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... ," she managed to choke out." I hoped you would ," said the clerk gently." I'll have them ready in a minute"" Thank you. What do I owe you ?"" Nothing. Nothing but a promise to allow God to heal your heart. The first year's arrangement is always on me ... maturity that would allow her to empathize with others who suffer. She has no idea what I'm feeling, thought Sandra with a shudder. Thanksgiving? Thankful for what? She wondered. For a careless driver whose truck was hardly scratched when he rear-ended her? For an airbag that saved her life but took that of ... ," she managed to choke out." I hoped you would ," said the clerk gently." I'll have them ready in a minute"" Thank you. What do I owe you ?"" Nothing. Nothing but a promise to allow God to heal your heart. The first year's arrangement is always on me ...
... ready in a minute. Then, every time you see them, remember to appreciate both good and hard times. We grow through both"" Thank you. What do I owe you ?"" Nothing. Nothing but a pledge to work toward healing your heart. The first year's arrangement is always on me" ... empathize with others who suffer." Had she lost a child? -No -she has no idea what I'm feeling ," Sandra shuddered." Thanksgiving? Thankful for what ?" she wondered." For a careless driver whose truck was hardly scratched when he rear-ended her? For an airbag that saved her life but took that ... ready in a minute. Then, every time you see them, remember to appreciate both good and hard times. We grow through both"" Thank you. What do I owe you ?"" Nothing. Nothing but a pledge to work toward healing your heart. The first year's arrangement is always on me" ...
3. Inspirational Stories - Most Recent Index [Stories]
... The 81st Floor Of World Trade Tower Two Symphony Of Summer Praise Taps -Story Of Two Soldiers Teach The Childern Teddy'bears Call Teacup Story Thank God For Pain Thank You Lord Thanks For The Thorns Thanksgiving The Angel Penny The Angel Project The Apple Basket The Ant And The Grasshopper -Surprise The Auction The Bag Lady And Thanksgiving Dinner The ... Lopsy Believing -Still Kindness Is Contagious Dreams As Special That's Everything Puzzled Christmas Story Santa -Married Her My Christmas Landscape The Lady's Hug Little Bell Little Boy Lost Thankful For A Purpose The Gift The Forgotten I'm Proud Of You One Piece At A Time This Is The Moment It's Never Too Late Lucky The Dog Enough For Now Making ... Sunday Stranger Struggles Surviving The 81st Floor Of World Trade Tower Two Symphony Of Summer Praise Taps -Story Of Two Soldiers Teach The Childern Teddy'bears Call Teacup Story Thank God For Pain Thank You Lord Thanks For The Thorns Thanksgiving The Angel Penny The Angel Project The Apple Basket The Ant And The Grasshopper -Surprise The Auction The Bag Lady ...
4. Inspirational Stories - Alphabetical Index [Stories]
... Tower Two Symphony Of Summer Praise Take The Plunge Taps -Story Of Two Soldiers Teach The Childern Teacup Story Teddy'bears Call Tenth Letter -Alphabet Thank God For Pain Thank You Lord Thankful For A Purpose Thanks For Listening Thanks For The Thorns Thanksgiving -Old Fashion Way Thanksgiving Thanksgiving We Won't Forget That's God Talk That's Everything The Christmas Carol The ... Of Tomorrow A Race Prayer A Radiant Glow A Rose Is A Weed Is A Rose A Special Child And The Tuck-stop A Story To Live By A Thankful Thanksgiving A Tiny Drop Of Water A Tug A Walk In The Forest A Working Holiday Above The Storms Absolutely Incredible Admire Their Glow Advantage Of The Storm Amen Crackers An ... Floor Of World Trade Tower Two Symphony Of Summer Praise Take The Plunge Taps -Story Of Two Soldiers Teach The Childern Teacup Story Teddy'bears Call Tenth Letter -Alphabet Thank God For Pain Thank You Lord Thankful For A Purpose Thanks For Listening Thanks For The Thorns Thanksgiving -Old Fashion Way Thanksgiving Thanksgiving We Won't Forget That's God Talk That's Everything ...
5. Inspirational Stories - Random Index - 799 Stories [Stories]
... Harvest Grandma's Hands Jesus Really Does Love You Secret Day Stone Cutter Can You Keep A Secret Kitchen Windows Frank Riddick's Bicycles Above The Storms The New Guy Thank You Lord Your Turn Pappy They Wont Let Me In Our Time There Ya ' Are Dearest Dad Golden Crane Crusader Hairy Experience The Parable Of The Two Servants Jacks ' ... Out Of Gas Broken -Still Beautiful The Little Raggedy Girl Everybody Knows Everybody Parable Of The Merchant And His Wives If Love The Pledge Of Allegiance Fear Not Thankful For A Purpose College Student Learns From A Little Girl Thanksgiving We Won't Forget Symphony Of Summer Praise Thanks For Listening John 3: 16 The Moonlit River Simply The Best ... Lesson From The Geese Phenomenon Of Yellow Snow Her Eyes Enough For Now Free Hugs White Wolf -Gray Wolf Parable Harvest Moon Puppies Until The End Of Time Thank God For Pain Hopping Freights Thanksgiving -Old Fashion Way Time And Loving Patience Laughing With Dad One Minute Can Change A Life The Wedding Dress Admire Their Glow The Key To ...
... see multitasking. I see mentoring. I see tenacity. I see a lot of things, and I know You see them too, Lord! Thank You, God! You have revealed my validation! By working for my family, I have been serving You, the executive of the universe! You have been ... my validation? I have been blessed to have been afforded opportunity to stay home and raise my children for the last 14 years. I am so thankful and would not change my decision for one minute. But it seems that my job is only part-time now. I can remember wanting time and complaining that there was ... see multitasking. I see mentoring. I see tenacity. I see a lot of things, and I know You see them too, Lord! Thank You, God! You have revealed my validation! By working for my family, I have been serving You, the executive of the universe! You have been ...
... Our Substitute Thanksgiving Dinner Every year about this time, Americans devote an entire day to giving thanks for the blessings of life. Actually, Thanksgiving is the perfect name for this day of. well, thanks-giving. If we called it something clever-you know, like Pilgrimas or Squashter-its real meaning might ... Our Substitute Thanksgiving Dinner Every year about this time, Americans devote an entire day to giving thanks for the blessings of life. Actually, Thanksgiving is the perfect name for this day of. well, thanks-giving. If we called it something clever-you know, like Pilgrimas or Squashter-its real meaning might ... lost in symbolism or cluttered with commercialism. As it is, Thanksgiving is a day to give thanks. Oh, sure, it is also a day to gather with the family, eat turkey and watch football. But when it comes right down to it, giving thanks is high on the list of Things To ...
... . You have established strength because of your foes, that you might silence the enemy. I sing praise to your name on most high. We thank you in Jesus name. AMEN. [Submitted by: Wanda Clarke] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... the table in the fall. When it came to Thanksgiving we would have chicken for dinner, for we raised chickens. Once a year we were thankful for our free thanksgiving lunch at school, for that is the only time we had a hot meal at school and we thought that was a treat. At Christmas ... . You have established strength because of your foes, that you might silence the enemy. I sing praise to your name on most high. We thank you in Jesus name. AMEN. [Submitted by: Wanda Clarke] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... of not wanting to impose on her by crying instead." You're in my prayers, you know. Every night"" I know Kathy. Thank you so much. I don't know what I'd do without you" And it was true. Everyone should be so lucky to have a friend they can pour their ... of not wanting to impose on her by crying instead." You're in my prayers, you know. Every night"" I know Kathy. Thank you so much. I don't know what I'd do without you" And it was true. Everyone should be so lucky to have a friend they can pour their ... . Even the sunlight dancing over the mailbox seemed alive and filled with the divine. Finally, reverently, I lifted my face to the skies and thanked my Father above. And I knew before I even stepped off the curb that before I went to the grocery store I'd be calling my friend Kathy. [by ...
... of winter past. And they were quick to thank Him during abundant blessing, too. We teach our children to say" please" and" thank you" as the rudiments of courtesy, yet it is so easy to be rude and unthinking toward God. How often we forget to gratefully acknowledge His goodness towards ... to God for His blessings. The Pilgrims lived close enough to the soil to know how dependent they were on God's Providence. They had learned to thank God in the midst of the bitterness of winter past. And they were quick to thank Him during abundant blessing, too. We teach our children to say" ... . A day to relax and maybe rake leaves in the afternoon. But Thanksgiving? How much will our celebrations on Thanksgiving have to do with giving thanks? A glance at the first Thanksgiving brings it all back. On December 21, 1620 the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth rock. Through the dead of winter the colony ...
11. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Old Fisherman [Stories]
... porch. I went inside and finished getting supper. When we were ready, I asked the old man if he would join us." No thank you. I have plenty" And he held up a brown paper bag. When I had finished the dishes, I went out on the porch to talk with ... porch. I went inside and finished getting supper. When we were ready, I asked the old man if he would join us." No thank you. I have plenty" And he held up a brown paper bag. When I had finished the dishes, I went out on the porch to talk with ... to God for a blessing. He was grateful that he had no pain from his disease, which was apparently a form of skin cancer. He thanked God for giving him the strength to keep going. At bedtime, I put a camp cot in the children's room for him. When I got up in the ...
... Finding next year's calendar, I flip ahead to October, making sure to highlight the first Sunday in bright orange marker. Perhaps the best sort of thank you involves simply being present for cherished traditions. Next year, and hopefully for many years to come, I will be there, feasting with family at the little ... Finding next year's calendar, I flip ahead to October, making sure to highlight the first Sunday in bright orange marker. Perhaps the best sort of thank you involves simply being present for cherished traditions. Next year, and hopefully for many years to come, I will be there, feasting with family at the little ... . In the year ahead, the candle will take me back to this place, filling my house with the light and warmth of family." Thanks again for the clams, the pumpkin, the candle !" It is the following morning and I am struggling to email my aunt. How can I show my appreciation ...
... Thankful For A Purpose I was eighteen years old, fresh out of high school with a bright future to look forward to, when I received the devastating news of a cancer diagnosis. This was a big deal for someone my age to endure. However I chose to fight the battle instead of wallowing in self ... filled a feeling of emptiness inside of me that had existed for as long as I could remember, and it genuinely changed my life. I was thanked for giving a donation to a charity that saves lives, but being able to give thanks for my experience was priceless." All of us are born for a ... cancer survivor approached, I wanted to do something special and unforgettable. I organized a fund raiser, calling it" A Mission of Love ," and thanks to my generous family and friends, raised $4, 000 for St. Jude's, planning to deliver it myself. Three quarters of the money would be given ...
14. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Amen Crackers. [Stories]
... her Amen Crackers . I learned that prayer should be a priority. I learned that whatever is on my plate I should be thankful for it. I learned I should keep it simple and be specific. I learned to have faith and trust God even when all I have is three crackers. ... sitting in a high chair, I can t see what is going on in God s kitchen from where I sit. I learned to thank God for the small things, and not complain, even if all I have is crackers. I learned it doesn t matter if you get the prayer backwards ... God hears our hearts. Have you thanked God for the crackers in your life? In everything give thanks for this is the will of Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians. 5: 18) Amen,~Pamela Perry Blaine~June 23, 2008 pamyblaine @blaines.us About Pamela: She enjoys writing ...
15. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Kindness. [Stories]
... if you ever need anything, my door is always opened to you" There were tears in the old man's eyes." How can I ever thank you ," he said." Don't thank me ," the woman answered." To God goes the glory. Thank Jesus. He led me to you" Outside ... if you ever need anything, my door is always opened to you" There were tears in the old man's eyes." How can I ever thank you ," he said." Don't thank me ," the woman answered." To God goes the glory. Thank Jesus. He led me to you" Outside ... cop who was busy stifling a giggle." Would you like to join us in a cup of coffee and a meal, officer ?"" No thanks, ma'am ," the officer replied." I'm on duty"" Then, perhaps, a cup of coffee to go ?"" Yes, ma'am. That would ...
... sigh seemed to give a different signal. For me, hearing the words echo back doesn't mean that much. It seems too mechanical. Like" Thank you" and" You're welcome" It's polite and proper, but expected. So here's what I've come up with. Touch a little more. A hand on ... sigh seemed to give a different signal. For me, hearing the words echo back doesn't mean that much. It seems too mechanical. Like" Thank you" and" You're welcome" It's polite and proper, but expected. So here's what I've come up with. Touch a little more. A hand on ... experimented with it. The last several times when my wife said it to me, I didn't reply with the same words. I would say" thanks" In some cases I replied with a hug. Other times I said or did nothing. The words hung in mid air. Last night I sighed. That ...
... I was so honored that he thought we were nice." I would never let anyone in my family drive a vehicle with those tires"" Thank you so much for sharing" I was incredibly touched by his concern. He put his arm around my shoulders and spoke softly so only Bob and I could hear ... I was so honored that he thought we were nice." I would never let anyone in my family drive a vehicle with those tires"" Thank you so much for sharing" I was incredibly touched by his concern. He put his arm around my shoulders and spoke softly so only Bob and I could hear ... " Sorry, Jim. You've lost a sale" We walked out. On our ride home Bob said," I'm proud of you"" Thanks sweets. I'd rather not be as dependent as I've become. In fact, I've been keeping a surprise from you for a while" With a huge grin and ...
18. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Thank You, Lord. [Stories]
... Thank You, Lord A newly arrived soul in Heaven was met by St. Peter. The saint toured the soul around Heaven. Both of them walked side by side inside a large workroom filled with angels. St. Peter stopped in front of the first section and said," This is the Receiving Section ... are still alive and still married. you are very rare,. If you hold up your head with a smile on your face and are truly thankful. you are blessed because the majority can, but most do not. If you can hold someone's hand, hug them or even touch them on the shoulder. ... Thank You, Lord A newly arrived soul in Heaven was met by St. Peter. The saint toured the soul around Heaven. Both of them walked side by side inside a large workroom filled with angels. St. Peter stopped in front of the first section and said," This is the Receiving Section ...
... " Look, why don't you take this food. I'll figure out something else to serve my guest" She handed the man her grocery bag. Thank you lady. Thank you very much !"" Yes, thank you !" It was the man's wife, and Ruth could see now that she was shivering." ... " Look, why don't you take this food. I'll figure out something else to serve my guest" She handed the man her grocery bag. Thank you lady. Thank you very much !"" Yes, thank you !" It was the man's wife, and Ruth could see now that she was shivering." ... I'm having an important guest for dinner tonight and I was planning on serving that to Him" Yeah, well, okay lady, I understand. Thanks anyway" The man put his arm around the woman's shoulders, turned and he headed back into the alley. As she watched them leave, Ruth felt a familiar ...
20. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Letter To God. [Stories]
... you become a minority yourself, via your child. Talk about a learning experience! It makes you empathize with all minorities. Now I have to thank you for all the things you've taken away from me. Pettiness is one of them. When I think of all the things I used to worry about! What ... you become a minority yourself, via your child. Talk about a learning experience! It makes you empathize with all minorities. Now I have to thank you for all the things you've taken away from me. Pettiness is one of them. When I think of all the things I used to worry about! What ... like pity for all that they weren't and I never saw them for all that they were. But. I thought I was being truly compassionate. Thanks for teaching me that. Then there was that tolerance thing. Sure I thought they should have equal rights and opportunities, but would I have gone out of my ...
... His great love" With that, he handed her his last tract, and turned to leave. She called to him as he departed," Thank you, son! And God bless you !" Well, the following Sunday morning in church, Pastor Dad was in the pulpit and as the service began he asked ... His great love" With that, he handed her his last tract, and turned to leave. She called to him as he departed," Thank you, son! And God bless you !" Well, the following Sunday morning in church, Pastor Dad was in the pulpit and as the service began he asked ... -Please ?" His father hesitated for a moment then said," Son, you can go. Here's the tracts; be careful son"" Thanks, Dad !" And with that he was off and out into the rain. This 11-year-old boy walked the streets of the town going door-to-door and handing everybody he met ...
