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-six years ago 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 our son is a healthy young man, married, father of two children 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. I agree with the wisdom writer. He 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 more than three decades ago. The people who helped us through that important moment in life impressed me. Today caregivers will have opportunities to help people as they experience hospitalizations for all sorts of health concerns. May each of us extend compassionate touches to those around.
A prayer: God be with us today. Amen.
--Ben Keckler
04.26.11
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