Have you ever have one of those days when you go nonstop from sun up to sun down; that sums up my Saturday, September 25th. I left the driveway at 7:30am to attended an Evangelistic Seminar at Kent Island United Methodist Church an hour drive from home.
The seminar was just where I needed to be, speakers Dr. Robert Coleman and Evangelist Steve Wingfield, at times seemed to be speaking only to me and not the other 100 or so people in the sanctuary.
As I listen and took notes, both speakers affirmed that I am on tract. I guess that I struggle with lack of self- confidence, I am in constant need of affirmation to continue this walk of the evangelist that is erupting from deep inside. God knows the plans that He has for me; why do I question?
Unfortunately, I had to leave the seminar mid-day to continue my busy Saturday. I left with feelings of confidence and assurance that the way I think, the way I act and the way that I yearn to live my life, is in line with God`s plans and purpose for my existence.
Home to pick up Rick and off to Bethany Beach to attended Ginger`s son, Robbie`s beach front wedding. Yes this is the same BFF Ginger, that I dearly love and mention often, as she recovers from her stroke that she suffered from in March.
Robbie, yes I still call this 30 some year old man Robbie; and I share a special God-given bond. We are and always will be in recovery from our addictions. Just 3 short years ago Robbie was held in bondage deep in the pains of his addiction.
By the grace of God I was able to share and encourage Robbie to diligently search and seek a life of sobriety. I thank God for my small part in Robbie`s accomplishments. I thank God for his wife Roxanna, that he met in recovery, I pray that together they will both continue a life of sobriety and a willingness to pay it forward!
The wedding was picture perfect, however I did face one unexpected difficulty. Ginger looked radiant, as she visited each table, welcoming each and every guest with warm loving kiss. She said, "this is what I`m supposed to do".
We sat at a table with 2 couples that where friends of Roxanna`s family; as Ginger graciously welcomed and offer kisses I witnessed looks of surprise and reluctant acceptance of Ginger kissy welcome.
As Ginger continued on her quest, I over heard my table mates say to one another, I wonder what she has in her drink(at this dry reception). I gracefully defended my wonderful friend .
As a society we are so quick to past judgement on one another. I thank God that He put me in just the right spot at just the right time to defend and protect my Best Friend Forever, Ginger!!!!!!!!!!!!
John 15:12-13 My command is this; Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
Amen, I love you Ginger.
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