Being There

Well, Father, today has definitely not gone as planned. May Your hand be upon us all. Amen.

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When we woke up, not a single one of us, thought we would be where we are. My wife took her mom to a doctor’s appointment, which eventually became a trip to the emergency room, and now they are waiting for a room to open up at the hospital. We are praying for things to move forward so that she will hopefully be discharged sometime tomorrow, much better off than she is now.

Her dad stayed home, thinking they would probably be back in time for lunch. He was fine through the day but really needs someone with him at night, so here I am. It’s no big deal – it’s just the comfort of having someone here…just in case.

Family. You can choose your mate but none of us really has a choice in regard to the families into which we are born. We have choices after that but definitely not in the beginning.

Some families look spit-polish perfect but absolutely no family even comes close. But as God can take each of us – taking the imperfect – and helps us on our journey to perfection. After time is no more, those of us who have accepted God’s gift of forgiveness and salvation will be perfect.

And with that said, God is at work within us so that we can take even imperfect situations and work in them. None of us chooses to place ourselves in these difficult circumstances. Many of us are blessed with families that give their all, to be there and do what is needed for those we love…regardless of cost.

In our younger years, we had our share of difficulties. And our family was there for us for each and every one.

At this point in their lives, my in-laws are dealing with some difficulties. And we are here for them.

That’s what love does. God gave His all so we could be reconciled in our relationship with Him. And following His example, we, as families, give of ourselves to each other – loving each other – through thick and thin…in good times and bad.

Lord Jesus, help us to serve one another in love. May families that serve You be shining examples of what Your love does for us. Amen.

Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. 1 Peter 3:8 (NLT)

Mar 12^th, 2020, Thurs, 9:33 pm