Samaritan




	WRITE 2 THE HEART Stories that are aimed "Write 2 the Heart" September 25, 2002 Cheryl Speir, Editor, moderator@write2theheart.com ----------------------------------------------------------- By subscription only! Welcome to your latest issue of "Write 2 the Heart" ------------------------------------------------------------ *** Special Announcement* All dates for September and October have been filled. Each author will receive a mouse pad. There will be another author appreciation gift for November, December and January. I'm not going to tell you what it is right now, but I think you will enjoy it. To submit your original heartwarming story, email it to: moderator@write2theheart.com ------------------------------------------------------------- I admire Annettee keeping a prayer journal. She has written records in her hands of the goodness of God and prayers answered. ------------------------------------------------------------- An Angel Or A Good Samaritan? by Annettee Budzban ------------------------------------------------------------- "Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it." Hebrews 13:13 (NIV) I knew it was weathered and worn, that mighty oak in my back yard. But lack of finances as a single mother kept me from cutting it down. I was on a wing and a prayer with this one. The wind was blowing extremely hard when I went to bed that night. I was even awakened by the thunder a few times. Each time I awoke, I prayed for protection over the two bedrooms that were close to this tree. When I got up the next morning, I could see why God had placed it on my heart to pray.... That old tree had cracked and broken in two. Half of the tree was lying in my yard with its debris all over, and the other half was strewn on top of my neighbors garage. I looked at the mighty oak and the mess in my yard, and the other half on my neighbor's garage. I wasn't really sure what I was going to do. For me it was another frustration of being a single mother and homeowner who needed help around my house badly. But I felt the need to hold on to my home, because I really didn't want to shift my children into apartment living. Now this tree problem was more than I could handle. So I started my quest to have this mess removed pleading with each call... "A large storm blew in last night and broke my tree in half. My urgency is that half of it is lying on the roof of my neighbors garage, and I don't think they are too appreciative." I quickly found my quests for success waning when I heard the price for this tree's removal. Despite my plea for mercy, quotes were starting at....$350.00, and this did not include the removal of the tree once it was cut up in pieces. That could cost another $200.00. " Lord, where would I come up with this money? " After the first day I just continued to place it in God's hands. My neighbors had not yet pressed me in any way, so I just kept going to prayer to receive enlightenment, on how to solve this problem. On about the third or fourth day after work, a friend came by and asked if I would like to go out for some dessert.... her treat! She knew how troubling this tree episode had been, and wanted to take my mind off of it for a little while. We had a great time eating cake and laughing. As she pulled in front of my house to drop me off, we sat in the car for a few more minutes to laugh and joke. Humor felt good, and Jeannie was always full of it. While sitting in the car, we saw a man on a bicycle turn the corner, pull into my driveway right past us, and approach my front porch. I quickly got out of the car to see what he wanted. To my relief he appeared to be an angel in disguise, when he reported to me .... "I see you have a tree that needs to be cut down and removed." He continued, "I could remove that tree for sixty-five dollars." I was stunned at the offer, but I had to reply... "Sir I do not have sixty-five dollars, maybe you could return on Friday?" He said, "No problem." He would come tomorrow remove the tree, all it's remains and come back on Friday for his pay. I was wondering, just where this good Samaritan came from? Then I knew....It was in answer to my prayer. As I tried to make sense how to remove my tree I could come up with no way out. But trusting in God, He found the way out for me. Was this an angel I was entertaining in my midst? I am no longer single, and my children are all grown. I came across this memory in the many prayers answered in my journal. Ihave the dates all jotted down. I still can't help but wonder who really removed this tree? Was it .... "An angel or a good Samaritan? " Annettee Budzban ahrtwrites2u @ aol.com (You are encouraged to write to the authors to let them know what you think of their story, just remember to remove the space before and after the @ symbol. The space is placed in the address to protect our writers from viruses and email harvesting programs. Have a comment on today's story? Send it to: moderator@write2theheart.com) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Annettee Budzban lives in Wildwood, IL. She has a writing ministry, Writings From The Heart, and sends devotions to friends and others. She has a devotional book "Life Changing Inspirations", and writes a weekly devotional column for, The Daily Herald. She has been in e-zines and magazines. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Letters From Our Readers --------------------------------------------------------------- A beautiful remembrance by Debra Davidson. True love is the Spirit of God working within us. You have shown your father true love--and your daughter will never forget it. Paul Leadem www.leadem.com * Another great story by Deb! The Scottish kilt being worn by Emma was a very special way of paying tribute to her grandfather. Deb has a wonderful talent of touching the hearts of her readers. ~ Pamela * Dear Betty, "Praise The Lord"! What a delightful story. I hope the person who took your car, and then only kept the key ring, will have a changed outlook on life. God is good! I definitely believe in praying. We may not always receive the exact results we ask of Him, and we never know His reasons. It is always a comfort for me to know He is always with me, especially when I'm ill because of my COPD. I agree, He does use us to complete His plans. I like to think being ill has made me more compassionate with others who live with chronic health problems. My niece has MS. Her positive attitude is amazing. She has a wonderful husband, and they both have great faith in God. May God continue to bless you. Pat *** Cheryl.....Just wanted to let you know I received my mouse pad today! Really a nice one!!! It got here so quick! Thanks so much! Betty King Out Of Difficulties Grow Miracles - Jean de La Bruyere --------------------------------------------------------------- Cheryl's Corner The Ladies Retreat was great. You should have seen the horses with colts by their side in the fields. It was a beautiful site. I didn't get to play any pranks, someone told on me! (I love you any way Patricia.) We are preparing for Tropical Storm Isidore, it should be over us around midnight. I plan to sleep through it. I guess this means more limbs to pick up tomorrow. God Bless Cheryl ----------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------- © 2002 Write 2 the Heart Nothing may be reproduced or published without the written permission of the individual author or copyright owner. All rights belong to the authors. --------------------------------------------------------------- All subscriptions sent to your e-mail free of charge.