Earlier this week, I was at Home Depot
picking up a few supplies. While I was
there, I wound up discussing an outdoor irrigation project with one of the people
on staff. She helped me find the part I
needed, and that could have been the end of our interaction. However, we got to talking about our families. My wife and I just started fostering a little
girl, and this employee had fostered kids in California for years. She shared a tragic story of some of the very
serious difficulties that her kids faced, but she also spoke of the life changing
power of love. We wound up spending a
fair amount of time listening to each other and acknowledging each other’s
story. I realized I had walked into that
store a little overwhelmed, but I walked away feeling refreshed and
inspired. I love hearing of the power we
all have to change lives.
This Sunday we will be celebrating the 500th
anniversary of the Reformation. This is
a day to remember the people who stood up to corruption and greed within the
church. However, this day should be more than just a
history lesson. Our God is constantly
working to bring renewal, hope, and reformation every day. Whenever a person is freed from abuse, hatred,
or violence, I believe God’s Sprit is active.
Whenever someone realizes new life is available, God’s Spirit is
there. I hope we never discount the
change that God’s Grace can bring.
Blessings!
PB
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