Three-and-a-half hours had elapsed as my sister’s friends and family waited in the crowded hospital lounge. We were relieved when the physician made her way toward us. With concern in her eyes, she explained to us that the operation had gone well, but she also had bad news. As she was sewing up the incision, the needle had broken off and disappeared into my sister’s stomach. Our hearts plummeted. The doctor assured us that she and her colleagues would find it quickly with the help of X-rays and by possibly widening the incision.

After the doctor left, my cousin suggested that we pray. We started praying quietly and reading scripture. Soon, others in the waiting area started talking and praying for one another. This moment drew us together as we realized that praying for one another can bring healing to our souls.About an hour-and-a-half later, the doctor returned. “I can’t explain it, but the needle rose to the surface, and we were able to pick it right up!” she said. Everyone in the waiting room clapped. A woman sitting next to me said, “Our prayers were answered!”  God answers prayers every day. God wants us to come together in love and concern for one another. When we reach out to one another in unity of spirit, we share the healing love of God and its power to bring us peace.

TODAY’S PRAYER – Dear heavenly Father, thank you for being with us and answering our prayers. Help us to know that your love and grace are more than sufficient. Amen.