... " I placed my hand on his arm and said" Thanks for what you do" He reached out and shook my hand and said," Thank you sir" Now when I write about such things I sometimes get emails from people telling me that I am" bragging" and God tells us to do things ... " I placed my hand on his arm and said" Thanks for what you do" He reached out and shook my hand and said," Thank you sir" Now when I write about such things I sometimes get emails from people telling me that I am" bragging" and God tells us to do things ... man before she could take his money." Sir ," he said." You don't" I placed my hand on his arm and said" Thanks for what you do" He reached out and shook my hand and said," Thank you sir" Now when I write about such things I sometimes get emails ...
23. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- No More With Me. [Stories]
... " My friend, can I help you with those things ?" I asked. Hesitant at first, he finally said," Well, yes, thank you !" I placed my hand under his left arm and walked with him a safe distance away from the rush of people." So what are you shopping for ... " My friend, can I help you with those things ?" I asked. Hesitant at first, he finally said," Well, yes, thank you !" I placed my hand under his left arm and walked with him a safe distance away from the rush of people." So what are you shopping for ... .enemy to no one! I said a prayer today and you were the answer. Thank you !"" That's for you ," he said." Thanks for stopping to help an old man"" My friend, you helped me. I discovered that I was unhappy with the world and I was part of the ...
... went well. I refused to get excited. The thought of plunging into another valley of despair scared me. I'll just stay at the bottom, thank you very much. On Friday, April 1st the phone rang." Michael ?"" Yes ?"" The client wants to bring you on. This is an ... went well. I refused to get excited. The thought of plunging into another valley of despair scared me. I'll just stay at the bottom, thank you very much. On Friday, April 1st the phone rang." Michael ?"" Yes ?"" The client wants to bring you on. This is an ... I can breathe again. It's time to get to work. I'm not going to miss this sofa. Note: I start on April 11th. Thanks to all of you for your constant prayers during these hard times for me. LOVE YOU ALL.~Michael T. Smith~< heartsandhumor @gmail.com >Michael ...
... been pretty upset about it. I couldn't find the right words. But that was the problem. I needed to find the right picture." Thank you for helping me. She loves puppies. By the way. What card did you pick out for your Granny ?" I asked. She handed me the card ... been pretty upset about it. I couldn't find the right words. But that was the problem. I needed to find the right picture." Thank you for helping me. She loves puppies. By the way. What card did you pick out for your Granny ?" I asked. She handed me the card ... an" always understanding father" They didn't create one for my Dad. Oh, he had his moments, but I always tended to buy" Thanks for all you have done for me" generic cards. My wife loves greeting cards. She even has a membership card to the big card shop chain. But ...
... life ," his uncle said." People came together, risked their lives, to save him" He paused, then added:" Just. thank you. from all of us in the family" In my mind, there were two remarkable things that happened in those few anxious moments from the time the accident ... broken bones, some road rash and a few bruises to show for his brush with death. Oh, and he has one other thing: a thankful heart. A day after his dramatic rescue he was still in the hospital recuperating from his injuries. But he sent his uncle out to thank the people who risked ... lives to save his." He knows that there are angels out there that saved his life ," his uncle said." People came together, risked their lives, to save him" He paused, then added:" Just. thank you. from all of us in the family" In my mind, ...
... share my thoughts with someone still connected to a piece of my past." Hello! How are you ?" I asked." Just fine, thank you ," she replied." I once lived in this area. I was taking a walk down memory lane"" I've been here most of my life ," ... share my thoughts with someone still connected to a piece of my past." Hello! How are you ?" I asked." Just fine, thank you ," she replied." I once lived in this area. I was taking a walk down memory lane"" I've been here most of my life ," ... said." I know I am, son. If we would all stop trying to be someone else the world would be better off"" Thanks for the life lesson" I said." You are welcome. I must get back to my laundry before my Tommy Hilfiger jeans start to wrinkle ," she said ...
... God For Pain Sometimes a very unexpected blessing can come out of pain-if we only look for it and see it for what it is. Thank you to Besty for this reminder! Thank God for pain. I have thanked God for many, many blessings throughout my lifetime, but never for pain. Until ... Thank God For Pain Sometimes a very unexpected blessing can come out of pain-if we only look for it and see it for what it is. Thank you to Besty for this reminder! Thank God for pain. I have thanked God for many, many blessings throughout my lifetime, but never for pain ... Until now. This particular pain began in February 2000. It was sharp, constant, on my left side, and the left side of my back. Little did I know it would be the life I would know for over two years. I went to doctors, who did many tests and never found the ...
29. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Our Time. [Stories]
... Janet .thanks for your time !"" Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away ," Thank you for your time. [by: Author Unknown-'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... Janet .thanks for your time !"" Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away ," Thank you for your time. [by: Author Unknown-'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... pocket watch. Running his fingers slowly over the finely etched casing, he unlatched the cover. Inside he found these words engraved:" Jack, Thanks for your time! Harold Belser"" The thing he valued most .was .my time" Jack held the watch for a few minutes, then called his office and ...
30. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Spare Change. [Stories]
... of the boys peering from around the corner of the building." That was pretty cool !" He was gone. I suppose it was a" thank you" of sorts and I was content to think that I would be the topic of their small conversation that morning. I was the" cool lady" who ... of the boys peering from around the corner of the building." That was pretty cool !" He was gone. I suppose it was a" thank you" of sorts and I was content to think that I would be the topic of their small conversation that morning. I was the" cool lady" who ... After all, pennies are gifts from angels and angels always smile when we share our spare change. [by: Michele Starkey, Copyright 2003 (Thankful4Life @aol.com)-from '2TheHeart '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... never met a baby he couldn't rock to sleep) But they'll be there when we gather, and occasionally their cute little cries will remind us how thankful we are for their safe arrival in a world that has seen far too much un-safety lately. The other new face will belong to Brian, our new son-in-law. ... Teasing, Basketball And Candied Yams There will be a few new faces around the dinner table this Thanksgiving Two of them will belong to new great-nephews who were born this year: Roman and Miles. Of course, neither of these sweet little boys will actually be sitting with us at the table. They'll mostly be ... and old, the seen and the unseen, bound by love, respect and heritage. A heritage that now includes Roman, Miles and Brian. Thankfully.~Joseph Walker~< ValueSpeak @msn.com >Copyright 2010 Joseph Walker began his professional writing career as a staff writer for the Deseret News in Salt Lake City ...
... . Then he reached over and kissed her lightly on the forehead." May God richly bless you, ma'am ," he said softly." And thank you for giving me the honor of sharing my Thanksgiving dinner with you" With that, Jimmy picked up his dishes and returned to the car. She had stayed ... of his many accomplishments. Today, she had longed to tell him who she was, but could not bring herself to do it. Instead she thanked God that He had so richly blessed her today, in spite of her trials. Tears welled up in her eyes. She had seen her son on Thanksgiving and ... The Bag Lady and Thanksgiving Dinner It was very cold and a light snow was falling as young Jimmy Dorche piloted his Ford Escort down the street toward the city park. Snow on Thanksgiving was a rarity in this part of the country and it caused almost as much excitement as the traditional turkey dinner, the traditional ...
... Merry Christmas" greetings. The woman paused just before the door closed. She looked directly at me and her eyes looked misty as she said" thank you, so much" I shut my car door, fighting tears and a choked up feeling. This giant surge of emotion burst inside of me as I pictured ... here" She ran up to the car, out there in the snow with only socks on her feet and began thanking us. She continued to thank us with each box we unpacked and though we gently reminded her that we were only the delivery people, she could not contain her joy and she continued thanking us ... here, the Angel people are here" She ran up to the car, out there in the snow with only socks on her feet and began thanking us. She continued to thank us with each box we unpacked and though we gently reminded her that we were only the delivery people, she could not contain her ...
34. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- "SHMILY". [Stories]
... begin to fathom the depth of their love, I had been privileged to witness its unmatched beauty. S-h-m-i-l-y: See How Much I Love You. Thank you, Grandma and Grandpa, for letting me see. [By Laura Jeanne Allen-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... begin to fathom the depth of their love, I had been privileged to witness its unmatched beauty. S-h-m-i-l-y: See How Much I Love You. Thank you, Grandma and Grandpa, for letting me see. [By Laura Jeanne Allen-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... old he had grown to be. She claimed that she really knew" how to pick 'em" Before every meal they bowed their heads and gave thanks, marveling at their blessings: a wonderful family, good fortune, and each other. But there was a dark cloud in my grandparents ' life: my grandmother ...
35. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Forgotten. [Stories]
... appearance of another human being left homeless by choice or circumstance. It never stops me, but the memory of it lingers in my heart." Thank you !" I said. He simply waved his hand at me in acknowledgement." I didn't see the" he interrupted me." Do you have any change ... looked around wondering who shouted to me. That's when I saw him. Our eyes connected briefly as he raised his hand and I waved back in thanks. I could have simply continued on, but I was drawn to him. I needed to say thanks in person. He was curled up in a ball leaning ... as food drives and fundraisers appear on the news. I see his face in the people lined up outside the Salvation Army for their bag of" Thanksgiving" given generously by those who have to those who have not. I remembered him recently when I sent a check to an area rescue mission last week. But ...
... smiled." Thanks ," he said. As he started his speech, he cleared his throat, and began:" Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you make it through those tough years. Your parents, your teachers, your siblings, maybe a coach .but mostly your friends. I am here ... him his glasses, I said," Those guys are jerks. They really should get lives" He looked at me and said," Hey thanks !" There was a big smile on his face. It was one of those smiles that showed real gratitude. I helped him pick up his books, and asked ... his mom wouldn't have to do it later and was carrying his stuff home. He looked hard at me and gave me a little smile." Thankfully, I was saved. My friend saved me from doing the unspeakable" I heard the gasp go through the crowd as this handsome, popular boy told us all ...
... you do will occasionally be. well. wrong. But guided by love and fortified by faith, you can overcome your mistakes. And so, thank God, can your children. Even if you're a rookie.~Joseph Walker~< ValueSpeak @msn.com >Copyright 2010 Joseph Walker began his professional writing career as ... any of his jackets or collars. But he's still a father this Father's Day. Technically. Adam's first child won't actually be born until September. Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, we already know he is a boy-he and Andrea have named their son Alexander-and that he has Adam's nose and ... with an extraordinary array of negative influences swirling all around us and blurring our values and priorities, it can be overwhelming. Especially for a rookie. Thankfully, Adam has a great image in his mind of what a father can and should be. He had a terrific dad, with whom he had a close and ...
38. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Believe Me? [Stories]
... important you are. How you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. That God has incredible plans for you. Believe me? I still thank God for permitting me to meet Michael. And for giving me YOU!~Bob Perks~2believe @comcast.net [by: Bob Perks Copyright 2008 (2believe @ ... . He said it was part of his job." My father told me not to think about it. But I can't help it" I thanked God for connecting me with him. He continued. Two of his sons were killed in Vietnam. He had eight children. How powerful! Just like it was ... . Did I find Superman or the Joker? I wanted so desperately to believe him. He could be. He might have. He told me thanks and God Bless you! How could he be lying to me. He was so polite. I went home to check him out on the internet. Olympics speed ...
39. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Band of Love. [Stories]
... drinking"" Relax. I'm OK. Sit and finish your dinner" We sat and ate. Afterward, I reached across the table and held her left hand in mine. I looked into those sparkling brown eyes." Thank you, Hun. Thank you for wanting to be the mother of our children" I looked down at the table where I still held her hand. The flickering candle reflected off our bands of gold." I love you, future Mama ... drinking"" Relax. I'm OK. Sit and finish your dinner" We sat and ate. Afterward, I reached across the table and held her left hand in mine. I looked into those sparkling brown eyes." Thank you, Hun. Thank you for wanting to be the mother of our children" I looked down at the table where I still held her hand. The flickering candle reflected off our bands of gold." I love you, future Mama ...
... warmth in your heart. People like you bring flowers, music and sunshine. Even when you bring nothing at all, you leave so much behind" I was humbled and at a loss for words." My, I thank you for saying that ," I said." When you said," I know you by heart ," I naturally felt like I must have met you before"" I know you by heart, because I always did the same thing. ... warmth in your heart. People like you bring flowers, music and sunshine. Even when you bring nothing at all, you leave so much behind" I was humbled and at a loss for words." My, I thank you for saying that ," I said." When you said," I know you by heart ," I naturally felt like I must have met you before"" I know you by heart, because I always did the same thing. ...
... ?"" Yep, apple juice" Mr. Burch walked slowly to the fridge. He removed a can of apple juice and poured two small glasses. He placed one in front of Brandon." This is yours"" Thank you grandpa" Brandon punctuated his eating with questions to Mr. Burch, and fits of coloring." Do you play hockey, Brandon ?"" Yep ," said Brandon, studying the end of his sandwich before biting into it." Dad ... ?"" Yep, apple juice" Mr. Burch walked slowly to the fridge. He removed a can of apple juice and poured two small glasses. He placed one in front of Brandon." This is yours"" Thank you grandpa" Brandon punctuated his eating with questions to Mr. Burch, and fits of coloring." Do you play hockey, Brandon ?"" Yep ," said Brandon, studying the end of his sandwich before biting into it." Dad ...
42. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- God In A Rose. [Stories]
... is pierced and you experience a stab of pain, while a drop of scarlet blood appears on your finger. Thorn-Pain-Blood. You see the parallel-the hidden message-and you whisper a prayer." Thank You, Lord, for enduring the pain of your crown of thorns, for shedding your sacred, precious blood on the cross to provide forgiveness for my sins" You have begun to understand the value of the thorns. You have seen God ... is pierced and you experience a stab of pain, while a drop of scarlet blood appears on your finger. Thorn-Pain-Blood. You see the parallel-the hidden message-and you whisper a prayer." Thank You, Lord, for enduring the pain of your crown of thorns, for shedding your sacred, precious blood on the cross to provide forgiveness for my sins" You have begun to understand the value of the thorns. You have seen God ...
... suddenly without explanation. Then words slip out, quietly at first, and you marvel at the idea that you can finally say something good, something liberating, that frees you from the ugliness and desperation. You whisper," Thank you !" as the sun now warms your very being blanketing you from head to toe. You shout," It's over !" Your body slowly sways back and forth to the rhythm of hope. Your arms raise and lower like you are about ... suddenly without explanation. Then words slip out, quietly at first, and you marvel at the idea that you can finally say something good, something liberating, that frees you from the ugliness and desperation. You whisper," Thank you !" as the sun now warms your very being blanketing you from head to toe. You shout," It's over !" Your body slowly sways back and forth to the rhythm of hope. Your arms raise and lower like you are about ...
... used it but maybe two or three times. I mean
full bottles , I told her, in a quiet tone. How much do you want ? she replied. Nothing, you can have it Thank you dear. That is so kind of you , she replied. One problem though , I told her. She looked at me, her eyes opened wide. You will have to wait until I walk home and bring it back ... used it but maybe two or three times. I mean
full bottles , I told her, in a quiet tone. How much do you want ? she replied. Nothing, you can have it Thank you dear. That is so kind of you , she replied. One problem though , I told her. She looked at me, her eyes opened wide. You will have to wait until I walk home and bring it back ...
... wall, his hands cupped around an empty hat. As we passed entering the store, Adam briefly stared." Can I have my dollar, daddy ?" I pulled a dollar from my pocket handing it to Adam." Thank you, daddy" Adam raced toward a barrel of suckers. He stared wide-eyed, gently touching the packaged treasures with a reverence only a child can harbor. His little hands trembled with excitement. I kept Adam in sight as I picked up ... wall, his hands cupped around an empty hat. As we passed entering the store, Adam briefly stared." Can I have my dollar, daddy ?" I pulled a dollar from my pocket handing it to Adam." Thank you, daddy" Adam raced toward a barrel of suckers. He stared wide-eyed, gently touching the packaged treasures with a reverence only a child can harbor. His little hands trembled with excitement. I kept Adam in sight as I picked up ...
