A mistake forgiven, and a BLESSING to share Options

[Ruth]

I must share this with you. For many years I have walked with the Lord. There have been times when I've wanted to say "no" to something He has wanted me to do, but I don't remember that I've ever just said, "No, I'd rather not." but I did that last Saturday. I had a busy morning, and was sitting down to do some knitting when I heard that still small voice saying, "Ruth, our two elderly ladies in the nursing home need a visit today." (Of course, He called them by name, and named where they were.) Since I was already settled on the couch, and had picked up my needles, I replied, "Oh, no, Lord, not this afternoon. I'm sort of tired." I wasn't that tired, but I said "no" to His request, and I was very uncomfortable. He brought them to my attention a second time, and I kept on knitting. No, He didn't give me a third chance to say no, He just was still, and I became rather unhappy. The knitting didn't go smoothly, and my world was just off balance. I knew what I should have done, but I just did not do it. That evening when I was talking to Him He put the question to me, "How would you answer me if it were time for one of them to come Home tonight?" Well, I was just telling Him how sorry I was for not doing His bidding, and when that thought was added - - - well, what would you say? My reply was, "Lord, I'll go tomorrow after church! Help me to remember this, and not say 'no' to You again." So, did I remember my promise? I did. The afternoon was sunny and quite warm. I took my little therapy dog with me, and we went to the nursing home. I was unable to visit one of the ladies because their unit was under a quaranteen, but I did get to spend some time with the other one -- plus staff, other residents, and visitors who stopped me because of my little dog. And, I was able to offer words of encouagement as God directed. The day changed for me and became beautiful and there was a smile on my face and a song in my heart. Some folks who were feeling a bit left out and forgotten smiled, and my warm relationship with my Lord was restored.

When He speaks, LISTEN! You'll never regret the time you can give to our precoius Lord! You've had a similar experience? Tell us aboutit.

Peace,
Ruth

[Citizen]

When He speaks, LISTEN! You'll never regret the time you can give to our precoius Lord! You've had a similar experience? Tell us about it.

Peace,
Ruth

Hi Ruth! It's so good to see you!!!!

I sure have had similar experiences. I love the way you described it - "He just was still, and I became rather unhappy. The knitting didn't go smoothly, and my world was just off balance."

That is a perfect description. I'm so grateful for His grace for all of the times I've been obstinate!

[Himmel]

Aw Ruth, that was a sweet testimony about listing to God's call. We've all been guilty of not always wanting to listen to his call. You're a very sweet and kind servant of the Lord!