It is difficult to watch the major news syndicates without a bottle of Mylanta and blood pressure kit close at hand. The percentage of negative compared to inspirational is about 99% to 1%. I may be a little high on the inspirational!
But I’m reminded occasionally of how much good there is “out there.” And, like yourself, I wish we could hear more about those special moments.
I recently came across the following photos. They were taken in a surgical room shortly before a transplant procedure. The father and mother are kissing their dying little girl goodbye. Less than an hour later, two small children in the next room received a kidney and a liver from this little girl. The third picture is of the medical staff bowing in honor and tribute to the courage and compassion of this special family.
This story is special for a lot of reasons. It awakens our nobler instincts in a world that is cruel and heartless. It reminds us that there is “good” out there. It encourages us to continue doing good as we have opportunity.
I like these words from Paul:
“And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary.
So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” - Galatians 6;9-10
O Father, settle such a will into our hearts. In the midst of so much evil may we keep our faces and hearts turned toward you the giver of every good and perfect gift. Save us from the cold crippling grip of cynicism. May we live each day in the refreshing power of knowing the wisdom that is found in rendering compassion, kindness and service wherever we have opportunity. For in due time we shall reap. Amen
Randy Daugherty
Stephenville, Texas
wow!
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