THINK ABOUT IT 7-7-23
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A BLESSING
Blessings can come at unexpected times and in unusual ways. Just a few weeks ago, just before the Sunday morning service, I spoke with a couple and was blessed by what I heard. They told me they were reading the story of William Carey ( called “the father of modern missions).
As the wife spoke about reading the book she spoke with excitement and a smile on her face. I understood how she felt, because I remember how I felt when I read it nearly 57 years ago. When I surrendered to preach I read everything I could find about famous preachers – especially missionaries. I can’t describe how I felt. I was blessed beyond measure.
I mention this because most people have never read these stories and have no idea what they are missing. People need inspiration as well as instruction and one of the best ways to get it is to read about those who have been greatly used of God. You soon realize that cultural “Christianity” is a far cry from what it should be.
Making this experience even a greater blessing is the fact that their daughter was reading the same book. I thank God for that. I wish every young person would be encouraged to read such stories. It could literally change their lives. I pray that this article will inspire someone to start reading such material. Think about it!
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
Humble, Tx.
