Tonight as I was catching up on my facebook friends, I received a message from a man who I have not spoken to in several years. Chris and I worked in surgery together back in Nashville, and I have not heard from him in a while.
This evening, my old friend and coworker brought tears to my eyes. You see, we worked together for more than three years (and that came to a close about 4 years ago), and during that time I shared what Jesus had done in my life with Chris on several occasions. Each time there was a virtual non-response. Sometimes Chris shared that he understood what I was talking about, but I often felt I was just not helping him much or that I somehow was letting my friend down by not having the right words to reach him. When our family moved back to Missouri, I hoped that there was a seed planted in Chris's heart from our conversations. I have often prayed for Chris, seeking the holy Spirit to somehow us any seed which might have been planted in Chris's heart in order to lead him to Jesus.
Tonight Chris brought tears to my eyes, and I imagine choirs of angels celebrating as he shared that He had turned to Jesus! Tears fell from my eyes as I rejoiced over answered prayers for Chris! Seeds planted four or five years ago have taken root along with others which have been planted since! Thank you Lord God! Thank you for working on us and through us, even when we feel we have not made a difference!
Praise the Lord! Brandon, I remember how serious you were about the Lord even as a young kid. And look at how He's using you. Praise Him! I'd love to see you again and meet your lovely wife someday. (btw--I read this because of your mom's post!)--Angie(Sigler)Pagel
ReplyDeleteAngie,
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear from you. I will have to check out what my mother said.
Are you still in Taiwan? have you run into my friend Jon Ralls?
If you are ever in the Dallas area, please let me know. I would love to introduce you to my family, and our Church family!
In His hands,
Brandon