Praying

My brother-in-law Fred is in hospital. The reason? A brain bleed. They are not sure why but have said he will not make it. Earlier this year he had a heart attack and although he worked hard to 'come back' from it, it has been a struggle to regain his strength. A week ago, his wife Faith fell down the stairs of their home. The result? a fractured back and a concussion. Things keep working against them and yet they are still drawn together. While Faith is in the hospital, Fred, who is on his own, ends up there, as well, a few days later by ambulance. The scenario is not good, however. They both are ill, yet against all odds, they are brought together by staff for one last time. Where is God in all of this? Can you not see it? The couple who have been together for over 50 years, the brilliant engineer who accomplished so much, was the same man who could not remember where he put his glasses and who continuously asked for help from 'Faithie' his faithful and loving companion. That is love. The 'ying' and the 'yang'. 

Two faithful, purposeful individuals, together serving their God for their lifetime. Two believers who trusted Him with their lives, their finances, their futures. The time is arriving for their departure and they are more than ready to see their faith become reality.

We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield.
In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name.
May your unfailing love rest upon us. O Lord,
even as we put our hope in you.
Psalm 33:20-22