This past Sunday after the 6:45 service, I went to Arby’s to get a quick bite to eat for dinner. I was surprised to see that there were two students, Jake and Kaleb White, from our student ministry in there getting some to eat as well. I knew that I was not going to be able to sit and eat with them, so it was good talking to them while I was trying to decide what to get and they were waiting for their food.
Oddly enough, I was having a very hard time deciding, but one of the students stood up there with me. I finally made a decision and Jake asked me what I was going to get, so I told him! He preceded to give the lady enough money to cover my meal.
Of course, I tried to tell him not to, but he was persistent! His response to me was awesome. He said, “Alden, I would just take that money and spend it on something useless, at least this way I can bless someone.” WOW!! It challenged me to think about the times that I could bless someone and I have not done it! I know that from this experience I will be more aware of my surroundings and the people that are present. We should all look for those opportunities to be able to bless others! Jesus has blessed me so much, that I should see it as a privilege to be able to give something to other people.
Jake, thank you for teaching your youth pastor a lesson the other night! I am proud of you for listening to the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to guide you. You have grown is some amazing ways since the first time I met you. I am looking forward to seeing how Jesus is going to grow you and lead you in future. Keep making Jesus famous in your life!
That’s AWESOME AE….wow
Dang. I love that kid! It’s so easy to forget how important the job you and your leaders do is because we don’t always get to see results for the work, but stories like this put it all back into perspective. Thanks for sharing Alden!