... are so courageous that they don't bother about the goal, but are content with the journey, can be content to just live in the moment and grow into it; only those are able to walk in the total. [Thank you to Sir Craig!-Ed: Anon.] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... are so courageous that they don't bother about the goal, but are content with the journey, can be content to just live in the moment and grow into it; only those are able to walk in the total. [Thank you to Sir Craig!-Ed: Anon.] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
47. "Just checking" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... better. Sometimes we take a wrong turn and really mess things up ," he continued." Well, I'm surely glad that I stopped here today ," I told him." I felt comfortable even driving through here"" Thank you" he said." I guess that's a good reflection on you !" I said laughing. He quickly held up his mirror and looked in it." I wanted to make sure you were talking about me .just checking !" So are ... better. Sometimes we take a wrong turn and really mess things up ," he continued." Well, I'm surely glad that I stopped here today ," I told him." I felt comfortable even driving through here"" Thank you" he said." I guess that's a good reflection on you !" I said laughing. He quickly held up his mirror and looked in it." I wanted to make sure you were talking about me .just checking !" So are ...
... thirty-four years next month. A wonderful thirty-four years they've been. Susan has made them special" Susan returned. I introduced myself and told her the reason for my intrusion. She graciously accepted my hand and my apology." Thank you, Mike. Bill is very special to me"" It shows" I said as I let her hand slip from mine." I just wanted to let you know, I enjoy seeing true love in action. You made my ... thirty-four years next month. A wonderful thirty-four years they've been. Susan has made them special" Susan returned. I introduced myself and told her the reason for my intrusion. She graciously accepted my hand and my apology." Thank you, Mike. Bill is very special to me"" It shows" I said as I let her hand slip from mine." I just wanted to let you know, I enjoy seeing true love in action. You made my ...
... dollars she, looking puzzled, reached out and took the money. Happy Grandparents day and tell Mark hello from Roger and Judy and that he is in our prayers The woman covered her face and turned away. Thank you, thank you, thank you , she said. No, thank you for being such wonderful Grandparents to Mark , I replied. I turned and headed back to my truck. Sometimes in our own joy we forget just how lucky ... dollars she, looking puzzled, reached out and took the money. Happy Grandparents day and tell Mark hello from Roger and Judy and that he is in our prayers The woman covered her face and turned away. Thank you, thank you, thank you , she said. No, thank you for being such wonderful Grandparents to Mark , I replied. I turned and headed back to my truck. Sometimes in our own joy we forget just how lucky ...
... will die of thirst. I've been thinking it over and I am sorry for having been so selfish. Here is my canteen; drink as much water as you like, my friend. Water has never tasted this good! Thank you so much for sharing it with me. You have saved my life today, Bobby says gratefully as he hands the empty canteen to his friend. After walking for a long while they get thirsty again but fortunately they are not far from ... will die of thirst. I've been thinking it over and I am sorry for having been so selfish. Here is my canteen; drink as much water as you like, my friend. Water has never tasted this good! Thank you so much for sharing it with me. You have saved my life today, Bobby says gratefully as he hands the empty canteen to his friend. After walking for a long while they get thirsty again but fortunately they are not far from ...
51. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- "Mrs. Waterford". [Stories]
... I never see Mrs Waterford. I never see anyone from that wonderful Waterford family. But I think of them every day. Mrs Waterford, if you ever see this, I'd like to tell you something. I'd like to thank you for being such a wonderful person. I'd like to thank you for remaining on my side. But most of all, I'd like to thank you for showing me what true Christians are like. You are my hero. [by Liz ... I never see Mrs Waterford. I never see anyone from that wonderful Waterford family. But I think of them every day. Mrs Waterford, if you ever see this, I'd like to tell you something. I'd like to thank you for being such a wonderful person. I'd like to thank you for remaining on my side. But most of all, I'd like to thank you for showing me what true Christians are like. You are my hero. [by Liz ...
52. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Christmas Story [Stories]
... around again. Matt, here, hasn't been little for quite a spell" I was the youngest. My two older brothers and two older sisters were all married and had moved away. Widow Jensen nodded and said," Thank you, Brother Miles. I don't have to say, "'May the Lord bless you, ' I know for certain that He will" Out on the sled I felt a warmth that came from deep within and I didn't even notice the cold ... around again. Matt, here, hasn't been little for quite a spell" I was the youngest. My two older brothers and two older sisters were all married and had moved away. Widow Jensen nodded and said," Thank you, Brother Miles. I don't have to say, "'May the Lord bless you, ' I know for certain that He will" Out on the sled I felt a warmth that came from deep within and I didn't even notice the cold ...
... " She's my sister. She lives in Paris"" I know where that is. It's over the ocean" Shaking his head back and forth, I watched as tears slowly rolled down the old man's dirty cheeks." Thank you for the beans mister. It sure was good of you to share ," I said, as I held the post card out toward him. Reaching out, he took the dirty card and began stuffing it into his torn wool over shirt ... " She's my sister. She lives in Paris"" I know where that is. It's over the ocean" Shaking his head back and forth, I watched as tears slowly rolled down the old man's dirty cheeks." Thank you for the beans mister. It sure was good of you to share ," I said, as I held the post card out toward him. Reaching out, he took the dirty card and began stuffing it into his torn wool over shirt ...
... A Thankful Thanksgiving The Sunday before Thanksgiving was a cold snowy day that made you think of the previous summer, and wonder if the sunshine would come out before another week passed. I guess it was one of things that made living in Michigan a challenge. The ever changeable weather! As we gathered around the table to eat that afternoon we were making our plans for Thanksgiving dinner, and who was bringing what. We always tried to invite a new family from church ... , thinking perhaps they would be alone on Thanksgiving in a new area." Mom, our youngest son said, did you notice Mrs. Mitchell sitting in church today? She was blowing into her handkerchief and wiping her eyes" Our daughter said she thought it must be because her son had just passed away. I was stunned. My husband and I looked at one another and asked how she knew about this, we hadn't heard a thing! We knew about her ...
... contagious. The heaviness in my heart vanished. I had a moment of Canada beneath the streets of New York City. At 175th street, I had to get off the train. I shook her hand." Laura, thank you. I'll never see you again, but I want to thank you for making my Canada Day special" I stepped off and watched the subway pull away. As it disappeared into the tunnel, I thought to myself," There goes ... contagious. The heaviness in my heart vanished. I had a moment of Canada beneath the streets of New York City. At 175th street, I had to get off the train. I shook her hand." Laura, thank you. I'll never see you again, but I want to thank you for making my Canada Day special" I stepped off and watched the subway pull away. As it disappeared into the tunnel, I thought to myself," There goes ...
56. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Quiet Voice [Stories]
... gently cradling the golden crane with the other. Then she said very quietly, as tears streamed down her face." Today would have been our 'golden ' wedding anniversary" Then the lady said in a clear voice," Thank you so much for this beautiful gift. Now I know that my husband is at peace. Don't you see? The voice you heard, it was the voice of God, and this beautiful crane is a gift from Him. It's the ... gently cradling the golden crane with the other. Then she said very quietly, as tears streamed down her face." Today would have been our 'golden ' wedding anniversary" Then the lady said in a clear voice," Thank you so much for this beautiful gift. Now I know that my husband is at peace. Don't you see? The voice you heard, it was the voice of God, and this beautiful crane is a gift from Him. It's the ...
... beautiful. How did you ever manage ?" She looked at me with the shining eyes of any normal little girl." My mother loved flowers ," she said simply." She had all of these growing in our garden" Thank you, God, I said silently. You've given us the miracle. I knelt and put my arms around the child. Then the tears came, slowly at first, but soon she was sobbing her heart out against my shoulder. The ... beautiful. How did you ever manage ?" She looked at me with the shining eyes of any normal little girl." My mother loved flowers ," she said simply." She had all of these growing in our garden" Thank you, God, I said silently. You've given us the miracle. I knelt and put my arms around the child. Then the tears came, slowly at first, but soon she was sobbing her heart out against my shoulder. The ...
... Love And The Cabbie I was in New York the other day and rode with a friend in a taxi. When we got out, my friend said to the driver," Thank you for the ride. You did a superb job of driving" The taxi driver was stunned for a second. Then he said," Are you a wise guy or something ?"" No, my dear man, and I'm not putting you on. I admire the way you ... Love And The Cabbie I was in New York the other day and rode with a friend in a taxi. When we got out, my friend said to the driver," Thank you for the ride. You did a superb job of driving" The taxi driver was stunned for a second. Then he said," Are you a wise guy or something ?"" No, my dear man, and I'm not putting you on. I admire the way you ...
59. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- "Pao, Senhor?" [Stories]
... He came and stood in front of me about eye-level with my belt buckle. The little Brazilian orphan looked up at the big American missionary, smiled a smile that would have stolen your heart and said," Obrigado" (Thank you) Then, nervously scratching the back of his ankle with his big toe, he added," Muito obrigado" (Thank you very much) All of a sudden, I had a crazy craving to buy him the whole restaurant. ... He came and stood in front of me about eye-level with my belt buckle. The little Brazilian orphan looked up at the big American missionary, smiled a smile that would have stolen your heart and said," Obrigado" (Thank you) Then, nervously scratching the back of his ankle with his big toe, he added," Muito obrigado" (Thank you very much) All of a sudden, I had a crazy craving to buy him the whole restaurant. ...
... cart. As they headed toward the door the old man was trying to push the shopping cart with one hand and hold his cane with the other." Can I help you with that ," I told him." Why thank you sonny" As the hours passed, we finally made it the fifty feet to their automobile." Did I hear you say it's your anniversary today ?" I asked the gentleman." Fifty three years today"" Fourteen for us ," ... cart. As they headed toward the door the old man was trying to push the shopping cart with one hand and hold his cane with the other." Can I help you with that ," I told him." Why thank you sonny" As the hours passed, we finally made it the fifty feet to their automobile." Did I hear you say it's your anniversary today ?" I asked the gentleman." Fifty three years today"" Fourteen for us ," ...
61. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Grandma's Hands. [Stories]
... , not really wanting to disturb her but wanting to check on her at the same time, I asked her if she was OK. She raised her head and looked at me and smiled." Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking ," she said in a clear strong voice." I didn't mean to disturb you, grandma, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK ," I explained to her ... , not really wanting to disturb her but wanting to check on her at the same time, I asked her if she was OK. She raised her head and looked at me and smiled." Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking ," she said in a clear strong voice." I didn't mean to disturb you, grandma, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK ," I explained to her ...
62. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Fly. [Stories]
... the feather falling and reached my hand to catch it. Looking down into the palm of my hand, the tiny feather appeared to glow in contrast. I looked back up at my" frequent flyer friend ," and said" Thank you !" Now, as silly as all this may seem to you, I see it as a precious gift from God. For I had asked my friend to take my spirit soaring and he in turn gave me a feather so I could ... the feather falling and reached my hand to catch it. Looking down into the palm of my hand, the tiny feather appeared to glow in contrast. I looked back up at my" frequent flyer friend ," and said" Thank you !" Now, as silly as all this may seem to you, I see it as a precious gift from God. For I had asked my friend to take my spirit soaring and he in turn gave me a feather so I could ...
63. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Hands. [Stories]
... Finally, not really wanting to disturb him but wanting to check on him at the same time, I asked him if he was ok. He raised his head and looked at me and smiled. Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking, he said in a clear strong voice. I didn't mean to disturb you, sir, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were ok I explained to him. Have ... Finally, not really wanting to disturb him but wanting to check on him at the same time, I asked him if he was ok. He raised his head and looked at me and smiled. Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking, he said in a clear strong voice. I didn't mean to disturb you, sir, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were ok I explained to him. Have ...
... !" Calling me to her side, she went from guard to guard, then from prisoner to prisoner-filling each tin cup with lemonade, and giving each man a sandwich. It was very quiet, except for a" thank you, ma'am ," and the clanking of the chains. Very soon we were at the end of the line, my mother's eyes softly scanning each face. The last prisoner was a big man, his dark skin pouring with sweat, and ... !" Calling me to her side, she went from guard to guard, then from prisoner to prisoner-filling each tin cup with lemonade, and giving each man a sandwich. It was very quiet, except for a" thank you, ma'am ," and the clanking of the chains. Very soon we were at the end of the line, my mother's eyes softly scanning each face. The last prisoner was a big man, his dark skin pouring with sweat, and ...
65. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Pappy. [Stories]
... family for so many years, and that was why he didn't want to sell it. The little girl looked up at him, and with a giant tear in her eye, sweetly said," I guess I understand. Thank you, anyway" Suddenly, Pappy thought of how the rest of the family was all gone now, except for his estranged daughter whom he had not seen in nearly a decade. Why not, he thought. Why not pass it on ... family for so many years, and that was why he didn't want to sell it. The little girl looked up at him, and with a giant tear in her eye, sweetly said," I guess I understand. Thank you, anyway" Suddenly, Pappy thought of how the rest of the family was all gone now, except for his estranged daughter whom he had not seen in nearly a decade. Why not, he thought. Why not pass it on ...
... resolved to repair my fence in an effort to prevent any future escapes. Mostly, however, I am determined to consider my daughter's feelings with a little more compassion before spouting some anger-based dribble. Children are such incredible teachers. Thank You Father, for mine! [by: Elliott Teters, Copyright 2003 (teters @planetkc.com)-from '2TheHeart '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... resolved to repair my fence in an effort to prevent any future escapes. Mostly, however, I am determined to consider my daughter's feelings with a little more compassion before spouting some anger-based dribble. Children are such incredible teachers. Thank You Father, for mine! [by: Elliott Teters, Copyright 2003 (teters @planetkc.com)-from '2TheHeart '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
67. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Listen Or Wait. [Stories]
... swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat. He lifted the young man back into the wheelchair and took out his handkerchief and wiped the scrapes and cuts, checking to see` that everything was going to be okay." Thank you and May God bless you ," the grateful child said to him. The man then watched the little boy push his brother down the sidewalk toward their home. It was a long walk back to his Jaguar .a long, slow walk. ... swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat. He lifted the young man back into the wheelchair and took out his handkerchief and wiped the scrapes and cuts, checking to see` that everything was going to be okay." Thank you and May God bless you ," the grateful child said to him. The man then watched the little boy push his brother down the sidewalk toward their home. It was a long walk back to his Jaguar .a long, slow walk. ...
... calmly asked my 82-year-old grandmother sitting to my left," Grandma, would you like to dance? My mother's mother then replied," Michael oh no my back is killing me and my feet are aching as well. But thank you for the offer" I then quickly went to my grandmother's left where my other grandmother, my 90 year old father's mother, was sitting and asked her the same question." Honey, my knees are killing me and my neck is ... calmly asked my 82-year-old grandmother sitting to my left," Grandma, would you like to dance? My mother's mother then replied," Michael oh no my back is killing me and my feet are aching as well. But thank you for the offer" I then quickly went to my grandmother's left where my other grandmother, my 90 year old father's mother, was sitting and asked her the same question." Honey, my knees are killing me and my neck is ...
... a choice: Do we pass along a spark of the Divine? Or do we pass up that opportunity, and leave the world a bit colder in the process? Please forward this story to the people you care about. Thank you for reading this. I am my neighbor's Bible He reads me when we meet. He may not even know my name, Yet he's reading me when we greet. [Mildred Hondorf-from Genesis Hamp, via Al Ashman] Inspirational ... saying that it would be all right. The night for the recital came. The high school gymnasium was packed with parents, friends and relatives. I put Robby up last in the program before I was to come up and thank all the students and play a finishing piece. I thought that any damage he would do would come at the end of the program and I could always salvage his poor performance through my" curtain closer" Well the recital went off without a ...
70. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Old Seven Dollar. [Stories]
... , use it up, wear it out ? We re going to be in the poorhouse if you buy another mower ! I teased borrowing expressions handed down by his frugal Wisconsin father and mother. Old Seven Dollar, thank you for your many years of dependable service. Even Roy believes you have finally earned your well deserved retirement. There is a special niche in the left hand corner of the barn just for you. May you rust in peace!~Kay ... , use it up, wear it out ? We re going to be in the poorhouse if you buy another mower ! I teased borrowing expressions handed down by his frugal Wisconsin father and mother. Old Seven Dollar, thank you for your many years of dependable service. Even Roy believes you have finally earned your well deserved retirement. There is a special niche in the left hand corner of the barn just for you. May you rust in peace!~Kay ...
