One afternoon, after struggling with a problem as I tried to meet a deadline, a co-worker who works in an office in a different state started an instant message chat with me at the exact moment I was thinking of him.

I started to write him the questions that were on my mind. Then I remembered the Word of Life.

“Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour." (Mt 25:13)

I realized that maintaining the relationship with my co-worker was more important than getting my questions answered. So I erased what I had typed and instead asked how he was doing.  It turned out he was sick and had contacted me to let me know he was going home. I encouraged him to get some rest and kept my questions for another time. I was glad I had been vigilant!

B.D., Chicago