I hope all of you are healthy and safe! I want to share a few words with you as a physician, friend, and Christian.
The COVID-19 virus is scary for all of us. No one in the world has antibodies against this virus. There’s no vaccine and minimal medications that can treat this infection. That is why it’s so serious.
As a physician, my recommendation is that you follow the CDC guidelines: wash your hands frequently and stay home, unless you find it necessary to be out of your home. In that case, remain at least 6 feet from another person. For those of you in a high-risk category, be very very careful!
As a friend, I urge you to think of those who may need your help. Many individuals and businesses are dealing with financial hardship. If you can – please help them!
Congress is on the verge of passing a bill that will give many Americans $1000 to help with their financial obligations. If possible, decide to use the money – or some of it, to help others.
Help those who are considered high risk. You may be able to get their groceries so they can stay at home to help them decrease their chance of getting COVID-19. By helping others it will help you focus on others – as well as yourself.
As a Christian, I want you to know that God’s grace and his love is sufficient for all of us – all the time! This was true for Job, the apostle Paul and for me after my go-kart racing accident. His Grace and Love are for you too.
In my book, The Gift Is You, these words may help:
“I have learned that God is no less God when adversity changes our plans. Nothing catches Him by surprise. We can only discover this truly by allowing Jesus to walk by our side through all the good and bad days of our lives”
God knows the trauma you may be going through. Your problems make him sad. He wants to hold your hand and reassure you that he is with you and that he is your ever-present help. Please let him into your life. Let go of your worries and know that he will carry your burdens. I know this is true because at one point after my accident, I thought I had lost everything; my identity, my dignity, and my legs. Yet, I did not lose Jesus. Nothing could take him away from me! His love for me and mine for him grew even stronger during my time of severe tragedy!
I care about all of you. Stay safe!
Love,
David
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him.” Revelation 3:20
Thank you for your wise words. This is so hard for a lot of us. I know that God is with me and he will be there if I need him. Stay safe
Sally, Just BELIEVE!
Dr. Wolf, Thank you again for being such a positive voice for all of us. Your faith strengthens mine. David and I have moved up north to Lake St. Helen. He retired from Ford, but now works from home for an auto supplier. I am retired and I do miss my job and the doctors and staff I worked with. Our kids are well. Kayla is 26 and Dean is 24. Seems like yesterday you were taking care of me and them. Love and prayers to you and your family. K.C.
KC, so good to hear from you and the update. I think of all the times we had together as a patient of mine and a former employee! Stay Safe!
Thank you Dr. Wolf, you and your family also stay safe!
Renee, thank you. Stay Safe!
It was such a surprise to hear from you but at the most
perfect time ! Your words & thoughts are always a GOD
sent… I have had a rough time this winter with my husband’s
many health problems but none that we haven’t conquered.
I think GOD did knock on my door & say that he would get me thru the problems. And we will all get thru our current
problem of the world.
Prayers to all.
Thank you Dr. Wolf for your words of encouragement and truth. I think of the words from Peter when he said, “Lord, to whom shall we go?” As a response to Jesus when Jesus asked him if he wanted to leave. God is our only true hope that we can always rely on. I can’t imagine life without Him. Thank you for being a voice of encouragement and hope. Blessings to you and your family.
Michele, thank you for your words of encouragement! Stay Safe!
Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about your husband’s health. Prayers coming your way. Stay Safe!
Dr Wolf,
You are such an inspiration. Nothing can take me away from my God! Thanks for repeating that, it’s a good reminder!
Julie, thank you so much for your words. It was nice hearing from you!
You are always an inspiration, but especially so at these difficult times that we are experiencing.
I miss seeing you at doctors appointments, can’t believe it’s been 40 years since I first walked into your office.
I hope your family is doing well, we’re hanging in there.
Andrea, so good to hear from you. So many special times. Stay Safe!
Hello Dr. Wolf!
It is so good to hear from you again and sharing your deep faith and relationship with Our Lord and God as we journey through these tough times. I have experienced that ‘faith is not taught, that faith is caught!”
Listening to your reflections have truly reinforced my belief in this statement. Your words come from the depth of your soul, and that’s where we meet GOD!
Thank you for sharing your love of Our Lord, Our GOD.
May the peace of Our Lord be with you and your family during this time.
Chris, thank you for your special words. Stay Safe
Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.
Have faith that GOD can and will use these difficult times to bring about good. I’ve personally seen HIM do it before and he is doing it now! Chose faith and hope over fear each and everyday.
Brad, Thank you for taking time to read my message. The verse from Romans is so true!
Dr. Wolf thank you for the words of encouragement. You and God got me through my pregnancies especially after the miscarriage and having me sent to Hutzel knowing I would not stay at Riverside without my baby. Now these trying times that baby is in a high risk pregnancy with our first grandchild a little girl. Please pray with me for her safety as she has 4 months left. You and I shall celebrate with a chocolate shake when this is over. Gods blessings to you and your family.
Carrie, so good to hear from you. Prayers are coming your way. Please stop by and see me postCOVID 19!