One of the units that my husband supports as Chaplain had a tragedy take place this past weekend so he is making a trip up there to help with counseling for the next couple of days. My heart is heavy for a young wife and mother and her three young children.
As my husband and I have talked about this, it made me realize the importance of not being afraid to enter into others’ hurts with them and physically BE THERE when they need someone. It may mean that we ourselves must deal with some pain as we hurt with the other person, but I think that’s the kind of life that Jesus would have us live–the life he modeled for us.
When I got the news that my youngest sister had been killed in a car accident, I called a very good friend to tell her the news. Instead of just talking to me on the phone, she and another friend came over within a half hour to sit with me, cry with me, put their arms around me. I cannot tell you how much that meant.
In the story of Job, his friends were at their best (before they started in on their diatribes!) when they simply came and sat and mourned with Job for seven days and seven nights. I wonder, in our busy lives, how many ministry opportunities do we miss because we don’t have time to just “BE” with someone in their hurt and pain?
If you think of it, and can spare a moment, would you please say a prayer for this confused, traumatized young family. Please pray for comfort and peace as only God can bring.
Praying for that dear family, and for your husband as he offers comfort to them during this difficult time.
I’m so sorry to hear of this. I’ll be keeping the family in my thoughts throughout the day. So much tragedy is going on in the world right now- it’s difficult to take it all in.Blessings to you and yours,
Yes, I have prayed for this young woman and her children and the families. And I’m praying for you and your husband, too. May you all know the comfort of the Lord in this difficult time.
I didn’t see a place to comment on your test post.I am sorry to hear of this tragedy and my prayers go out to them.
I didn’t see a place to comment on your test post.I am sorry to hear of this tragedy and my prayers go out to them.
@Missionfieldof5–Thank you for letting me know about the comment form. I think I fixed it!Thank you everyone for your prayers for this family.
@Missionfieldof5–Thank you for letting me know about the comment form. I think I fixed it!Thank you everyone for your prayers for this family.
this was very convicting to me.. I am NOT good at the “go and just be there” I will make meals from a far, I will make phone calls, I will babysit… all might be needed, but I dont just go and sit and be. I need to work on that.