ColdwaterHotrod Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I know this is long and you may have read it before, but it is worth reading again....... The story below was written by a of Metro Denver Hospice Physician. When I got it I was asked to send this to at least four more people, so that makes you one of the four friends that I chose today - Coldy I was driving home from a meeting this evening about 5, stuck in traffic on Colorado Blvd., and the car started to choke and splutter and die - I barely managed to coast, cursing, into a gas station, glad only that I would not be blocking traffic and would have a somewhat warm spot to wait for the tow truck. It wouldn't even turn over. Before I could make the call, I saw a woman walking out of the "quickie mart" building, and it looked like she slipped on some ice and fell into a Gas pump, so I got out to see if she was okay. When I got there, it looked more like she had been overcome by sobs than that she had fallen; she was a young woman who looked really haggard with dark circles under her eyes. She dropped something as I helped her up, and I picked it up to give it to her. It was a nickel. At that moment, everything came into focus for me: the crying woman, the ancient Suburban crammed full of stuff with 3 kids in the back (1 in a car seat), and the gas pump reading $4.95. I asked her if she was okay and if she needed help, and she just kept saying “don’t want my kids to see me crying", so we stood on the other side of the pump from her car. She said she was driving to California and that things were very hard for her right now. So I asked, "And you were praying?" That made her back away from me a little, but I assured her I was not a crazy person and said, "He heard you, and He sent me." I took out my card and swiped it through the card reader on the pump so she could fill up her car completely, and while it was fueling, I walked next door to McDonald's and bought 2 big bags of food, some gift certificates for more, and a big cup of coffee. She gave the food to the kids in the car, who attacked it like wolves, and we stood by the pump eating fries and talking a little. She told me her name, and that she lived in Kansas City. Her boyfriend left 2 months ago and she had not been able to make ends meet. She knew she wouldn't have money to pay rent Jan 1, and finally in desperation had finally called her parents, with whom she had not spoken to in about 5 years. They lived in California and said she could come live with them and try to get on her feet there. So she packed up everything she owned in the car. She told the kids they were going to California for Christmas, but not that they were going to live there. I gave her my gloves, a little hug and said a quick prayer with her for safety on the road. As I was walking over to my car, she said, "So, are you like an angel or something?" This definitely made me cry. I said, "Sweetie, at this time of year angels are really busy, so sometimes God uses regular people." It was so incredible to be a part of someone else's miracle. And of course, you guessed it, when I got in my car it started right away and got me home with no problem. I'll put it in the shop tomorrow to check, but I suspect the mechanic won't find anything wrong. Sometimes the angels fly close enough to you that you can hear the flutter of their wings... Psalms 55:22 - "Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee. He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." My instructions were to pick at least four people that I wanted God to bless, especially for the remaining months in 2008, and I picked you. Please pass this on to at least four people you want to be blessed. Here is the prayer: "Father, I ask You to bless my children, grandchildren, friends, relatives and email buddies reading this right now. Show them a new revelation of your love and power. Holy Spirit, I ask You to minister to their spirit this very moment. Where there is pain, give them Your peace and mercy. Where there is self doubt, release a renewed confidence through Your grace, In Jesus' precious name. Amen." I know I picked more than four -- you can, too. Remember, when Satan is knocking at your door, simply say, "Jesus, could You please get that for me “. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn&Steph Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Perfect story for our moment. Thanks! Glenn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ati Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 :angel: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdwaterHotrod Posted August 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Perfect story for our moment. Thanks! Glenn He sent me :angel: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 A very touching story CW......Thanks for sharing bud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT/SC2873 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 thanks for sharing. I needed that, especially today. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdwaterHotrod Posted August 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 You're welcome. Most of you know I normally don't post stuff like that, but something kept telling me too, someone here needed to read it other then me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevhead20 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Perfect timing..........thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT/SC2873 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 You're welcome. Most of you know I normally don't post stuff like that, but something kept telling me too, someone here needed to read it other then me. you were right............and that someone was me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f8l-vnm Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Touching story, thanks for posting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherri Leicht Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Very touching Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDT Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I know that people rely on faith to know God, but this act of caring goes beyond faith??????? Thank's, Great Story............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang crazy Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I know that people rely on faith to know God, but this act of caring goes beyond faith??????? Thank's, Great Story............. Thanks really nned that .Havr a bless day!