... smiled at Santa." We had them in our car in case of and emergency. I think a Santa freezing is an emergency. Don't you ?" Santa took her offering." God bless you, Ma'am. I cannot thank you enough" A week later, a new Santa stood ringing the bell." What happened to the other Santa ?" She asked." He paused his ringing to inform her," I'm sorry to say, he's very sick today" ... smiled at Santa." We had them in our car in case of and emergency. I think a Santa freezing is an emergency. Don't you ?" Santa took her offering." God bless you, Ma'am. I cannot thank you enough" A week later, a new Santa stood ringing the bell." What happened to the other Santa ?" She asked." He paused his ringing to inform her," I'm sorry to say, he's very sick today" ...
72. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Circus [Stories]
... . He looked straight into my dad's eyes, took my dad's hand in both of his, squeezed tightly onto the $20 bill, and with his lip quivering and a tear streaming down his cheek, he replied;" Thank you, thank you, sir. This really means a lot to me and my family" My father and I went back to our car and drove home. The $20 that my dad gave away is what we were going to buy ... . He looked straight into my dad's eyes, took my dad's hand in both of his, squeezed tightly onto the $20 bill, and with his lip quivering and a tear streaming down his cheek, he replied;" Thank you, thank you, sir. This really means a lot to me and my family" My father and I went back to our car and drove home. The $20 that my dad gave away is what we were going to buy ...
73. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Ice Cream [Stories]
... Ice Cream Last week I took my children to a restaurant. My six-year-old son asked if he could say grace. As we bowed our heads he said:" God is good. God is great. Thank you for the food, and I would even thank you more if mom gets us ice cream for dessert. And Liberty and justice for all! Amen" Along with the laughter from the other customers nearby, I heard a woman remark," That's what's ... Ice Cream Last week I took my children to a restaurant. My six-year-old son asked if he could say grace. As we bowed our heads he said:" God is good. God is great. Thank you for the food, and I would even thank you more if mom gets us ice cream for dessert. And Liberty and justice for all! Amen" Along with the laughter from the other customers nearby, I heard a woman remark," That's what's ...
74. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Faith and Deeds [Stories]
... men had chosen as a resting spot. I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue eyed gentleman's cold hand. He looked up at me, with tears in his eyes, and said," Thank you" I leaned over, began to pat his hand and said," I did not do this alone for you. God is here working through me to give you hope" I started to cry as I walked away to join my ... men had chosen as a resting spot. I put the tray on the table and laid my hand on the blue eyed gentleman's cold hand. He looked up at me, with tears in his eyes, and said," Thank you" I leaned over, began to pat his hand and said," I did not do this alone for you. God is here working through me to give you hope" I started to cry as I walked away to join my ...
... his Father within his heart and watched his block of wood wobble down the ramp with surprisingly great speed and rushed over the finish line a fraction of a second before Tommy's car. Gilbert leaped into the air with a loud" Thank You" as the crowd roared in approval. The Scout Master came up to Gilbert with microphone in hand and asked the obvious question," So you prayed to win, huh, Gilbert ?" To which my young son answered," Oh ... his Father within his heart and watched his block of wood wobble down the ramp with surprisingly great speed and rushed over the finish line a fraction of a second before Tommy's car. Gilbert leaped into the air with a loud" Thank You" as the crowd roared in approval. The Scout Master came up to Gilbert with microphone in hand and asked the obvious question," So you prayed to win, huh, Gilbert ?" To which my young son answered," Oh ...
... good story, and worth reading. It's even humorous in parts. It's from the mother of a Marine in Iraq. My son told me how wonderful the care packages we had sent them were and wanted me to tell everyone thank you. He said that one guy we'll call Marine X, got a girl care package and everyone was giving him a hard time. My son said," Marine X got some really nice smelling lotion and everyone really likes it, so ... good story, and worth reading. It's even humorous in parts. It's from the mother of a Marine in Iraq. My son told me how wonderful the care packages we had sent them were and wanted me to tell everyone thank you. He said that one guy we'll call Marine X, got a girl care package and everyone was giving him a hard time. My son said," Marine X got some really nice smelling lotion and everyone really likes it, so ...
77. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Beggar's Rags [Stories]
... eligible to attend the king's banquet tomorrow night ," said the prince." But even more important, you will never need any other clothes. These garments will last forever" The beggar dropped to his knees." Oh, thank you ," he cried. But as he started to leave, he looked back at his pile of dirty rags on the floor. He hesitated. What if the prince was wrong? What if he would need his old clothes again. Quickly ... eligible to attend the king's banquet tomorrow night ," said the prince." But even more important, you will never need any other clothes. These garments will last forever" The beggar dropped to his knees." Oh, thank you ," he cried. But as he started to leave, he looked back at his pile of dirty rags on the floor. He hesitated. What if the prince was wrong? What if he would need his old clothes again. Quickly ...
... understand that you sent your Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross as payment for my sins. I accept Him as my Lord and Saviour. Please forgive all of my sins and cleanse me from all unrighteousness. Thank you God. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen. Peace be with you, and. Have A Jesus Filled Day. [by: John H. Arney, Copyright 2005-submitted by: John H. Arney ( ... understand that you sent your Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross as payment for my sins. I accept Him as my Lord and Saviour. Please forgive all of my sins and cleanse me from all unrighteousness. Thank you God. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen. Peace be with you, and. Have A Jesus Filled Day. [by: John H. Arney, Copyright 2005-submitted by: John H. Arney ( ...
... desk, already feeling defeated. There's no way possible, I thought. But the compassion I heard in my husband's voice struck a nerve inside me." Sure ," I replied." But only if God helps"" Thanks, sweetheart ," Roy whispered." Just do what you can" He then hung up the telephone. I finished my work and prayed all the way to the nearest grocery store. I entered the parking lot. I noticed a big sign ... The Greatest Thanksgiving" Are you going grocery shopping today ?" my husband, Roy asked when I picked up the telephone." I plan to ," I answered. Thanksgiving was only a couple days away. Everyone in our family would be coming to our house. My funds were limited, therefore my box of coupons awaited me in the car. I knew I had to be creative in my shopping that day. I had to stretch every dollar. For a few ...
... ." We blow out the candles but our light remains brilliant. God is the source of our light. It never dims. How can we ?" There it was. The young girl looked at me and whispered," Thank you !" She was glad she stayed. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, psychiatrist, a pioneer in Near-death studies said:" People are like stained glass windows, the true beauty can be seen only when there is light from within. The darker the night ... ." We blow out the candles but our light remains brilliant. God is the source of our light. It never dims. How can we ?" There it was. The young girl looked at me and whispered," Thank you !" She was glad she stayed. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, psychiatrist, a pioneer in Near-death studies said:" People are like stained glass windows, the true beauty can be seen only when there is light from within. The darker the night ...
81. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- I Saw God Today. [Stories]
... blessing we can raise our own little ones and then, when they are grown with babies of their own, we have the opportunity to cherish those days as we experience them once again, this time in a grand way. Thank you God for the awesome gift of grandchildren. Thank you for this second chance to welcome another generation where new life is born to our family-re-birthing all of us to the miracle of your love.~Kathy Whirity~Kathy is a ... blessing we can raise our own little ones and then, when they are grown with babies of their own, we have the opportunity to cherish those days as we experience them once again, this time in a grand way. Thank you God for the awesome gift of grandchildren. Thank you for this second chance to welcome another generation where new life is born to our family-re-birthing all of us to the miracle of your love.~Kathy Whirity~Kathy is a ...
82. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Pretzel Medicine. [Stories]
... of Pretzel Boys generosity. Without exception each employee was moved by Joe Sullivan's words and kind deed. It mattered to them that a stranger cared. And with every bite of soft pretzel a little bit of healing took place. Thank you Joe!~Teri Goggin-Roberts~< IndigoMuse63 @aol.com >Teri is a native Philadelphian who lives just outside the city with her husband and children. She says," I am blessed to continue to be employed in another part of the ... of Pretzel Boys generosity. Without exception each employee was moved by Joe Sullivan's words and kind deed. It mattered to them that a stranger cared. And with every bite of soft pretzel a little bit of healing took place. Thank you Joe!~Teri Goggin-Roberts~< IndigoMuse63 @aol.com >Teri is a native Philadelphian who lives just outside the city with her husband and children. She says," I am blessed to continue to be employed in another part of the ...
... his Father within his heart and watched his block of wood wobble down the ramp with surprisingly great speed and rushed over the finish line a fraction of a second before Tommy's car. Gilbert leaped into the air with a loud" Thank you" as the crowd roared in approval. The Scout Master came up to Gilbert with microphone in hand and asked the obvious question," So you prayed to win, huh, Gilbert ?" To which my young son answered," Oh ... his Father within his heart and watched his block of wood wobble down the ramp with surprisingly great speed and rushed over the finish line a fraction of a second before Tommy's car. Gilbert leaped into the air with a loud" Thank you" as the crowd roared in approval. The Scout Master came up to Gilbert with microphone in hand and asked the obvious question," So you prayed to win, huh, Gilbert ?" To which my young son answered," Oh ...
... really meant it too, because I could tell it in their voices when they all said" Amen"." How come you people always say grace when you eat. You're like me. You ain't got nothing to be thankful for ," I said." Ain't you got two arms and two legs kid ?" asked one of the men." Course I got two arms and two legs ," I told him." Then you got something to be thankful for ," ... Grace On The Tracks Once again, at the age of twelve, I had run away from the orphanage. It had not even entered my head that tomorrow was going to be Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving Day just happened to be one of the few days that we kids got to eat all that we wanted. I was headed out of Jacksonville, Florida, and I think I was westward bound-whatever that direction was. All I knew was that someone had told me ...
... up all her exposed roots" Over the next months, several well-meaning neighbors stopped bye to ask Mother if they could pull out her 'old dead apple tree ' to help clean up her orchard. Mom just said," No thank you, I am waiting until spring". Spring came in all its glory, and many were shocked to see the battered apple tree still in the orchard, lying on its side, miraculously now with hundreds of blossoms attached to its branches ... up all her exposed roots" Over the next months, several well-meaning neighbors stopped bye to ask Mother if they could pull out her 'old dead apple tree ' to help clean up her orchard. Mom just said," No thank you, I am waiting until spring". Spring came in all its glory, and many were shocked to see the battered apple tree still in the orchard, lying on its side, miraculously now with hundreds of blossoms attached to its branches ...
... the airline, their stewardess colors, their routes, etc. I made sure when presenting myself at an interview I was dressed in their colors to look as close to being one of their own. Letter after letter came stating thank you but we regret to inform you the position has been filled came to my mailbox. Year after year I continued my pursuit until I finally realized I must lack something that prevented my acceptance. This was a devastating reality. I stopped sending ... the airline, their stewardess colors, their routes, etc. I made sure when presenting myself at an interview I was dressed in their colors to look as close to being one of their own. Letter after letter came stating thank you but we regret to inform you the position has been filled came to my mailbox. Year after year I continued my pursuit until I finally realized I must lack something that prevented my acceptance. This was a devastating reality. I stopped sending ...
... Jesus took care of the tragic end we could have faced. And there is a big prize for running the race well! But, we have to run in His footsteps. What I day it will be, to say thank you to Jesus, face to face! And now the prize awaits me-the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of His return. And the prize is not just for me ... Jesus took care of the tragic end we could have faced. And there is a big prize for running the race well! But, we have to run in His footsteps. What I day it will be, to say thank you to Jesus, face to face! And now the prize awaits me-the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of His return. And the prize is not just for me ...
... , so he came to speak one Sunday at my grandfather's small church in Chicago. The missionary began by thanking the people for their faithfulness in supporting the orphanage." But most of all ," he said," I must thank you for the glasses you sent last year. You see, the Communists had just swept through the orphanage, destroying everything, including my glasses. I was desperate. Even if I had the money, there was simply no way of replacing ... of the orphanage was on furlough in the United States. He wanted to visit all the churches that supported him in China, so he came to speak one Sunday at my grandfather's small church in Chicago. The missionary began by thanking the people for their faithfulness in supporting the orphanage." But most of all ," he said," I must thank you for the glasses you sent last year. You see, the Communists had just swept through the orphanage, destroying everything ...
... That night, Ginny and I cuddled under the covers." Mikey ?"" Yes, Hun ?"" I love you"" I love you too, Gin"" More !" She giggled and snuggled closer." I'm thankful for being in a warm bed"" I won't argue with you on that, Gin"" You were right, Mike"" How's that ?" I held her close, closed my eyes, and began to drift to sleep in the ... A Thanksgiving We Won't Forget The little car struggled up the winding mountain highway called the Winchester Grade in Northern Idaho. We were on the way to spend Thanksgiving weekend with our son-in-law Nathan's mom and family. Ginny drove Nathan's car. The three cylinder engine whined for relief. Ahead of us, Ginny's daughter, her husband and children drove their van. Ginny down shifted. The engine screamed, but we gained momentum. Our son-in-law, concerned for us, ...
90. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Hurricane. [Stories]
... stagger up a little bank onto a grassy knoll, about 150 feet to his right. The current was still strong. He must have been swept down stream at the last minute, just as Jack had reached high ground. Thank God he had made his way to shore. Jack struggled to his feet, uttered a silent" Thank you, Lord ," and made his way down the grassy bank to the spot where Bill was kneeling and coughing up muddy water from his ... to find shelter and wait it out. I remember a little cave near here. If we can reach that, we'll be okay until the storm clears" Bill nodded. Jack helped him to his feet." And, thanks ," Bill said." Thanks for pulling me out of the water and saving my life. I didn't know which way to go" Jack laughed." I think you're the one who had a hold of me rather than me having hold ...
... you didn't count me last night? Thanks so much! Forget that Christmas present I was going to give you !" Or worse yet .God. I mean, you're counting blessings but you fall off just before you say," Thank you, God" Would I even wake up? Seriously, there is something I learned just last night from my computer. I had too many things on my start up menu and it was causing the computer to run slower. That's what ... of them out. Imagine just before you nodded off you forgot to mention a friend or loved one. I was afraid if I didn't mention them they'd know about it." Hey, you didn't count me last night? Thanks so much! Forget that Christmas present I was going to give you !" Or worse yet .God. I mean, you're counting blessings but you fall off just before you say," Thank you, God" Would I even wake up? ...
92. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- In The Woods. [Stories]
... know it." When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur And hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze"*Tears, like the water fall before me, ran endlessly down my face. Looking up I whispered" thank you, God"" Then sings my soul my savior God to thee How great Thou art How great Thou art"*Looking around me, alone in the wood I suddenly saw myself true I lifted my hands right where I stood and ... know it." When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur And hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze"*Tears, like the water fall before me, ran endlessly down my face. Looking up I whispered" thank you, God"" Then sings my soul my savior God to thee How great Thou art How great Thou art"*Looking around me, alone in the wood I suddenly saw myself true I lifted my hands right where I stood and ...
... It's amazing, a little crooked, but amazing" I pulled her into my arms, smelled her hair-the hair I hadn't smelled in months-and allowed my tears to flow freely." I'll never be able to thank him enough" John scared me more than once, but his heart was pure. He always meant to do the right thing, but mostly failed. On Christmas Eve, 1996, John finally got it right. The tears spilling down my ... off the high spots and exposed the brown earth. White scars marked the tops of uncovered rocks. John fiddled with his mower by the side of the house." The field looks good, John" I lied." Thanks !" He looked up from the mower." I don't know what's wrong with this thing" He turned it on its side." Look at that blade" I knelt down and ran a finger over the jagged cutting edge. It was ...
