There is a prescription, however, that requires no written script, no co-pay, comes with no list of side-effects which are potentially worse than the ailment, and no reason to max out your charge card. It won’t necessarily be filled at Walgreen’s or your local pharmacy and it definitely does not require pre-approval from the insurance company. This prescription is free to all who are heartbroken, emotionally exhausted, suffering from loneliness, and truly in need of a miraculous cure.
You’ve probably guessed that I’m not referring to a little pill that is easily popped into the mouth or a serum injected into your arm. My recommended prescription for ailments of the heart and soul is just a small gesture that requires two open arms to embrace another and three little words – a hug and "I love you". Oh, you might think I’m being naive about the seriousness of depression, anxiety, or any life-threatening disease, or flippant in regard to the life-saving attributes of a miracle drug, but, I can personally attest to the healing power of a warm hug and words of love whispered over me.
I dare say ALL of us as parents have experienced disappointment, sadness, and utter despair when our adult children are faced with insurmountable problems – health, financial, relational, the list continues. When our kids were young, if there was a boo-boo or a problem, we fixed it. But, as our kids become adults, sometimes we just can’t fix it, and it hurts to the core to have to admit it. The problem can be too big, overwhelming, and difficult. It’s just beyond our control.
Recently, my daughters have both suffered devastating blows. It wasn’t because they did something wrong or made bad decisions, it was just life throwing them curve balls. I am proud to say that they have handled themselves as strong, Christian, young women in dealing with their situations. Our entire family has been involved throughout all of this and in all honesty, it has strengthened our familial bond.
As I was caught in a moment of weakness, I had one hell of a pity party. I cried, I moped, and I lashed out at God and asked why He hadn’t shown up to save the day. But in my ignorance, I wasn’t really looking for Him, as He was, most definitely, working in both of my girls’ lives. A friend came to me, not knowing the troubles in my life, and she shared words of wisdom, gave me a huge hug, and whispered words of love in my ear. It was the exact prescription I needed for my broken heart and, most importantly, helped me to see what my role as a mother should be.
And, perhaps the best medicine of all came from a text from one of my daughters. She said, "Just wanting to let you know....I love u mom!". There it was again! The prescription I needed to heal and restore my own emotional health and it came from my own child! I must say that I am absolutely amazed at the ways God tends to us when we find ourselves desperate for help. Even though I’m not sure how this is all going to be resolved for my daughters, my trust in God has been renewed.
I share this with you to encourage anyone who needs a miracle to first look to God who is the Great Physician. There you will find peace that heals all wounds. And lastly, if you know someone who is hurting and suffering and feels life crushing down, open your arms and give them a hug and, if you dare, whisper words of love in their ear. I promise you they will feel the healing power of a no-cost prescription that you can freely give to another.
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