Bonnie’s story

After praying for my neighborhood, God put a few specific neighbors on my heart. One couple was planning to move soon and I knew I wouldn’t see them again if I didn’t take the opportunity to visit them now.

It was 8:00 at night and getting dark as I walked down the street. I almost passed their house thinking it was too late to stop, but I felt the urgency to stop anyway. Ted opened the door and warmly welcomed me. As I sat with him and his wife, we shared stories of our past and future plans. I mentioned how God had helped me through difficult times. He asked me how I had learned about God and I had the opportunity to explain as well as share the Gospel message. I told them how Jesus came to pay for our sins so that we could become children of God.

They listened intently, and I asked if they were ready to say “Yes” to Jesus, but they weren’t ready to verbalize their belief in Him quite yet. However, they were interested in next steps, so I encouraged them to download a Bible app. I told them to read the Gospel of John to get acquainted with Jesus and what He has done for us.

I will continue to pray for, and encourage them, as long as they are willing. Glory to God for giving me that opportunity!  I almost missed it!