discomfort now, I was freeing myself to play later: through speaking and leading…. AND literally playing with my grandangels.
So last Tuesday I had knee surgery in Chicago. I’m happy to say that the entire procedure went very smoothly, with no complications. They had me on my feet within a day, and I was ready to go home Thursday. By Saturday I was resting so comfortably that I was able to Tweet my college football predictions.
Today, one week after surgery, I’m recovering well. The physical therapist says that I’m making good progress, and the pain has continued to be manageable. I’m already sure that this surgery was worth it.
Also, I’m deeply grateful for all of the prayers and encouragement I’ve received from so many of you via Twitter and Facebook. With your support and prayer, I feel confident that I’ll continue to improve and keep my commitments for coming weeks.
I’m thankful for you! I’ll keep you up to date on my progress.
Thank yous and News
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s just over a week since my mother’s memorial service, and I’m still amazed at the outpouring of support for our family. Thank you for your encouragement!
In a return to my normal speaking schedule, I’m guest preaching Sunday at the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California.
The Crystal Cathedral, founded by Robert A. Schuller in 1955, is the home base for the international Crystal Cathedral Ministries, including a congregation of over 10,000 members and the internationally televised “Hour of Power.”
In recent months, Dr. Schuller has introduced a new and exciting format for Sunday sermons and weekly broadcasts. Each week, he invites influential believers, preachers, and leaders to share their hearts with both the home church and international audience. In past weeks, the Crystal Cathedral has hosted Bishop Kenneth Ulmer, Walt Kallestad, Tony Campolo, Ben Utecht, Becca Cook, and Bill Butterworth.
This week I’m honored to share the platform with Dr. Schuller, along with model and author Kathy Ireland, and musician Mark Schultz.
If you’re in Southern California this weekend, I’d love to see you there. Here is information on location and times.
Hour of Power will broadcast the weekend messages in a few weeks, both on television and online. They also offer a variety of podcasts.
Thank you again for your loving messages of hope. We still rejoice in my mother’s ultimate healing and joy.
Greetings from Asia!
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s Monday evening here in Manila, Philippines. I arrived on Sunday, and since then I’ve been adjusting to the time difference and revisiting the wonderful culture and cuisine here. Although I wasn’t too disappointed to be greeted at the airport with…
Krispy Kreme Donuts!
Yes, my hosts met me with a box of Krispy Kremes. One more reason why this is going to be a fantastic visit to Asia.
At the last minute, Margaret and I decided that she would stay behind. We’re doing some renovations on our home, and we both thought it wise for her to be available to the contractors. Of course, this means that my hosts here have to put up with me alone – without her gracious presence. But as usual, they are taking great care of me.
Tomorrow (Tuesday) I speak here. Then I’m off to Shanghai, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur to talk more about leadership and dreams. I’ll be back on American soil the first week of July.
This isn’t my first visit to this continent, and I truly love teaching in Asia. Even when I experience a language barrier, I can sense the hunger and desire to grow in everyone I meet.
In a few venues, I’ll get a chance to teach on the message of my book, Put Your Dream to the Test. The idea of examining your dreams has connected in every culture I’ve shared it with so far. And I look forward to seeing people’s reactions here.
If you want to know more about Put Your Dream to the Test, you can use the “look inside” feature on Amazon.com.
I’m trying to share some of my day-to-day experiences via Twitter. So be sure to follow me if you want to stay up-to-date.
Magandang gabi!
(“Good evening” in Tagalog)
(Yes, I had help with that.)






