Romans 8:28 NIV — And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

I once found myself in a hospital waiting room twice within a couple weeks. The first time I was waiting as my father-in-law was in surgery. Many family members gathered with us and shared stories and memories while one led us in prayer. I remember feeling so many emotions and thinking how at that moment, all my other worries were less important. 

The second time I waited for my turn to go in for a procedure. The doctor was running behind so I waited with my husband for a couple of hours. As we waited I observed and listened to the life stories of others around me. One lady talked nonstop, probably due to nervousness, about the procedure her nephew was about to undergo. One man waited as his wife had a procedure done following a miscarriage while another man waited as his wife had a leg amputated. My worries and concerns about my impending procedure suddenly seemed so minor and unimportant. The families in the waiting room with me had much bigger reasons for worry. Yet, God was present and waiting with each of us. I took a few moments away from my own concerns to silently pray for each of the families and situations present with me in the waiting room that day.

Who do you know that is in a waiting room season and needs prayer? How can you share the goodness of God with them today?

Let’s pray. Dear God, as I wait today, open my eyes to the situations around me. Allow me to be an instrument of peace and love to others as they wait. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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