When Last Did You Visit the Hospital to Show Kindness?
When last have you been ill? And when last did you visit the hospital not because you were sick, but simply to show kindness to those who are?
Good Health Is a Privilege We Often Overlook
Many people believe this message is only for the rich. However, both the rich and the poor have important roles to play in the lives of those who are sick. Although you might feel healthy today, someone else is fighting for their life in the hospital right now.
Why You Should Visit the Hospital Even When You’re Not Sick
Most people only visit the hospital when they are ill or have an appointment. Unfortunately, this mindset is wrong. In emergencies, a patient may urgently need blood. I once saw a rich man crying in the hospital saying, “Please give my wife any amount of blood she needs, I will pay anything.”
But the truth is simple — if people do not donate blood ahead of time, there will be nothing available for doctors to use. Clearly, money cannot buy everything.
How a Poor Person Can Assist the Sick
Many people ask, “How can a poor man help someone who is sick?” Surprisingly, there are many ways:
- Donating blood — This single act can save the life of both the rich and the poor.
- Praying — Offering prayers gives hope during difficult health battles.
- Encouraging the sick — A comforting word can lift someone’s spirit.
- Running errands — Many patients have money but no one to help them buy items needed for treatment.
If You Are Rich, Give More
If you are financially comfortable but have never visited the hospital to help the sick, then you are neglecting an important responsibility. Think about how you would feel if your own loved one was in serious condition with no one to assist them.
The Harsh Reality in Hospitals Today
Sadly, many people are dying not because their case is hopeless, but because they lack money for treatment. Due to economic hardship, many hospitals refuse to assist patients without a deposit.
"Give thanks to the Lord for He is good: His love endures forever."
From my recent visits, I have seen things that opened my eyes. While some people are comfortable at home or work, others are lying on hospital beds fighting for life.
Saving a Life Is Priceless
As my mother always says, “Saving a life is worth more than building a house.” After all, a house becomes useless if the owner is gone.
It is wrong to live only for yourself or your family. One day, you too may fall sick, and you don’t know who God may use to help you.
A Call to Action
This is the time to wake up and do what is right. Help strangers just as God commands.
Matthew 25:43: “I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.”
We all share the same flesh and blood. Let us treat each other with love. Visit hospitals, donate blood for free, encourage the weak, and support those who cannot help themselves. When you show kindness, God will surely reward you and protect you from harm.
