“My Father’s Legacy”

A friend of mine came from a war-torn country. He is now studying to become a medical doctor. I asked him why he wanted to be a doctor, and he told me that he wanted to be just like his father. When I inquired further, his explanation blew me away.

His father was a medical doctor who served in his country’s army. One day, an enemy soldier managed to slip into their camp and surprised the doctor. The enemy aimed his gun to shoot him; but just at that moment, one of the army soldiers who had seen the enemy approaching stepped in and shot first. When the smoke cleared, the defending soldier was shot in the leg, while the enemy lay nearby, bleeding from his chest and unconscious.

The doctor did not even hesitate. He left his lucid and kneeling friend and ran to the unconscious enemy to take care of him, to the utter surprise of the other. That day, the doctor saved the life of the enemy soldier, who would have died, had he not received immediate assistance.

My friend told me, “This is my father’s legacy. He made no distinction between people; he knew that everyone is important and worthy enough to receive the best care. Now I want to be just like him.”

What incredible forgiveness and charity, and at the risk of his own life.

This is Our Father’s Legacy. He makes no distinction between us, but showers us all with Love and Healing, because we all come from Him.

Let’s continue His Legacy.