Yesterday, as I was waiting to get up to preach at Cashmere, I wondered what was holding up the rest of my family. They’d all gotten a late start, so I’d headed to church without them. They were going to come in time for the sermon, but they still weren’t there.
Suddenly, Alex burst into the sanctuary, his phone to his ear. He hurried up to the platform and said, “Mom and Rishana have been in an accident! They rolled the car!”
Forgetting all about the sermon I’d so carefully prepared, I ran out of the church, leaving a stunned congregation to fend for themselves. All I could think about was getting to my wife and daughter as fast as I could.
When we arrived at the scene, I saw Ana’s car turned over on it’s side, the roof smashed in and the windows broken out. Ambulances and police were already there, but I couldn’t see Ana or Rishana at first. Running towards the wreck I dreaded what I would find.
Imagine my relief when I saw them both standing, being attended to by the paramedics. They were pretty shaken, but okay. The paramedics ended up transporting them to the hospital as a precaution, but, other than sore necks and backs and a couple scratches, they are fine.
Psalm 91:11, 12 promises, “For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you up with their hands so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone.” I’m so thankful his angels were holding up Ana and Rishana yesterday!
Today, be sure to “make the Lord your refuge…make the most High your shelter.” (Psalm 91:9). He promises, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name.” (v. 14). Truly, “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) I’m so thankful we can count on Him!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I think I’ll go hug my wife and daughter for a very long time!
God bless, have a great day, and stay safe!