The events of today can only be explained as a God instance, leading me to center of God’s will for a moment in time. Stir crazy from not being cleared to go back to work yet, I spent 2 hours spring cleaning, purging my lame wardrobe. After running an errand, I felt compelled to find a quiet restaurant to read and write for a while. What followed next is best described as a Happy Meal at McDonald’s.
After enjoying a small treat from the dollar menu, I began reading a few chapters of the Bible, jotting down interesting details. Before I started my prayer journal, a stranger approached with a few questions. Noticing my Bible, his curiosity led to an hour long conversation. Fifteen minutes later, a bystander joined the fray, adding to what I had begun. To my surprise, this passionate woman was the mother of one of my former students. When she departed, our discussion continued, reflecting on the temptations in life.
Although the conclusion wasn’t earth shattering, a seed was planted in a heart whose soul has been influenced by the hypocrisy of Christian leaders. In life, God doesn’t force anyone to believe. Rather, the apostle Paul suggests individuals are surrounded by visible and invisible qualities of a higher power, Romans 1:18-20. Thus, anyone who is longing for a deeper meaning to life should start by soaking in the words of Christ, Romans 10:17, so that one day their minds will be renewed. If you’re thinking about driving through or ordering take out, you might miss an encounter of a lifetime. Therefore, slow down, kneel and ask the Holy Spirit for the words to share as you dine out.
by Jay Mankus
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