Concerning Ebola

11/08/2014

 good morning.

Happy new week. How are you doing?

For those of us in the West African region, particularly Nigeria, the past few weeks have caused us to learn more about the Ebola Viral Disease (EVD).

A lot of facts and lies have emerged. One interesting fact for me is that neighbouring countries have been dealing with EVD and Nigeria did not do much in caring about them. We also did not put much in place to protect ourselves against EVD. It tells me that caring about my neighbour is in my best interest. It also reminds me of the city, Laish, in Judges 18.

Apparently, the 10% that survive EVD have to go through intensive care (Perhaps the rates would be higher with early detection?)

 As in other cases, prevention is better than cure. Please wash your hands with soap frequently, minimize contact with others and get yourself tested for early detection. In case you haven't heard, salty water baths/drinks don't help with EVD. It appears that some deaths and injuries were recorded as a result of the hoax about salty water baths/drinks. Please visit www.ebolafacts.com for more information on EVD.

Also, please meditate on the Psalm below.

 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence. He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day; Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee."

(Psalm 91:1-7).

Have a blessed and productive week ahead.