Selection Day

Selection day ... The day we either make people's hope and dreams come true or give them sad news. There's no way to tell how many people will come, but we are expecting hundreds. We have already heard that they are lining up in preparation to be seen. As this day quickly approaches it has got me thinking ... How can I best serve these people? I've been assigned the task of screening the patients. I will be one of the first people they come in contact with. Essentially I am the first yes or no. "Yes you can see the surgeon for his opinion" or "Sorry, but we cannot help you." I'm a little wary of the day. My biggest hope is that even in the sad times, when I can't give them the opportunity to have surgical healing, I can at least look them in the eyes and smile. Maybe share a little of my joy with them and lead them to a group of designated people who can ask God, the ultimate healer to step into their lives. I'm asking that all of you that read this blog just stop right now and just say a little prayer for my team and the African people we come in contact with. I've seen God work miracles on the ship before. I am believing that he can do it again! Thanks and I will update you on the day soon!