Second Chances

A couple of years ago, Bill did a pick n' save food run for me. He was in a hurry and grabbed the food, and on his way to the car he noticed a check-out girl that he often gets. She was sitting outside, and Bill got the feeling that he was supposed to talk with Cynthia.He ignored the feeling because he had to be somewhere and just came home. That evening, Bill was reflecting on his day,and when we prayed together he asked the Lord that if He wanted him to talk to cynthia, the Lord would give him a second chance and he would obey this time!
Well a couple days later, Bill was back at Pick n' Save and there was Cynthia, sitting in the same place! This time Bill went up to her and asked if she was okay?? She started to cry and told Bill her husband was gravely ill. He had been exposed to Agent Orange in Vietnam. Bill asked her if she would be open to him and the pastor coming over to pray for Cynthia's husband (and for her).Cynthia immediately said YES! Bill arranged a time and he and the pastor went to her house. She lives in the inner city, so it was a little out of their comfort zone.
They found her house, and Cynthia greeted them at the door. She was excited that Bill and pastor Joe were willing to come. She had been feeling quite overwhelmed with taking care of her bedridden husband, her children, the house and work! Whew!!! They asked her first if she would like some prayer, to which she immediately agreed to!
While praying , Bill asked her if she had a relationship with the Lord. She said no, but that she would like one! Bill and Pastor Joe prayed for her and she asked Jesus to come and "take the wheel" of her life! They left her with information of some churches and a name of someone to help get her plugged in. Then they went upstairs and met cynthia's husband. The only thing he could do was raise his hand. Bill and Pastor joe talked with him, and Bill shared that he was also a vietnam vet. They asked him if he would like them to pray for him and he raised his hand. They led him in a prayer, and he responded by raising his hand and saying YES to Jesus also! What a great night! Both Cynthia and her husband were smiling as Joe and Bill left!
The next morning we recieved a call from Cynthia. Her husband had passed away during the night. All of the family commented on the peace in his face, and even had a little smile! None of them had seen such a peaceful pressence in years!
To this day, Cynthia is a friend, has joy indescrible, and is a light to all she meets! If you go to the Brookfield Metro Mart ask for Cynthia and say "HI" from Bill! Let her tell you about her life! She is a miracle...of love, blessing and God's incredible work in her life! Next time you get that "nudge" OBEY!!!! Watch how God will bless you and others!
My friend Heather says "an obiedient heart is a happy heart"!
Thank you Lord, that you give us second (and more) chances!!!!!!