... what you're supposed to do ?" In return, the Rummels insisted their new friends stay the night in Indiana and made them a home-cooked meal. The Morris, Illinois, newspaper wrote about the Rummels ' experience because Brenda sent a thank you note to the community. People who read her letter to the editor asked the newspaper to tell the rest of the story. I found out about the story through a random Google e-mail alert.~~~~~~~~ ... what you're supposed to do ?" In return, the Rummels insisted their new friends stay the night in Indiana and made them a home-cooked meal. The Morris, Illinois, newspaper wrote about the Rummels ' experience because Brenda sent a thank you note to the community. People who read her letter to the editor asked the newspaper to tell the rest of the story. I found out about the story through a random Google e-mail alert.~~~~~~~~ ...
95. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Stuffing! [Stories]
... , etc, my mom would always give me a taste and ask me," What does it need ?" It was a special time. Not only for Thanksgiving but a special time for my mom and me. I am thankful to her for allowing me to help make the stuffing. It was a time I'll always remember. A time I will always hold dear to my heart.~Lori Andalee Hinderer~Lori says," I'm 47 years 'young! ' I ... The Stuffing! I was about 11 when I remember the best part of Thanksgiving day. The time was very early in the day. I called for my mother to come quickly to my bed and she lifted me into my wheelchair. Mom had already started cooking the turkey and the wonderful smell lofted into my room. This smell reminded me that I was in charge of helping mom make the delicious stuffing. She and I chopped up the nice green celery and the ...
96. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Joy Thief. [Stories]
... ! Getting paid to serve was robbing her, of all her joy, working for the Lord. And she would either do it for free, or not clean. She was finding the work, as a way to say thank you to God for His Grace, and for taking care of her late husband. $25.00 was a thief to her expression of gratitude. You can really see Jesus in people. He is everywhere. I think we expect to make a ... ! Getting paid to serve was robbing her, of all her joy, working for the Lord. And she would either do it for free, or not clean. She was finding the work, as a way to say thank you to God for His Grace, and for taking care of her late husband. $25.00 was a thief to her expression of gratitude. You can really see Jesus in people. He is everywhere. I think we expect to make a ...
97. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Welcome Home. [Stories]
... ". We then parted company as we went our separate ways. I finished buying the supplies I needed, walked on home, and oh yeah-I cried. (Anonymous Viet Nam Veteran) We often forget to be thankful to those who serve our country, protect us from terrorism, and preserve our freedom. We have veterans living today that have served us in WWII, Korea, Viet Nam, and The Persian Gulf. We have those on active duty who ... one outside of my family did for me when I returned home from serving in Viet Nam"" What is that ?" he asked." I'd be proud to welcome you home by shaking your hand if I might and say thank you for your service to our country ," I said as I held out my hand. The young soldier and his Dad both stood a little taller as the young man stuck out his hand which I readily grasped and we just stood there, ...
98. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Some Huge Gifts. [Stories]
... down a phone number to my rescuer. This unusual conversation led to a very unusual conversation. I was the not so dead man who was thanking his rescuer for the gift of life and for each new day. How do thank someone for such a gift? The joys and experiences of life that I have experienced these years have all been a gift from someone who was ready to rescue a stranger who was completely helpless and doomed. This was not the first time that ... are dead, you ought to call him. The lady opened her purse and wrote down a phone number to my rescuer. This unusual conversation led to a very unusual conversation. I was the not so dead man who was thanking his rescuer for the gift of life and for each new day. How do thank someone for such a gift? The joys and experiences of life that I have experienced these years have all been a gift from someone who was ready to rescue ...
... My husband made a good recovery and we were able to continue with our holiday. Just before we left the clinic the young man suddenly appeared at our door and smiled at us. He never uttered a word but we said thank you in the language of the country. We still didn't t know who he was, and it was only when we returned home that I realized God had sent an angel to sit with me in a strange land. I thought I was ... My husband made a good recovery and we were able to continue with our holiday. Just before we left the clinic the young man suddenly appeared at our door and smiled at us. He never uttered a word but we said thank you in the language of the country. We still didn't t know who he was, and it was only when we returned home that I realized God had sent an angel to sit with me in a strange land. I thought I was ...
100. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- God's Geese [Stories]
... The Word became a human being and, full of grace and truth, lived among us. We saw his glory, the glory which he received as the Father's only Son." [Author Unknown-from several sources-Thank You!] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... The Word became a human being and, full of grace and truth, lived among us. We saw his glory, the glory which he received as the Father's only Son." [Author Unknown-from several sources-Thank You!] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... cold and help someone passing through. Once our property was vandalized; once I drove through a blizzard in order to get two people to safety; many times I felt taken for granted by penniless motorists or hitchhikers who did not thank me for help they received and complained that I didn't do more. I hadn't felt a part of a" golden chain of kindness" for awhile and, though I still offered assistance where I could, sometimes I inwardly wished they would just ... hungry, he worked hard. Because of the afternoon heat, I expected him to give up before the job was completed. But he persisted and, after a long while, he sat wearily down in the shade. I thanked him for his work and gave him the money he needed. Then I offered him a little extra money for a task particularly well done, but he refused." No sank you ," he said in heavily accented speech. I insisted that ...
102. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- She'll Get Through. [Stories]
... !" and" What if ?" I decided that I would just trust the process and see what God had in store for all of us. So Amber's mother brought her to our house and dropped her off with a heartfelt" thank you" She moved in and began her journey into recovery. We had already met with Amber and established some ground rules. The first rule was that if she wasn't sober, she didn't live here anymore. We gently led her through the ... !" and" What if ?" I decided that I would just trust the process and see what God had in store for all of us. So Amber's mother brought her to our house and dropped her off with a heartfelt" thank you" She moved in and began her journey into recovery. We had already met with Amber and established some ground rules. The first rule was that if she wasn't sober, she didn't live here anymore. We gently led her through the ...
... lunch. I walked to the back of the plane and handed the flight attendant a fifty dollar bill. 'Take a lunch to all those soldiers ' She grabbed my arms and squeezed tightly. Her eyes wet with tears, she thanked me. 'My son was a soldier in Iraq; it's almost like you are doing it for him ' Picking up ten sacks, she headed up the aisle to where the soldiers were seated. She stopped at my seat and asked ,'Which do ... prefer-beef or chicken? ' 'Chicken, ' I replied, wondering why she asked. She turned and went to the front of plane, returning a minute later with a dinner plate from first class. 'This is your thanks ' After we finished eating, I went again to the back of the plane, heading for the rest room. A man stopped me. 'I saw what you did. I want to be part of it. Here, take this ' ...
104. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Cab Ride. [Stories]
... " There are other passengers ," I responded. Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a hug. She held onto me tightly." You gave an old woman a little moment of joy ," she said." Thank you" I squeezed her hand, then walked into the dim morning light. Behind me, a door shut. It was the sound of the closing of a life. I didn't pick up any more passengers that shift. I drove aimlessly ... " Would you carry my bag out to the car ?" she said. I took the suitcase to the cab, then returned to assist the woman. She took my arm and we walked slowly toward the curb. She kept thanking me for my kindness." It's nothing ," I told her." I just try to treat my passengers the way I would want my mother treated"" Oh, you're such a good boy ," she said. When we got in ...
... when she was pregnant, 15 years earlier. That Christmas, mindful of the warm feelings the shirt had given me, I patched one elbow, wrapped it in holiday paper and sent it to Mom. When Mom wrote to thank me for her" real" gifts, she said the yellow shirt was lovely. She never mentioned it again. The next year, my husband, daughter and I stopped at Mom and Dad's to pick up some furniture. Days later, ... you ?" Mom said when she saw me packing the yellow shirt." I wore that when I was pregnant with your brother in 1954 !"" It's just the thing to wear over my clothes during art class, Mom. Thanks !" I slipped it into my suitcase before she could object. The yellow shirt be came a part of my college wardrobe. I loved it. After graduation, I wore the shirt the day I moved into my new apartment and on Saturday ...
106. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Heart To Let Go. [Stories]
... added, You raised me into a woman, a reflection of you. I cherish the times when people say, you're so much like your Mom , yet I know I still have much to learn from you. Thank you for being so patient
I love you And it was signed, (heart ), your only daughter.~Ginger Boda~Rhymerbabe @aol.com [by: Ginger Boda, Copyright 2005, (Rhymerbabe @aol.com)-submitted by ... not always agree with what our kids do, but I agree with who they are. Doesn t God feel the same way about all of us? Recently, a card came in the mail from my baby girl, thanking me for always being there for her She added, You raised me into a woman, a reflection of you. I cherish the times when people say, you're so much like your Mom , yet I know I still ...
107. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Surviving the 81st Floor of World Trade Tower Two. [Stories]
... the concourse was surrounded with fire. Wetting themselves under the building's sprinkler system, they held hands and ran through the flames to safety at Trinity Church, about two blocks away." I wanted to go to the church to thank God ," Stanley explained," As soon as I held onto the gate of that church, the building {World Trade Center Tower Two} collapsed" Stanley and Brian made their way safely out of the danger area. Before they parted, ... finally made it home hours later to his wife, Jennifer, and his two girls, Stephanie, 8, and Caitlin, 4." I held my wife and my two children and we cried ," said Stanley. After thanking God for sparing his life, Stanley told God whatever he did, it will always be for His glory." I'm so sore, but every waking moment, I say 'Lord, had you not been in control, I would not have ...
... small candlelit room with only the bride and groom and myself. We would whisper the words of the ceremony, listening all the while for the steps of soldiers. One night, we did hear footsteps. It was scary! Thank goodness the couple I was marrying escaped in time. I was caught. (Not quite as light on my feet as I used to be, I guess) I was thrown in jail and told that my punishment was death. I tried ... helped me to keep my spirits up. She agreed that I did the right thing by ignoring the Emperor and going ahead with the secret marriages. On the day I was to die, I left my friend a little note thanking her for her friendship and loyalty. I signed it," Love from your Valentine" I believe that note started the custom of exchanging love messages on Valentine's Day. It was written on the day I died, February 14, 269 A.D ...
... you said ," she replied. Everyone laughed. Even the guy in the back of the line who made the" express checkout" comment." Thanks, I needed that !" I said. I quickly paid the clerk and thanked the girl behind me. As I sat in my car I watched her exit the store. She met up with a man and a young child in a wheel chair. They walked across the lot and I watched the girl pick the child ... look on my face." I'm trying to knock some sense into you like you said ," she replied. Everyone laughed. Even the guy in the back of the line who made the" express checkout" comment." Thanks, I needed that !" I said. I quickly paid the clerk and thanked the girl behind me. As I sat in my car I watched her exit the store. She met up with a man and a young child in a wheel ...
110. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Gift. [Stories]
... independence, loss of esteem, loss of things. What if you view that which is lost as a gift you were given for a time? Perhaps that simple choice of trying to reframe your loss will change sad memories into thankful ones. And perhaps it will get you unstuck and back on the road to healing and wholeness.~Steve Goodier~* Story from TRACKS OF A FELLOW STRUGGLER, by John Claypool (Insight Press Inc, 1995). [by: ... , something I neither earned nor deserved nor had a right to. And when I remember that the appropriate response to a gift, even when it is taken away, is gratitude, then I am better able to try and thank God that I was ever given her in the first place" His daughter was given to him to love and nurture. She never belonged to him, but he had the awesome privilege of sharing her life for a while. When he realized ...
111. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Echo. [Stories]
... theory of" The Echo" If you stand in a canyon and shout," Hello !"" Hello" comes back to you. You can't yell," How are you ?" and get a reply," Fine. Thanks for asking !" 2008 is like a canyon. You stand on the edge on new years eve and what you put into it will come back to you. The more you put in, the more will come back. If you love more ... The Echo You hear so much about memories at this time of year. From Thanksgiving Day on we are bombarded with the idea that we are not only making memories but somehow building upon them. It is the sites, sounds and smells of the holidays that trigger vivid flashbacks for me. The turkey taking center stage, the cranberries and sweet potatoes all make me think of mom. The first Christmas bell, carol, or even laughter I hear, readies my mind ...
112. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- What Happened? [Stories]
... We would all be huddled around my mother, making sure that she enjoyed her" well deserved" day of rest. When did we start having our children play sports on Thanksgiving? This warm, wonderful day of giving and thanks used to be a special day to share with family and friends. We would spend the entire day eating, relaxing and enjoying the ones we loved. We would never have wasted a precious minute worrying about dragging our kids away from their warm ... my mother and our family on mom's special day. We would all be huddled around my mother, making sure that she enjoyed her" well deserved" day of rest. When did we start having our children play sports on Thanksgiving? This warm, wonderful day of giving and thanks used to be a special day to share with family and friends. We would spend the entire day eating, relaxing and enjoying the ones we loved. We would never have wasted a precious ...
113. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Easter Gift. [Stories]
... in the services with us and other functions. I tried to contact them by telephone but the number was disconnected. Steve and I looked at each other. We weren't going to question God on this one, but we certainly thanked Him in prayer. Whenever I make finger Jell-O for our grandgals, I always think about a special Easter years ago when God gave us some warm and caring friends that we will never forget.~Diane Dean White~Thelamb212 @aol.com Diane ... but soon our departure was upon us. On the day of the move, I wondered how we would get everything done. Just then, our friends arrived with some people from the church and pitched right in. I remember thanking them for being such an encouragement to us during the months we had lived there. My friend simply said," Just pass it on" She never took credit for anything she just praised the Lord for everything. I was so grateful ...
114. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- What can I do? [Stories]
... out with both hands and held hers. She appeared slightly startled as she looked up at me." Thanks, you did a great job. I hope things get better" Her eyes welled with tears as she whispered" Thank you"" What can I do ?" The timing was perfect. I was struggling with my own issues and God gave me the perfect chance to touch someone else who was struggling, too. Someone is in pain and hurting today. Someone's ... and running. She totaled the sale, I handed her money and as she began to give me my change I reached out with both hands and held hers. She appeared slightly startled as she looked up at me." Thanks, you did a great job. I hope things get better" Her eyes welled with tears as she whispered" Thank you"" What can I do ?" The timing was perfect. I was struggling with my own issues and God gave ...
115. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- What Inspires Me? [Stories]
... s safety, rather than the all mighty dollar, just another buck that he could have gotten from me, a stranger from out of nowhere. Last week, one year later, I returned to his small shop and I thank him once again. I wanted him to know that kindness and good deeds are truly appreciated by some, even in this day and age, and that I will forever remember that kindness. People just being good, kind and respectful to one ... and stood wondering how much this leather was going to cost me. How much do I owe you ? Don t worry about it , he told me, as he waived his hand back and forth. After thanking him, and shaking his hand, Madison and I got into my truck and returned home, where I covered the small shelf with foam and the leather. It was less than an hour later when she slipped off the edge of my desk ...
... new potatoes. Pondering the peas, I couldn't help overhearing the conversation between Mr. Miller and the ragged boy next to me." Hello Barry, how are you today ?"" H'lo, Mr. Miller. Fine, thank 'ya. Jus ' admirin ' them peas .sure look good"" They are good, Barry. How's your Ma ?"" Fine. Gittin ' stronger alla ' time"" Good. Anything I can help you with ?"" No, ... like this at home ?"" Not 'zackley. but, almost"" Tell you what. Take this sack of peas home with you and next trip this way let me look at that red marble"" Sure will. Thanks, Mr. Miller" Mrs. Miller, who had been standing nearby, came over to help me. With a smile she said:" There are two other boys like him in our community, all three are in very poor circumstances ...
117. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Mears Family Store. [Stories]
... or who deserves it more. You saved me and the store years ago. As soon as the paperwork to transfer title to you is complete, I plan on going out and seeing the rest of this great country" Julie thanked him and added that she would always keep the name of Mears Family Store, and he could come back when he wanted to. A few days later, Bernie packed and loaded his car and left among many tears and good luck wishes from ... in the ground. When the seeds sprouted, Julie looked anxiously at the rows and there were no empty spots. They all came up and produced the best crop of vegetables Bernie had ever seen. Julie gave another prayer of thanks. You might say those two had the idea for the first Dollar Store as they reduced the prices until nothing in the store cost more than a dollar with many items a penny or nickel. They soon became well known in the community for ...
