A Hospital Experience
“When God gives anyone wealth and possessions
and enables that person to enjoy them,
to accept their lot and be happy in their work—
this is a gift of God.”
--A wisdom saying (Ecc. 5:19)
Thirty-three years ago on April 26 at about 7 AM we arrived at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our household was about to have a memorable hospital experience. For the next 15 hours I sat with my wife as she went through the pains of birthing our 5 pound, 13 ounce baby boy. The hospital stay was extended a few more days than anticipated due to some complications that, in the scope of things, were significant but minor. Today Kevin is a healthy young man, married and enjoying life. He is happy in his work, happy in his role as a volunteer firefighter and is able to enjoy the wealth and possessions that have come his way. He too has had a “hospital experience” with his wife and their daughter is one of those special treasures in my life. I agree with the wisdom writer. Kevin is truly a gift of God experiencing God’s gifts for him.
I still remember the work of the child birth team. We had a good hospital experience over three decades ago. The people who helped us through that important moment in life impressed me. Today, those of us who work in a hospital will have opportunities to help people as they experience a hospital. May your compassionate touches bless the lives of patients and families as they have their hospital experience.
A prayer: God be with us today. Amen.
Ben Keckler
04.25.08
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