A little over a year ago, God opened the door for me to own & manage my own business, The Palmer Eye Center. It wasn't an easy door to open, as there were fierce obstacles along the way. What a previous boss meant for harm, God used for good. We were in a trial of huge magnitude, but God used His powerful word to guide and direct us in the steps to take. He also showed me "when you are weak, I am strong". My wife and I had nothing but faith to rely on. But, oh, our adversary didn't know who our counsel was.

I have forgiven this old employer because, like me, he is a sinner. God calls us to forgive one another as He forgave us. I am a child of God, and because I hold that position, I experience His protection and, in this incident, He chose to reveal His justice and righteousness on earth. An unbeliever has no access to His benefits.

God has allowed my new business to prosper and grow beyond my wildest dreams. I give Him all the praise and all the glory!

Richard M. Palmer, M.D., Palmer Eye Center