God Will Work It Out
“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:26-28 ESV)
In April I had to make an unexpected trip back to Germany. My mom had suffered a stroke at the beginning of April after a medical procedure. I didn’t know how sick my mom really was; only that she no longer could take care of herself. My sister kept me pretty much updated on every move that was made, but I was afraid that I would not make it back in time to see my mom.
On my flight home, I didn’t really know what to pray for. All I knew was that I wanted to see my mom one more time. God granted me that wish. But when I saw my mom for the first time in the care facility, I broke down. Although I was forewarned, I took it harder than I thought I would.
Was it really good to see my mom this way? I just saw her last year; happy, laughing and full of life. Now, she was reduced to the wheelchair, not talking much and no facial expressions. It was hard.
Paul says in Romans 8:28: …”And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good…”
Let me tell you; God does work everything out for the good. Yes, my mom is very sick. Her body is full of cancer and she does not wish for any treatments. But the good part about my visit was that I am close again to my sister. The week I spent in Germany, my sister and I had time to talk. To get to know each other again. We are closer now than we have ever been. The sad part is that it took my mom’s sickness to get us close.
My sweet friends, I urge you to walk through open doors when God opens them for you. No matter the circumstance, make peace with family and friends. Don’t wait until a sickness of a loved one to reconcile.
Lord of mercy and grace. Thank You for the opportunity that you gave my sister and me to reconcile. We are still 6,000 miles apart, but our hearts are closer than ever. I am sorry Lord that it took our mom’s sickness to come close again. I pray that we continue to talk and share our hurts as we have been over the past two months. I am trusting that You will lead us. In the precious name of Jesus. Amen.
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I’m so happy that you and your sister were able to spend time together and reconnect. I’m continuing to pray for your mom.