Some months ago my friend, Tom Heaton, sent me a small supply of cloth wristbands which had been made in Guatemala. Tom and his son, Manuel, are serving as missionaries, caring for the people of Guatemala through a health clinic that provides medical assistance, nutrition and care. And me . . . I have been wearing one of these "prayer bracelets" on my wrist since I received it.
Every time I think about the bracelet, or feel it, I offer up a prayer for Tom and the work. And I've found myself whispering prayers in some unique places: in the grandstand at a high school football game, in the car, or while lifting a cup of coffee to my lips.
We don't have to say flowery or lengthy prayers to remember God's work and we certainly don't have to set aside days or weeks in order to remember others. Rather, our prayers can be whispers and sighs.
I'm also remembering Tom and Manuel and their work through my writing, as I have been giving royalties from my books and CDs to their work. Everyone has something to give. Our creativity, time, and effort can have an impact on others . . . even those who live in another hemisphere.
So, do what you do best. Give as best you can. Pray. Hope. That's something to write about.
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