Today's Meditation
Psalm 130:1,2
Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord.
Lord, hear my voice! Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications!
About a month ago we got word that my sister, Joy, had cancer. This morning I dropped her off at the hospital for her surgery. We'd been worried over the last couple of weeks about whether or not her surgery would be canceled due to the current circumstances.
Yesterday, I drove from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia to be with her during this time. It was an eerie drive. There were no cars on the turnpike, only me in my little red Chevrolet Spark and a bunch of eighteen wheelers. I tried, with difficulty, to not allow the apocalyptic cadence of the drive to influence and enter my thoughts about her cancer and today's surgery. I know that the surgeons and the doctors and nurses have trained their entire lives for what they are about to do today, that the hospital has made all necessary precautions to keep her safe, and that I've done everything I can to stay well so that I could be with her. But most importantly, I know that Joy rests in God's hands.
Whatever it is that you are going through today, whether it is anxiety over the world's state of affairs, a family member's need or one of your own, know that God is there for you. God walks beside us during every step of the journey.
This hymn is a long time favorite of mine, especially when I feel the need to be in constant prayer. For me and my family, this particular rendition, with its Spanish verse additions makes it even more special and appropriate for the day.
Stay safe, be well, and may God's presence embrace you this day.
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