HOLY SPIRIT COMMUNICATION

The most amazing thing happened to me yesterday: The Holy Spirit spoke me, out loud, in english!

I was driving home from work, and as I got near my apartment building, I made my left hand turn and passed a lady who was walking on the side walk. She was rather elderly, hunched over, and was carrying bags and a cup. I could see that it took great effort for her to walk and cary these items, but I drove past her and continued around the corner toward my apartment.

Right after I made my turn, a voice told me, "turn around and pick her up." I have to admit, at first I said, "no." I didn't want to pick her up; she was dirty and messy, and I didn't want this to be MY responsibility. But again, the Holy Spirit said to me (more sternly, this time) "TURN AROUND AND PICK HER UP!"

Even though I didn't want to perform this act of kindness, I turned my car around and asked the lady if she wanted a ride. She was so grateful. She got into my car and I saw that yes, in fact, she was a little unkempt. She had milk shake dripping off the side of her face and she had somewhat of an odor as well. All I could think about was how Jesus wouldn't care about her odor, so I didn't care either.

I was friendly with her, and didn't end up needing to take her all that far - although it was too far for her to have had to walk in the state she was in. I dropped her off at the home she directed me to and she was so thankful. She said, "God bless you." and all I could say was, "No, God bless YOU."

She got out of the car and I immediately started to weep. I talked with God and told him that I got it. I really and truly understood, and I was so glad that I was obediant in helping that lady. I know that she appreciated my help, but I know that I got so much more out of helping her than I would have ever imagined.

Thank you, Jesus!

SAVIOR

The penalty was paid - the day You died for me
You endured punishment - though never were to blame
Yes, bruised and beaten - You suffered willingly
Poured out your blood - that I could call it victory

The sins of all time - You bore upon the cross
Now Your healing blood calls out - to all who are lost
And although the afflictions of the world - may seem real
It is written - that by Your stripes we've already been healed

The creator of life and inventor of love
Provided salvation, by the blood of His son
And though it is true, on the cross He did die
Three days later, Christ Jesus, surely did rise

Your death, Lord, a horror - but resurrection sublime
And because of that love - I'm now fully alive