Flame of the Woods, India

Texting and talking on her phone, the young woman seemed oblivious to her surroundings. It reminded me all the more to be aware of those who come into the range of my voice. Sitting there silently praying for her, I observed that she might be of Indian descent.

Looking through the window, I saw a man sitting outside who might also share her ethnicity. The Spirit tugged at my heart and I was reminded of the dear friends I have in India.

In my mind I could see them in their homes celebrating life. I was moved to pray for fiends I had not been with in a long, long time. I thought, “This is why I am here and what I am to do.”

What are you reading?

Approaching the register, I was behind a young man getting a refill. I could not read the full title of his book but the word “theology.” was pretty clear. I simply asked what he was reading.

Sitting down together, the conversation continued. He shared that he was a student in seminary working on a degree in counseling. We talked for a while before we both had to leave. He asked if I had a card so he could have my name and number.

I wanted his info too so I asked him to spell his name . As he spelled “Saju,” he said, “It is Indian.” Needless to say, that extended the conversation.

He wanted to know if I came there often and I said, “Every Friday.” He gave me permission to write about our meeting and said he would look for me next week.

God continues to amaze me.

  • Sitting in a coffee shop praying for my friends in India because two of the customers reminded me of them.
  • Meeting a third person whom I discovered actually was form the homeland of my friends.
  • Getting to have a conversation with him.
  • An open door to continue the conversation. . .

Take the time right now and pray for your friends who are far, far away. Look for some new friends who are very close.

Grace and Peace,
Terry

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