CROSSTRAX!
One man’s view
about the things
that really matter….
Pastor’s thoughts
for February….
I am at the moment reading a book,
“Don’t Sing Songs to a Heavy Heart”
by K C Haugk Ph.D.”
This book is invaluable if you want to be able to help anyone going thru a difficult life changing event. It is a tough read but gives invaluable insights to do and say the right thing to those who are dealing with tragedy in their life.
I was lent the book by a person going through life threatening health issues but did not persevere with it and returned the book. After talking more with that person, I purchased my own copy of the book. I am reading it in short sessions and thinking through what I have read.
It is difficult to relate to people in personal health situations and relating to people who has had someone close to them died. The book will help me walk alongside someone who is suffering. The book is hard to finish but worthwhile in helping those I love and care for.
Like one who takes away a garment on a cold day, or like vinegar poured on a wound, one who sings songs to a heavy heart.
Proverbs 25:20
The proverb is an all-too-human problem each of us faces from time to time. The words and actions we use in our attempts to help hurting people may unintentionally add to their burdens instead of easing their pain.
The book overflows with practical examples and specific suggestions about what to say or do – and what not to say or do. This book will help guide you in bringing Christ’s loving care to hurting people when they need it most.
Ron Paton
TRAX Chaplin