The Upper Room Devotional 6 July 2022

THE UPPER ROOM 6 JULY 2022 WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

Today’s Topic: Mission Opportunities
Cheryl A. Mart (Texas, USA)

TODAY’S READING
James 5:13-16

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THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Opportunities to offer love and compassion are all around us.

Be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. – Ephesians 6:18 (NIV)

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As a nurse, I ride the hospital elevator often. Each day before going to my floor I pray for visitors who will use the same elevator.

Most visitors are not happy about being at the hospital. Some have traveled long distances, worried and concerned for a loved one.

When I enter the elevator, I always smile and ask, “How is your day going?” With these five words I can enter people’s lives, and God’s work can begin. Some will simply smile and politely say, “Fine. How is your day?” But sometimes the conversation goes deeper.

Responses I have heard include: “My day is not good; my husband had a stroke, and he is not doing well” or “I am so tired; I haven’t slept in days since my son was brought here after the accident.” The elevator ride is quick, so I can only offer brief responses: “I am so sad to hear that this is happening to your loved one. I will pray for both of you today.”

We don’t need a passport or a plane ticket to go on a mission trip. Mission opportunities are all around us. With God’s help we can find ways to share love and compassion with the people we encounter each day. It will be a rewarding experience.

TODAY’S PRAYER
Holy God, help us to look for opportunities each day to serve those who need to feel your love. Amen.

PRAYER FOCUS
Hospital patients and visitors

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