Wisdom seems to be the answer......but what if you have no wisdom to give....??

I prayed this morning for wisdom.  I wish I could have the right words to help others when they are hurt or distressed.  This new year has started out with loved ones in difficult distressed situations.  I was put on this earth to help others.  I just do not know how I am supposed to do that.  In my quiet sheltered life there are loved ones experiencing major surgeries, accidents, suicides, unexpected deaths, and terminal illnesses.

My sister in Texas just had major surgery and I wanted to be there to help her when she started her healing process.  I was hurt when she told me that she would rather not have me there because she did not want me to see her hurt and upset.  I stepped away from the situation to respect her wishes.  I am not going to lie I was down that she did not feel comfortable enough to have her sister there to help her.  I have chosen to pray for her because I did not what else to do.

One of my good friend's son just had a snowboarding accident.  Her son is now faced with paralysis from the knees down on both legs.  My heart shutters with pain as I write this.  My husband and I went to the hospital to show our support for this precious boy and his family.  My friend is still in shock over her son.  I did not have the words to say to her to help her feel better.  In fact, I felt like I was a burden to her.  We spent a few hours at the hospital and listened to them talk about what happened in the critical hours after the accident happened.  Again, we want to be there for them.  I don't know if they will take us up on our offer.  What I do know is that I will not stop praying for this precious family and for their extraordinary son.

I don't want to be a downer because it is just not in my personality.  This year is supposed to be about recognizing and appreciating the blessings given to us every single day.  However, I am faced with these situations that are going on around me and all I want is WISDOM!!!!  I want the right words to lift these people up.  I want them to reach out to me, so I can help.

I believe in prayer.  I will not stop praying.  I know Jesus hears me and will not give up because prayer does work.