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69dejavue Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 This should be an inspiration to all of us. Not just something to read and comment but rather practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRocks1 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Great story.....I stumbled upon this song, called ''Calling all Angels''..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LeLFaXL8vg...feature=related The lyrics are on the side"more info"...nice pics.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCStangFanatic Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Great story. Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCMO-GT500 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I was very touched by this story. I don't think I can really add much to what has already been said, other than to re-emphasize God's capacity to use us to further his goals. Thanks for posting coldy John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RStangsOC Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 EXCELLENT story Coldy - thanks much for sharing that. Not an overly religious person myself, but I do believe in helping others who are less fortunate when my circumstances permit. Thanks Again Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackBeauty Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 it's always good to be reminded of how blessed we are and to share it with others - lovely story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdwaterHotrod Posted November 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 I know this is long and you may have read it before, but it is worth reading again....... The story below was written by a of Metro Denver Hospice Physician. When I got it I was asked to send this to at least four more people, so that makes you one of the four friends that I chose today - Coldy I was driving home from a meeting this evening about 5, stuck in traffic on Colorado Blvd., and the car started to choke and splutter and die - I barely managed to coast, cursing, into a gas station, glad only that I would not be blocking traffic and would have a somewhat warm spot to wait for the tow truck. It wouldn't even turn over. Before I could make the call, I saw a woman walking out of the "quickie mart" building, and it looked like she slipped on some ice and fell into a Gas pump, so I got out to see if she was okay. When I got there, it looked more like she had been overcome by sobs than that she had fallen; she was a young woman who looked really haggard with dark circles under her eyes. She dropped something as I helped her up, and I picked it up to give it to her. It was a nickel. At that moment, everything came into focus for me: the crying woman, the ancient Suburban crammed full of stuff with 3 kids in the back (1 in a car seat), and the gas pump reading $4.95. I asked her if she was okay and if she needed help, and she just kept saying “don’t want my kids to see me crying", so we stood on the other side of the pump from her car. She said she was driving to California and that things were very hard for her right now. So I asked, "And you were praying?" That made her back away from me a little, but I assured her I was not a crazy person and said, "He heard you, and He sent me." I took out my card and swiped it through the card reader on the pump so she could fill up her car completely, and while it was fueling, I walked next door to McDonald's and bought 2 big bags of food, some gift certificates for more, and a big cup of coffee. She gave the food to the kids in the car, who attacked it like wolves, and we stood by the pump eating fries and talking a little. She told me her name, and that she lived in Kansas City. Her boyfriend left 2 months ago and she had not been able to make ends meet. She knew she wouldn't have money to pay rent Jan 1, and finally in desperation had finally called her parents, with whom she had not spoken to in about 5 years. They lived in California and said she could come live with them and try to get on her feet there. So she packed up everything she owned in the car. She told the kids they were going to California for Christmas, but not that they were going to live there. I gave her my gloves, a little hug and said a quick prayer with her for safety on the road. As I was walking over to my car, she said, "So, are you like an angel or something?" This definitely made me cry. I said, "Sweetie, at this time of year angels are really busy, so sometimes God uses regular people." It was so incredible to be a part of someone else's miracle. And of course, you guessed it, when I got in my car it started right away and got me home with no problem. I'll put it in the shop tomorrow to check, but I suspect the mechanic won't find anything wrong. Sometimes the angels fly close enough to you that you can hear the flutter of their wings... Psalms 55:22 - "Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee. He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." My instructions were to pick at least four people that I wanted God to bless, especially for the remaining months in 2008, and I picked you. Please pass this on to at least four people you want to be blessed. Here is the prayer: "Father, I ask You to bless my children, grandchildren, friends, relatives and email buddies reading this right now. Show them a new revelation of your love and power. Holy Spirit, I ask You to minister to their spirit this very moment. Where there is pain, give them Your peace and mercy. Where there is self doubt, release a renewed confidence through Your grace, In Jesus' precious name. Amen." I know I picked more than four -- you can, too. Remember, when Satan is knocking at your door, simply say, "Jesus, could You please get that for me “. BUMP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangcrazy Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Thank you for posting, printed it hung up and will send to my son also, mickey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFBLUE Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 Great reminder. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 I like that one,thanks Coldy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svttim Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Thanks man, I challange everyone here to find a situation where we all could do the same. I will be on the look out, It's time we wright these stories, not read them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Yoda Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 there is good in all of us, the secrete is trying to find it & then put it to good use everyday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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