Who Knew?

“Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?” The King will reply, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
Matthew 25:37b & 40

Many people get negative feelings about social media. I must admit I probably do not manage my time on Facebook as well as I should. On a positive note though, I have connected with people I never thought I would hear from ever again. Therein lies the blessing.

I had taught school in a military town some thirty or more years ago. We had a close knit group of singles at the church I attended. The church did a great job ministering to young singles both military and civilian.

Recently, I received a friend request from one of the guys who had been in that group. I remember him being a dare devil and many times in trouble with the Army. I also remember occasionally giving him rides to and from places, encouraging him to attend church, and once taking him to my hometown for a holiday. 

Imagine my surprise when he wrote about how my actions impacted him spiritually. I do not remember intentionally witnessing to him, but evidently I had unintentionally. 

His Facebook post both shocked and humbled me as he told how I had shown him the love of the Father. Tears fell as I read what he had written. 

Who knew?

God did. Because of His Spirit in my life He reigned supreme and allowed someone to see Himself in me. I do not brag on myself when I share this story, I brag on Jesus Christ our Lord. I brag because His purpose came to life even when I did not realize it.

Lord, thank You for allowing others to see You in Your children. Help us to remember that Your face shines through in our kindness to others. 

Susan P.