A woman thinking about committing suicide. She thinks about the effect it would have on her family and friends. Despair and sorrow turn to new ...
... a tiny Child s long ago, who lay upon a manger. A soft wink, a wiggle of a lip, the twitch of an ear. The barn was alive with the music of their voices, as they thanked me for the midnight visit. The stomp of a foot, the swish of a tail, as they each expressed their gratitude. Pappy could only lean against the manger, his eyes opened wide, as he watched the magic of Christmas breathe ... a hug, and a tender pat, as I go fetch their treats. Here you go Snickers I handed the treat to his eager lips. His ears flicked and wriggled as he crunched the aromatic goodie. Thanks momma He whispered. And so on with Dakota, and finally, Diamond. Their eyes spoke volumes to me in the Christmas air. Their hearts and souls were one with mine in a tiny faraway barn, somewhere in the vast night ...
119. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Bag of Kindness. [Stories]
... you can have some of mine" The way she said it, so nice, and the kindness in her eyes made me start to cry and I ran from the room in shame. I never did take her macaroni or thank her for the offer. I couldn't speak to her again because I was sure I would see my own shame mirrored in her eyes. I often think about Rosalyn and the way she turned to save me that day. I spent a great ... little bag of macaroni. I wrapped it up with a heavy heart that morning thinking of those turbulent days past. I thought of Rosalyn and the little gift she tried to share with me and I give a silent prayer of thanks for all the people like her that make this world a better place to live in. [by: John Gaudet, Copyright 2003 (drmrjohn62 @yahoo.com)-from '2TheHeart '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
120. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Angels In The Alley. [Stories]
... lineup to see if she could identify him. She agreed and immediately pointed out the man she had seen in the alley. When the man was told he had been identified, he immediately broke down and confessed. The officers thanked Diane for her help and asked if there was anything they could do for her. She asked if they would ask the man one question. She was curious as to why he had not attacked her. When the policeman asked him, he ... a young girl had been raped in the same alley, just twenty minutes or so after she had been there. Feeling overwhelmed by this tragedy, and the fact that it could have been her, she began to weep, thanking God for her safety. To try to help this young woman, she decided to go to the police station. She felt she could recognize the man. She told her story. The policeman asked her if she would be willing to look ...
... Grandpa s Thanksgiving Gift What we didn t know when we planned our special trip to Grandma and Grandpa s house that year, was that it would be our last Thanksgiving in that old rambling home. My younger brother and I were in our teens and although we knew Grandpa was in his eighties and had been under a doctor s care, we are never prepared for the things in life that we know God has control of, and with only exciting thoughts for the holiday ahead, we started out in Dad s old Studebaker for the house in the country where they lived. The trip was a good three hours drive from the city, and it was the house my Dad had grown up in. My grandfather had been the editor of the town newspaper as well as a school teacher. Grandma had been busy raising a large family, and although most of her family were now scattered in various directions across the ...
... Brothers-A Story For Thanksgiving Tom Bonard eased his rangy gelding onto the icy slope of the coulee. The nervous horse picked his way to the bottom, his hooves slipping and sliding on loose stones and dirt. The blanketed paint that Bonard was leading didn't have as much difficulty because he was riderless. At the bottom of the dry stream bed, Bonard saw what he was looking for-a campfire flickering in the darkness 150 yards ahead. He pulled his wide-brimmed Stetson further down over his eyes to ward off the icy effects of the blue norther ' sweeping across the plains. This is the doggonest place to be Thanksgiving night, he thought to himself as he pulled his coat tighter around his throat against the wind-driven sleet. Bonard urged his horse toward the campfire, the paint trotted behind on the tether. As he got closer he recognized a familiar figure, wrapped in a blanket, hunched over the fire. Bonard stopped and dismounted ...
... Thanksgiving, The Old Fashioned Way The" tradition" is now in its fifth year. I would not have thought that such an early morning venture to my mother's house 30 minutes away on a cold, dark morning, would be so much fund that I didn't even have to mark it on the calendar as a reminder. The tradition, as I now think of it, started the first Thanksgiving after my father died, less than one month prior. I knew the first set of holidays would be difficult for my mother. I thought it would be the right thing to do-to drive to mom's early Thanksgiving morning to help her prepare the stuffing, prep the turkey, and put the bird in the oven. But mostly to keep her company in the now quiet house. Since we usually eat early afternoon, arriving at mom's by 6am meant getting up and out of my house by 5: 30am. First stop in my ...
... Change Your Thanksgiving Story Here is a story, that I heard many years ago. A young girl is watching her mother prepare a ham for Thanksgiving. Before she puts the ham into the pan, she cuts about six inches off of the end of it, and throws it away. The daughter asks the mother why she cuts the end off the ham. She replies; I'm not sure, but that is how my mother did it. So, knowing that all the family is gathered in one place, she approaches her grandmother. She asks her grandmother why she cut the end off the ham, before preparing it. Her grandmother replies; I'm not sure, but that was how my mother did it. In one final attempt, the young lady approaches her great grandmother. She asks why she cut the end of the ham, before cooking it. Her great grandmother replies; We only had one pan to cook with in ...
... " No, that's okay, I don't mind. Let me hold you while we get the door open" There was no way she'd get into the car, or, if she did, it would have been at the risk of falling if left to do it alone. All the while the driver just sat and watched with a very frustrated look upon her face. The old woman opened the car door and I helped her in. She sat and couldn't thank me enough. I told her not to mention it and that's what people are for. I even laughed to make her feel better and said," I'm used to this !" I am used to it, and I don't mind it. My fiance and I are getting quite accustomed to helping his dad's ill sister into the car and his father, too. It's just what you do. Well, it's what most people do. After the old woman was seated I tucked ...
126. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Family Strength. [Stories]
... head table, as there were numerous calls for us to show signs of affection. A spoon would strike the side of a glass. Across the room, another would join in. The clattering of spoons to glasses grew, until Georgia and I rose to our feet and kissed tenderly. It was time for speeches. When it was my turn, I stood, turned, faced my new father-in-law, and raised my glass in the air." Tibor, thank you! I thank you for your courage. Many years ago, you made a decision to flee your homeland, cross a guarded border, and make your home in Canada. This lady beside me was born in a far-away country but now sits beside me as my wife. It was your strength and courage that made this possible" With a trembling voice, I continued," Tibor, thank you for giving me your daughter" The room was quiet, except for muffled ...
127. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Teacup. [Stories]
... second oven that gave you the strength to endure. Now you are everything I intended you to be-from the beginning" And I, the teacup, heard myself saying something I never thought I would hear myself saying," Master, forgive me, I did not trust you. I thought you were going to harm me, I did not know you had a glorious future and a hope for me. I was too shortsighted, but I want to thank you. I want to thank you for the suffering. I want to thank you for the process of pain. Here I am! I give you myself-fill me; pour from me, use me as you see fit. I really want to be a vessel that brings you glory within my life" Comment-And all God's people said AMEN. [Author Unknown-from Gerard J. Mahar] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
128. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Thanks for listening! [Stories]
... Thanks for listening! I have learned to expect gifts from God in the form of people. People who I meet for a few seconds, a few hours or even for a lifetime. My wife and I took a short train ride on an old historic train. It was part of her birthday plans. The one hour included lunch and for me high expectations. I expected to meet someone new who would be seated at our table. They wouldn't know it but God was sending them to me. He always sends me many gifts and at least one person. This would be my gift for today. Sure enough, we weren't seated two minutes, when I heard," Would you mind if I joined you ?" I replied," I was expecting you !" He was in his early sixties and handicapped from a stroke. He politely introduced himself and for the next 45 minutes .never stopped talking and loudly. If there was a ...
... Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation~~~President Abraham Lincoln, October 3, 1863...." It is the duty of nations as well as men to own their dependence upon the overruling power of God: to confess their sins and transgressions in humble sorrow, yet with assured hope that genuine repentance will lead to mercy and pardon; and to recognize the sublime truth, announced in the Holy Scriptures and proven by all history, that those nations are blessed whose God is the Lord." We know that by His divine law, nations, like individuals, are subjected to punishments and chastisements in this world. May we not justly fear that the awful calamity of civil war, which now desolates the land, may be a punishment inflicted upon us for our presumptuous sins, to the needful end of our national reformation as a whole people?" We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of heaven; we have been preserved these ...
130. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Happy Endings. [Stories]
... , and he continues to keep proving the experts wrong. When he appeared and walked on the Oprah show recently, he proved to have made a miraculous recovery. If you had not known him or his story, you would not have realized that he had an injury that almost cost him his life. Back at TIRR, many patients are obliged to learn to deal and cope with dramatic changes after those life altering experiences. A person, often, is simply thankful for the small things-like being able to brush one's teeth, tying one's shoes, combing one's hair, etc. Quite often the small things in life are really huge. Often, it takes much time to deal with the many losses. However, with a positive attitude, support, as well as many other factors, life, after a spinal cord injury can be very successful. The proverb," Be thankful for what you have and do not dwell on what ...
... being" beaten around like a puppet jerked on a string" was not. I was given a You are" CHARLIE ON ARRIVAL"-meaning that I could land immediately. I had the ship to myself. Usually, if a bird needs more fuel the tankers are available to give it another drink. No tankers were up on that day. On the other hand, I did come back with enough gas for about six (6) landing attempts. Thank goodness I did. When the ship is just rocking and rolling, the visual" meatball" on the final approach glide slope is gyro-stabilized. But, if the ship is H-E-A-V-I-N-G AND B-U-C-K-I-N-G.. the gyro limits are exceeded making the" meat ball's" light & beam inaccurate. In this situation the Landing Signal Officer (LSO) will manually control the" meat ball" to keep you on a desired glide slope. In other words, he puts the beam where he ...
132. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Christmas Crayons. [Stories]
... was in the kitchen putting her famous cinnamon rolls into the oven and we already smelled Dad's coffee perking." Time for presents. Hurry up !" Diane tugged mom's bathrobe, then all five of us scrambled back into the living room." Youngest first ," Dad commanded when Dennis started reaching for his gift. Diane quickly ripped the festive paper off her cereal-sized package and promptly pulled out a bright red coloring book with a goofy grinning elf on the cover." Thanks ," she squeaked in her best trying-to-be-happy voice. I was next, so I grabbed the smaller box with my name on it and carefully peeled off the paper." Geeze-think we got all day ?" Dennis grumbled. My smile was genuine as I inspected my big box of 64 Crayola Crayons." Wow! It even has a built in sharpener. Thanks" Mom and Dad grinned as Dennis ripped the paper off his one measly gift." Neat. A model ...
133. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Living Tree. [Stories]
... . After we bumped the tree ball up the stairs and negotiated the heavy weight of the root ball into the shiny tub, we filled the tub with water, just like a potted plant. Oblivious to the combination of moisture and electricity, we had our tree lighted in no time. Standing back, in the living room, now darkened except for the lights of the tree, was a breathless, magical moment. Tears rolled down my cheeks, as I thanked God, for giving me back my Christmas. We went a little wild, carefully placing every childhood token, every home-made gift, and every bauble and bead, that we had packed so long ago, only to be forgotten. But not this Christmas. Our little living tree became filled with a lifetime of love and sharing. Christmas came and went, all too fast. We carefully removed each ornament, the lights, and the garland. Tenderly, we moved our potted ...
134. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Visit. [Stories]
... honored: Two Marines he had never met took time out to visit an old Marine like him. He told me again and again how sharp they looked and how all the nurses thought he was so important." But how did you ever get them to do that ?" he asked me." It was easy. We are all Marines, Dad, past and present; it's the bond" After hanging up with my dad, I called Sergeant Vanes to thank him for visiting my dad. And to thank him for the extra things he did to make it special: wearing his dress blue uniform, bringing another Marine along-he even took a digital camera with him. He had pictures taken of the two Marines with my dad right beside his bed. That evening, he e-mailed them to me so I could see for myself that my dad was not alone and that he was going to be okay. As for the flowers, ...
135. "A Dog Named Jessie" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... , my heart broke for the little pup who had been abandoned in a cardboard box, by the side of the road. Then, love burst into my heart, as he came over to me, hesitantly, expecting rejection. Jessie, I love you , I whispered into his neck, as my arms slipped around him. Tears dropped from my eyes, as I realized Jessie s need for my love. Twelve years later, I am so thankful that we gave Jessie a new life and another chance. I m older much older, and so is Jessie. Our relationship has grown, as my health has declined. In the house, I m very much the one in charge, and Jessie, still timid in many ways, knows who is boss. When we go outside, however, Jessie is in charge. Like the noble watch dog he was born to be, he guards and protects me and ...
... to tell the King how lovely everything is and see all the neat things in his castle. If only I could tell the King that I just wanted to see him !" wailed the little boy." Whoa! Slow down a little. Sounds like you've had a rough time today" With that, the man set down His sack and began to rummage through it." Would you like to have a fresh apple ?" asked the Man." Yes, thanks, said the little boy. I don't think I'll ever go back there !" The man looked at the little boy thoughtfully." Look, why don't you try again. I'll go with you this time" The Man smiled at the little boy, who was obviously concerned for His (the Man's) safety; apparent thinking the gate-keeper would be really mad if the boy returned a second time. The Man stood up and dusted himself off." C'mon with Me. Maybe ...
137. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Your Wake Up Call! [Stories]
... be. The greatest, shining example of YOU! Now, go and watch this ordinary, simple, woman who is mocked by the crowd and judges until .until God said" Shut up and listen! She is my Child !" And the self centered opened their hearts. The cynical became believers. The world was reminded that everyone is a gift given by God. Yes, that includes you, my friend. Follow this link, watch, listen and then thank God, for this day. It is" Your Wake Up Call !" Susan Boyle (Click the Link to watch and listen). Thank you, Susan Boyle!" I believe in You !" J~Bob Perks~[ by: Bob Perks Copyright 2009 (2believe @comcast.net)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... beyond hundreds and must be more than a thousand-enough to feed an entire colony of woodpeckers the whole winter long. They will not starve, for their food tree-their sterile food tree friend-sustains them. The childless fir will live on in the woodpeckers and their hatchlings. And as I see the pole surrounded by its woodpeckers, bearing a harvest not its own for a family not its own, I sense it has grown more philosophical, more thankful with age. Few trees aspire to be telephone poles, you know, but for many that is their destiny. Often we can feel only pain and loss. We suffer. We hurt. We feel sorry for ourselves. But sometimes, if we can grasp it, God is creating for us a new and wonderful life through that which has died. Who would think that an aging pole could be thankful for a colony of woodpeckers? Who indeed? [Dr. Ralph ...
139. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Red Geranium. [Stories]
... that I can afford. Something that will last awhile" My purse was pretty flat .The greenhouse was on my way home so I pulled in and parked. I trudged wearily up the slight incline and pushed the door open and went in. Facing me, sat the prettiest red geranium I had ever seen! It had four large clusters in full bloom, and, on closer inspection, I saw four more clusters just budding out. I breathed my," Thank you, Lord !" and wondered why I was so surprised." How much is it ?" I asked the girl at the counter. And she answered," Four-fifty, plus a dollar if you want it wrapped ,"" It's an answer to a prayer ," I told her" All the geraniums I've seen are bedding plants" And as I signed the card she tucked a red ribbon bow at the base of the plant. I could hardly wait to deliver it and when ...
... she said," so I told him about Stevie and his mom and everything, and Pete and they ended up giving me this" She handed me another paper napkin that had" Something for Stevie" scrawled on its outside. Two $50 bills were tucked within its folds. Frannie looked at me with wet shiny eyes, shook her head and said simply," truckers"-'ya got to love 'em. That was three months ago. Today is Thanksgiving, the first day Stevie is supposed to be back to work. His placement worker said he's been counting the days until the doctor said he could work, and it didn't matter that it was a holiday. He called 10 times in the last week, making sure we knew he was coming, fearful that we had forgotten him or his job was in jeopardy. I arranged to have his mother bring him to work, met them in the parking lot, and invited them ...
141. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Lips Of God. [Stories]
... have moved Heaven and Earth to make her leave Virginia Tech. I was ready to lay down in the driveway, if necessary, to keep her from driving away. I cannot answer why, except that God would not let me leave her there. I have wrestled with this for days. Along with my grief at the horror that was perpetrated in twenty minutes in the halls of a building where my daughter would have been, I do know this: I thank God that He is so hard on me. There is a terrible guilt that comes with that gratitude-the gratitude that makes me say," Thank you, Lord, that it was not my child" I'm not sure I know what the message is, except this: When we say goodbye to those we love, when we hug them, we must make every second of that hug count. Hug, love, and pray, as though we have the lips of ...
142. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Once you have... [Stories]
... with spent, exhausted and drained. Once you have seen a sunrise and a sunset, you know that God has kept His promise and has every day of your life. Have you kept yours? Once you have said" I will" then you must follow through." I will" is your word, not a" maybe" Once you have more, you must give more to those who have less. Once you have anything, you must give thanks. Once you have nothing, you must give thanks, too. It's not just in having that we should be grateful. Just being alive is a gift, too. Once you have stood in awe looking at the stars you realize how incredibly special you must be. For in all the universe there is only one" you" But realize that the universe is looking back in awe at you, too. All of God's creation is" Awe-some !" Once you have heard ...
... down. The foam on my beard creaked. He looked away from me. A bead of sweat rolled down my forehead. The only sound was the hammering of my heart." Mike" That was all he managed to say. He lost his composure, leaned back in his chair, and bellowed with laughter. He held his stomach. Tears formed in his eyes, as I sat silent and confused. When he regained control, he said," Thanks, Mike! With the job cuts, it's been hard to enjoy the Christmas season. Thanks for the laugh, I needed it" That evening, and every evening of the Christmas season, I stood proudly in the window and waved to my fans. The bus crowd waved wildly, and the little children smiled at the strange Santa. My heart filled with joy. For a few minutes each day, we could forget the loss of jobs. I didn't know it then ...
144. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Christmas Presence. [Stories]
... in a bright red, plaid shirt tucked haphazardly into baggy red trousers. The trousers appeared to be held up by only two, wide, fire-engine-red suspenders that had long since outlived their elasticity. This Santa Claus facsimile was standing in the doorway waiting patiently for an answer to his query. The only thing missing was the beard. As I looked toward the bright hallway lights from the darkened room, I thought for a moment that I was dreaming." No thanks ," I responded." I just came on duty. I'll grab something at lunch" Before disappearing down the hall he added," Name's George. Just let me know what I can do for you, Missy. I'll be right back" As I cared for my patients, George was right alongside. I watched him spread holiday cheer as he became a guest to the patients who had no visitors that day. When trays arrived he knew who needed assistance and who needed ...
... it shall be settled tonight" Again he explained the steps of conversion; again he prayed. As he spoke, the miner broke into sobs and tears, and at last the light pierced his darkness." I see it !" he cried." I give myself absolutely to God, to His will, to do only what He wants. It is settled. Praise His name, it is settled !" The two men knelt again, but this time to thank God for bringing light to a sinner's soul. The next morning the miner went to work as usual. During the day he was sent to a distant part of the mine to fetch some tools. When he did not return, his fellow workers went to look for him. They found that the mine walls had caved in on him, and he was buried in the debris. Working with pick and shovel, they began to dig. Finally, from the fragments of rock ...
146. "Just Shake It Off" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... even a little laughter, but it will feel good. Your challenges won't go away, but you will break the bond they have on you at that moment. When things go wrong they feel like they have a grip on you both mentally and physically. Ask God to help you let go of them and then stand up, sit where you are and" shake it off !" I promise you it will work. Then begin to put things in perspective, thank God that you are alive and yes, thank Him for the things you will learn from all of these challenges. Things don't happen to you, they happen for you! (Tip: add a little" Shake it off !" music to it. You'll really enjoy the dance of freedom !)" I wish you enough !" J~Bob Perks~Good news-Bob Perks ' first book," I Wish You Enough ," Embracing Life's Most Valuable Moments. is now available ...
... a Lifetime. This makes me think of Ellen Ruth and how she was in my life for a reason, I m sure, and only a season, but made a lifetime impression. It was by the grace of God that my hero was there to reach down and bring me up, saving my life. It was by the grace of God that years later, Jesus reached down and brought me up, saving my soul. I m so thankful for Ellen Ruth being in my life. I will never forget her. I m even more thankful for Jesus being in my life. He is my true hero. He is in my life for a reason, has been in my life through all the seasons and will remain for my lifetime. He is how I have survived. Lora Cox [by: Lora Cox Copyright 2003 (bell @evansville.net)-submitted by: Lora Cox] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
... were now shaking with each pushup in a struggle to lift himself against the force of gravity. Sweat was dropping off of his face and, by this time, there was not a dry eye in the room. The very last two girls in the room were cheerleaders and very popular. Bro. Christianson went to Linda, the second to last, and asked," Linda, do you want a doughnut? Linda said, very sadly," No, thank you" Bro. Christianson asked Steve," Steve, would you do ten pushups so that Linda can have a donut she doesn't want ?" Grunting from the effort, Steve did ten very slow pushups for Linda. Then Bro. Christianson turned to the last girl, Susan." Susan, do you want a donut ?" Susan, with tears flowing down her face, asked," Bro. Christianson, can I help him ?" Bro. Christianson, with tears of his ...
... the part tight." Forgive me, my friend ," the first screw said to the second." In my vanity, I was so busy laughing at your blemish that I did not notice that I was working myself loose"" And what have you learned ?" the second screw quietly asked." I learned not to judge others because I have my own sins to deal with"" Then ," the second screw said," I forgive you"" Thank you, my friend. And rest assured, my vanity will remain forever at the bottom of that dirty puddle of oil"" Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered" (Psalm 32: 1 NIV) [by Ed Price (The Loving Heart)-from Wes] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... The possibility of our little grand daughter getting her tiny toesies caught in the spindles was a nightmarish thought. My mind flashbacked to the days when Katie, her mom, rode on the back of my pink and gray ten-speed. Has it really have been over 2 decades ago? I don't remember being so concerned when she was the one riding in back of me. As a grandma I now find myself worrying over everything, which probably comes with the territory. Thankfully there was a purpose for the vinyl sheeting I noticed lying next to the empty box. Following the instructions, we placed it between the back tire and frame and clamped it together with a few heavy duty plastic strip ties. Even though this vinyl covering causes an annoying sound, like a kid's bike with cards stuck in the spokes, nothing compares to the melody of hearing my darling grand baby girl oohing and aahhing while patting my back as we pedal through the park. It's ...
151. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The New Guy. [Stories]
... a new guy in the office. I don't know his name, but he seems nice enough. He's pleasant, but kind of quiet. He seems bright. He smiles a lot. A few days after he started here he asked me to provide some information for a project he's working on, and he asked nicely. It took me a few days to get the information, and he was nicely patient. And when I delivered it to him, he thanked me. Nicely. So clearly he's. you know. nice. When we walk by each other in the hallway we smile and say hi. Actually, he says," Hi, Joe" I just say" hi" because. well. I don't know his name, and I'm embarrassed to ask. I mean, he's been here for a couple of weeks. I SHOULD know his name. But I don't. So I just say" hi" when I ...
152. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Moonlit River. [Stories]
... in running water, on a moonlit night to regenerate them. Maybe in time, those stones would heal my pony s bad foot. Nothing else I had tried had worked the magic I so longed. I quietly left the barn, and followed the hoof prints of her pasture mate in the moonlight, toward the indigo river which split the night. My feet crunched through the ice newly frozen on the browned pasture grass. The night was chilly, but thankfully the air was calm. I inhaled the scent of the earth as it enveloped me, and gazed for a moment at the winter sky. It shone onyx black, hung with glistening stars and embellished with a near perfect moon. The atmosphere around me lay sleepily silent, as my pony did in the barn, anticipating my return. I clutched the healing stones tightly to my heart, and followed the sound of the stream as it cascaded into the dark abyss below, searching ...
... refused to accept his out-of-town check. The Samaritan could not even purchase necessary bandages or ointment for the injured man's wounds. In desperation the Samaritan traded his coat with the merchant for a box of Band-Aids and some antiseptic swabs. It was with a heavy heart that the Samaritan began his return journey on foot. The irony served to reinforce his determination to get back to the helpless man. On his way through town the Samaritan spotted a congenial looking community church. Thank God, he thought as hope sprang up in his heart. Here he knew he would find" like-minded people" who would lend a helping hand. The Samaritan hurried up the steps and knocked on the office door. With the pastor's help and the church's van, he thought, we'll be able to get to the injured man before dark! In the pastor's comfortable study, the Samaritan listened silently as the pastor (while patting the Samaritan frequently on the shoulder) explained how ...
154. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Pumpkin Patch. [Stories]
... the area. The only trace of hay, apple cider and friendly faced scarecrows to welcome us are in the memories of two aging parents and their now grown daughters. These days we purchase our pumpkins at the local grocery store. Lately we have resorted to painting on smiling faces in stead of carving them. They are quite smaller than the gargantuan gourds our children use to choose. Autumn is a special time of caring and sharing. It's a time to be thankful for the harvest that we reap, both nutritional and spiritual. In the harvest of our lives I am grateful for the bounty of love and memories that are mine to forever cherish.~Kathy Whirity~Bio: Kathy Whirity lives in Chicago where she shares her life and love with her husband of 29 years, Bill, their two daughters, Jaime and Katie, and two rambunctious retrievers, Holly and Hannah. Kathy is a newspaper columnist who shares her sentimental musings on family ...
... a bookcase. He tinkered day and night, creating things with his skilled hands, hands never slowed by time or age. As soon as he finished one creation, he would begin another. One summer day, I came to visit, but something was missing from the yard. The satellite dish was gone. In its wake was a large hole, followed by drag marks slicing across the lawn. The yard now looked oddly barren, reminding me of a Thanksgiving table missing its centerpiece. I could almost feel my memories fade as I gazed solemnly at the bare spot in front of me. I followed the path of churned dirt and crushed grass around the side of the house, to the back yard. My mother would have had a fit if she were still here and seen the mess dad had made. There it was. A giant spacecraft had crashed in the backyard. The neighbors would surely think my father had gone mad. ...
... of which I was not guilty stealing. My only sin that time was that I was six and forgot that something wasn t mine. It wasn t in the rules to try and talk our way out of anything. Dad would sometimes punish first and ask questions later. For that I never held a grudge. We talked about it after I became an adult, and he admitted that he was sometimes too harsh. But I am thankful that Dad loved us enough to discipline us. Whenever punishment was administered, it was done in love. Then he would always pray with us afterwards. My father was generous to a fault. I used to think that he was too generous to other people and not quite generous enough with my mother. But she never complained. She was just as generous, but with a bit more judgment. I wish my father had taken more notice of special days, like birthdays and ...
157. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Story of Soul. [Stories]
... a man named Mercy came running and said," I command you, Condemnation, to stop beating Soul" Condemnation snickered," Make me" So Mercy unsheathed his sword and cut Condemnation in two. As Soul watched in astonished pain, he was overtaken by the power of Mercy. Mercy walked up to Soul and said," I have dealt with Condemnation before. He should not show up around you anymore" Soul replied," How can I ever thank you ?"" Well ," replied Mercy," I was sent here by God and He told me to introduce you to a dear friend of mine. His name is Redemption" Redemption walked up and said," Hello Soul, I see that you are not doing well" Soul replied," Not until Mercy came along. It is a pleasure to meet you Redemption"" Well ", said Redemption ," I am glad to meet you. Are you ready to accept me ...
... mind even though it has been three decades and counting. Jingle Bell Rock I remember hearing often on that very first Christmas that Bill and I shared together. Our love was as fresh and delicate as new fallen snow back then. The years have accumulated into a blizzard of family life follies. When I hear the sounds of Jingle Bell Rock I'm reminded of what a rocking good life we have shared all these many years. The day after we've stuffed ourselves with Thanksgiving turkey and all the trimmings, the totes containing all our holiday hoopla are stacked in the family room. At first sight it looks like a daunting task, especially since each year my collection of decorations grows. With the help of Christmas classics streaming from the radio my home is transformed in all its seasonal splendor in no time at all. It's a fa-la-la-la good time when music mingles with the melody of feelings that only surface at this special time of year. I never get ...
159. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Me. [Stories]
... hated anyone's pity even more. One day, after questioning myself for weeks, I came to a simple conclusion" He then reached into his shirt pocket. It was stuffed with pieces of paper, a pocket protector and four ink pens. Flipping through a few pages of a small spiral notebook, he came to a blank page. With the click of his pen he scribbled a few letters and handed it to me." Here's your lesson for today. Thanks for stopping. Just wave next time" Then off he went. I took the slightly crumpled paper and opening it found this:" OK 2 Be Me" I smiled as I saw him disappear around the corner. Maybe if I had stopped the first time I saw him, I wouldn't have been so hard on myself lately. I'll look for him and next time I won't feel so bad passing him by. I'll just wave. It's" OK2BME".~Bob ...
160. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Mitten [Stories]
... this to be true? I know because I am the little girl, now grown up with children of my own. It is still the gift I hang onto today, having seen more grief in my lifetime than I care to dwell on. Looking back and reflecting I remember this one special moment, and all the other times since, that He has been with me and shown me that He cares. He sees the sparrow fall, and mittens too. Thank you Jesus! [Linda Denise Moser, Copyright © 1999-from 'Tidbits Devotional ' (Bill Champion)] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
161. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Missing Jesus [Stories]
... all just get on with Christmas? It's probably 20 below out there now. And the wind is picking up. Of all the crazy things to do on a night like this" When they got to the house at 205 Chestnut Street it was the darkest one on the block. Only one tiny light burned in the living room and, the moment we set foot on the porch steps, my mother opened the door and shouted," They're here, Oh thank God you got here, Ray! You kids take those blankets into the living room and wrap up the little ones on the couch. I'll take the milk and cookies"" Would you mind telling me what is going on, Ethel ?" my father asked." We have just walked through below zero weather with the wind in our faces all the way"" Never mind all that now ," my mother interrupted." There is no heat in this house and this young ...
... much will it take to pay your hotel bill and get you and your friend back to the campus? Sit down and let's talk this over" Coolidge added up the room rate and two rail tickets. It came to $32. That may not sound like much now, but it was a considerable sum then." I'll give you the $32 as a loan ," the President said," and I expect you to pay me back" The youth thanked him. Coolidge then advised him to leave by the same window he used to enter the room, as secret service agents were sure to be patrolling the hallway. As the young man climbed out, Coolidge left him with this admonition:" Son, you're a nice boy. You are better than you are acting. You are starting down the wrong road. Just remember who you are" It wasn't until after the death of Mrs. Coolidge in 1957 that this story was ...
... 17pm, our beautiful baby was born. At age 56, Kenny became a father and at almost 41 years old I became a mother. What a joy it was to hear his first cries and to know that he was healthy and alive! His name is also Kenny and he's a beautiful baby and other than having congenital cataracts and needing 5 eye surgeries, he is doing very well. I so look forward to celebrating Mother's Day this year and am so thankful for my little miracle. It is my hope and prayer that other couples that have been told they'll never have a baby will one day get their miracle, even if it happens later in life.~Sherry A. Smith~< grayce2001 @md.metrocast.net >Sherry says," I live in Maryland, with my husband, my son Kenny, and several cats. I like to write and especially enjoy pen-palling the old fashioned (snail mail) way" Here is the link ...
164. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- I-N-S-E-P-A-R-A-B-L-E [Stories]
... into our bedroom at night. I woke Dick, put on my robe and ran into my father's room. Dad lay in his bed, his face serene. But his spirit had left quietly sometime during the night. Two days later my shock and grief deepened when I discovered Cheyenne lying dead beside Dad's bed. I wrapped his still form in the rag rug he had slept on. As Dick and I buried him near a favorite fishing hole, I silently thanked the dog for the help he had given me in restoring Dad's peace of mind. The morning of Dad's funeral dawned overcast and dreary. This day looks like the way I feel, I thought, as I walked down the aisle to the pews reserved for family. I was surprised to see the many friends Dad and Cheyenne had made filling the church. The pastor began his eulogy. It was a tribute to both Dad and the dog who had changed his life. For ...
165. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Walk In The Forest. [Stories]
... at last she pried open its jaws. With a leap he jumped free of his prison, unharmed, but for one of his paws. The mink, in his white coat for winter, slithered swiftly away from the site. Then he stopped. He looked back at the mother, his beady-eyes black as the night. The children have now grown, and left her. That mother's had much time to think. She's convinced that he turned round to thank her for helping God's creature, the mink. A true story incident from the 60's.-Helen Dowd-[ by Helen Dowd Copyright 2004, (helendowd @shaw.ca)-submitted by: Helen Dowd] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
166. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- "Bearly" Managing. [Stories]
... " Bearly" Managing It was my first, and last, time I went camping. My boyfriend, his brother and I headed to a campsite at Lake Tahoe. We would be camping in a tent, on the ground, with no electricity. The only modern convenience would be the bathroom and shower facility at the campsite. Thank God for small favors. As we turned into the campsite we were met by the local ranger. He mentioned that the weather would be cold that night so be prepared. Make sure to clean up when we leave. And most importantly, keep the food locked up and away from the tents at night because there had been bear sightings the past several days. Bears? Did he say bears? I was not prepared for bears. Bears have claws. Bears have teeth. Bears eat people. Despite my objections we did not" turn around and high tail it out of there" We drove around ...
167. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- In His Care. [Stories]
... to tell her that I would soon be stepping off the corporate ladder into a very uncertain future. Two hours later, I squeezed my mother s hand and fought back tears while the doctor began a monotoned discourse as to what we were to expect in the coming months and years. His words screamed in my mind: dementia, plaque, neurons, anxiety, assisted living, stage two, nursing care. When he finished, my mother stood, politely thanked the doctor and walked out. If nothing else, my mother was fiercely independent and she wouldn t even consider the possibility that she had an incurable disease. She had overcome other misfortunes in her life, and this would be no different. But, as I walked behind her and saw her struggle to remember if she had worn a jacket or brought her purse, I knew this could not and would not be defeated no matter how much determination she had. Although neither ...
168. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Little Messenger. [Stories]
... she saw. But I do know that these two years have brought so much laughter, peace and joy to our home, when there was nothing but arguing, lies, and deceit before she was born. I have to believe with all my heart that it was for this very purpose that we were suppose to keep her instead of giving her up. Through this child, God has restored my own child to me and He has restored our family. I thank God everyday for the wonderful gift He has given us and I pray He continues to use Destini Gabrielle to complete His purpose for the rest of her life for she is His little messenger. [Maria Urso, copyright 2002 (mpu1 @att.net)-from '2THEHEART '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
169. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- It's What I Do. [Stories]
... hall counting" 670, 672, 74 and 676" We stood in the doorway and I asked," Is this the lucky man ?" He was seated on the edge of his bed. His head resting on a stack of pillows he placed on the bedside food tray. Looking up he appeared startled and confused." Look who I found !" I said to him and then introduced myself. She turned toward me and with a gentle smile on her face thanked me for taking the time to help her." It's what I do" I said. Those are my words now. I have come to terms with the fact that all these things I do is my job, my place in life. I said it one day to my daughter-in-law. It was the perfect answer. It was almost like saying" I do this for a living" Or," It's who I am" Immediately after saying goodbye to this couple, ...
170. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Miracle. [Stories]
... Mom and Dad were happily talking about the chain of events that had led them to this place." That surgery," her Mom whispered." was a real miracle. I wonder how much it would have cost ?" Tess smiled. She knew exactly how much a miracle cost. one dollar and eleven cents. plus the faith of a little child. A miracle is not the suspension of natural law, but the operation of a higher law. [Thanks to Lady Alberta-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
171. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- In my world.... [Stories]
... I think you need to let him play more. How's he gonna get better at it if he doesn't play ?"" We're here to win, Johnny ," he said and walked away. This bothered him the rest of the evening. The next morning he told his mom he had a plan." I spoke to Jake and told him that I wasn't going to play the next game so that he would have a chance"" You did ?"" Jake thanked my a hundred times ," he said smiling. That afternoon he called the coach to tell him. Okay, so this is where my fantasy world bubble gets popped. This is the moment in the big movie when an adult sees the wonderful, caring compassion of a fellow team player and gives that" rah, rah, rah" speech that causes him to discover the hidden strength in the boy who kept the bench warm. No. Instead he chastises Johnny for even considering ...
... beautiful-bright red with a warm liner and a thick, soft fur hood. And there wasn't a spot on it. She had never seen anything so beautiful in all her life. She looked up at the boy's mother. She was smiling broadly." I had bought that coat for my niece for Christmas, but I think you deserve it much more ," she said. Then the mother drove the little raggedy girl to her own front door. She thanked the woman, then ran into the house to show her Mama the new coat. After she had finished telling her story, she saw that her mother was crying. She put a small arm around her mother's thin shoulders." I thought you would be happy, Mama ," she said softly." But if you want, I'll take the coat back. See? I still have my old one" The mother gathered her little daughter on her lap and hugged her. ...
173. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Behind Their Backs. [Stories]
... The other day at lunch I was part of a whole group of colleagues, and we were talking behind our boss's back. She's the new principal of our middle school. It's her first year as our boss, though she was" one of us" for some years. Pretty awkward position! And we had quite a lot to say. We talked about how kind she is to us. She hand writes notes to wish us happy holidays, or to thank us for jobs well done. She checks on us when she knows we're facing difficulties outside of school with our health or with our families. We talked about the good role model she is for the young women in our building. The fair but firm way she treats students and parents. All this as she is replacing another well-respected boss. His shoes were hard to fill, and we talked about the fine job she's doing. I thought about that after lunch was finished and ...
... The Man Behind The Moon Something warm touched my soul as I stood in the cold, early morning hours. The sun breaking the horizon's grip, poured over the tops of distant trees as a single beam of light glanced off my left shoulder. My white t-shirt seemed to glow suddenly and with it my heart sighed," thank God" It was a time when darkness filled my days and evening hours were wasted on" what if's" and" if only" I hated the night. In doing so, my sleep deficit turned my days into a zombie-like existence. Eventually life seemed like a waste of time. So what got me through it all? Through the years I've spoken with, smiled at, and sung about my forever confidante making it the focus of many a lonely night. I've walked the shores of distant lands with its familiar face looking after me. I cried and laughed a hundred times over love lost and gained ...
175. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Where 'Ya Been? [Stories]
... . Then the Pastor reached out and took the coal back from John, and returned it to the roaring fire. and in just a few short moments, the coal once again glowed red hot, as the pile of flaming coals caused it to heat up again. The Pastor then got to his feet, put his hat on, and shook John's hand. At that point, John looked at the Pastor with tears in his eyes, and told him" Thank you for coming, Pastor, and I'll be back in church this coming Sunday !" Now some of you reading this aren't able to attend church services on a regular basis due to poor health. But for those who CAN attend services, but don't for one reason or another, consider this: Do you need to re-examine your reasons for not going? If it's hypocrites, yes the church is filled with them-do you also stay away from your workplace because of hypocrites there ...
176. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- White Rose Wreath. [Stories]
... . I'm not so sure that Grammie didn't drop a bit of her Evening in Paris perfume from the cobalt bottle into the melted wax. As Memorial Day approached, our teachers explained its significance as a special time to honor and show appreciation to fallen American soldiers. In the mid 50s, WWII was still a haunting memory to many. To commemorate Memorial Day, students and teachers marched from school to the nearest wharf. One of the teachers offered a prayer of thankfulness for soldiers who willingly paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country. After singing God Bless America, a student solemnly tossed the wreath of white roses onto the waters of the Atlantic Ocean in honor of those buried or lost at sea. Seeing those white flowers floating on the cold, dark ocean waters left me with an indelible memory and a feeling of sadness for parents who'd never be able to welcome their loved ones home. In profound silence, we returned to school to be excused ...
177. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Where Two Ways Met. [Stories]
... when I got to the crossroads back there I just felt I needed to come that way" He said he would have passed us by if I had not gotten the door kicked open because he thought there was no one in the car. He took us to our door and then had to stay with a neighbor because he could not make it to his own home. Every Christmas we always made it a point to wish Mr. Glascox a Merry Christmas and thank him for his gift of his decision he made-" Where Two Ways Met" The next day we found our car had been plowed around on each side by the snow plow. We had been right in the middle of the road, our little car completely covered with frozen snow. [by Leona Ebling, copyright 2002 (wwjdleona @aol.com)-from '2TheHeart '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... ones, those new ones will sit on the shelf at home and never get used. What do you say? Will you help me out ?"" Okay ," he answered." I'll help you" He took the five-dollar bill, stuffed it inside his glove and put the glove back on his hand. I passed him my husband's gloves and watched him put them on. A big smile, the first one I'd seen, spread across his face." Thanks! These are great !"" Glad you like them kiddo ," were the only words I could get past the lump in my throat. The gloves were way too big for him. and he was so very happy to have them. Most kids his age wouldn't be caught wearing them, period, let alone in public. He looked over his shoulder, towards McDonalds." Are you hungry ?" I asked. He looked down at the ground," Yes"" Me ...
179. "What is a Father?" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian. [Stories]
... an oil change, a case of beer, a tool set for the grill, and socks. When my father died we found never opened shirts and socks and Kmart gift cards. The truth? All we really want is your time. A hug even if we don't hug well in return or appeared un-hugable all those years. Your time .an opportunity to tell you about when we were kids even though you heard it a hundred times. The words," Thanks, dad. and" I love you" And your time. did I mention .your time ?" Generation after generation all say," I'm going to raise my kids differently" So, how's that working out for you? Happy Father's Day!" I wish you enough !" J~Bob Perks~Good news-Bob Perks ' first book," I Wish You Enough ," Embracing Life's Most Valuable Moments. is now available for ordering. Here's the" Link" to ...
... God had His Son become like us so He could show us the way and save us. That was the meaning of Christmas, he realized. As the winds and blinding snow died down, his soul became quiet and pondered this wonderful thought. Suddenly he understood what Christmas was all about, why Christ had come. Years of doubt and disbelief vanished like the passing storm. He fell to his knees in the snow, and prayed his first prayer:" Thank You, God, for coming in human form to get me out of the storm !" [Author Unknown-from Phyllis (pthalle @juno.com ), via Andy Chap] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
181. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Looking for a sign! [Stories]
... what to do. I was reminded that all too often I missed an opportunity because I was looking for a sign. I knew what to do, but lacked the confidence to do it. Today I wanted to tell" someone" how much I appreciated their efforts but missed the opportunity. So, I wrote a note and placed it in the lower right hand corner of that sign. If you have been hesitating to move forward on a dream, say thanks to someone, or begin a new project, this may be the sign you've been looking for. It says," This is do it now week" I need to put out the papers." I wish you enough !" J~Bob Perks~[ by: Bob Perks Copyright 2009 (2believe @comcast.net)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
182. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Your Turn. [Stories]
... if I would find the tablets that I love there. I almost decided to keep driving and go to the next exit, but instead, stopped for lunch and then went to the store. I did find some pretty writing tablets and was eager to get back on the road to get to The Homestead. When I went to pay for them, I realized I had left my cash at home and only had $8 on me. I had credit cards thankfully and my purchase came to $7.28. That was ironic because of what happened next. As I was pulling out of the parking lot approaching the stop sign, there stood a woman holding a sign that said," Stranded-need money to get back to Michigan" I read her sign and briefly our eyes met. I drove off, but instantly I knew that THIS was the real reason that I was prompted to get off at that exit. I went to the ...
... You Keep Coming Back It's a ritual of mine twice a year, spring and late fall. Early in spring I take time to welcome the flowers and other perennials in our yard. Yes, I actually go around the yard, touch the plants and say" Hello! Welcome back !" In late fall I thank them all, especially the annuals for making my life beautiful. Silly old man? Yes, but I am silly in so many other ways, too, that it borders on mental issues to those folks who take most things in life for granted and perhaps a little too serious. Yesterday I had a special moment. I found a plant near our garden that I didn't remember being there before. Our theory is that squirrels and birds carry these seeds with them and either drop them or in the case of the squirrels, plant them there for when they get the munchies another day. This flower is" Foxglove" We ...
... had unexpected helpers, our little grand girls, Avery and Gemma. Avery is a little over 3 years old and Gemma will be 2 in December. The Christmas tree was up but a strand of lights was out so Bill sat on the floor trying patiently to replace the defected set. It didn't stop Avery from gathering up ornaments and putting them on the tree. Gemma wasn't so helpful. She'd pick up an ornament and throw it back into the tote. Thankfully nothing shattered. Gemma was more enthused with the variety of snowmen I was unpacking. She began arranging them here there and everywhere. There was no pattern, no rhythm or reason. But we were accomplishing one thing-we were having a blast with the grand kids. I showed them Baby's First Christmas ornaments that had photos of their mommy and their aunt when they were babies. I tried to keep them all in the middle of the tree, next to the pictures of ...
185. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Admire Their Glow. [Stories]
... naked already. I took the large ornaments off next. They made a large pile on our bed. An hour later, our bed was covered with Christmas memories. Each pile contained an ornament along with its matching brothers and sisters from sets purchased many years ago. I prepared the boxes and carefully placed ornaments in their protective packaging, pausing every few minutes to admire a favorite." Hey, little Santa !" I held the Santa from my childhood." Thanks for being my friend for almost fifty years" He was a little ragged but still gives me a flood of wonderful memories." Until next year, my dear friend" There was a collection of handmade ones. My children made them in their first years of school, more than twenty years ago. Made by tiny hands, they are far from perfect in design, but every year they go on my memory tree-memories of young giggles on Christmas morning and a smiling ...
186. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Yard Sale Salvation [Stories]
... display at the cosmic yard sale, gathering dust because our sin, our weakness, our rebellion had left us so tarnished that no one would consider us valuable. No one that is, except God. He valued us enough to send His Son to pay our price. Amazing! The next time your neighbor, your family, your employer, the world in general, or your own heart tells you that you're worthless, just look up. Look up and thank God for once and for all determining your eternal worth to be far greater than the life or comfort of His own Son. Now, you tell me, who got the better end of this bargain? [© 1997-1999 By Grant MacDonald-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... were in a car that either stalled or got caught on the railroad tracks and was hit by a train. Both parents were killed and she was severely injured. She was only 12 years old. The railroad made a large settlement with her because the crossing had no signals. He explained her car was specially built for her needs as well as the home. I prayed for forgiveness all the way home. The lady I thought had everything, didn't. I thanked God over and over for my legs, arms and sight, and for teaching me a lesson early on in life. When you meet a person who seems to be much better off than you, don't be fooled. I would not have traded places with the beautiful lady for anything-I still had my parents, and the ability to walk, run or dance through life. Wonderful things money can't buy.~Clara Wersterfer~< cbwest at webtv.net >Copyrigtht 2010 [ ...
188. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- "Just 300". [Stories]
... " Just 300"*True story-Names have been changed. Last week at work, a dear friend of my boss dropped by and related this story
His company had been toiling and negotiating on an offer for months. It had become the obsession of his office. They finally had a realistic proposal and he was sitting across from his customer. Thanks, Dave , he said, but we ll have to pass this year He was devastated. How could he face his employees? The loss of this million dollar deal would result in layoffs. His stomach initially tied in knots over presenting the bid, was now wrenched tighter. He simply could not understand how the client could afford to refuse their offer. He dreaded returning to the office. Pulling into a truck stop he ordered coffee before returning to the office. His waitress was friendly, although slightly distracted. As she poured the coffee and he nonchalantly ...
189. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- I Hugged Life Today. [Stories]
... spot on the fair grounds. Most of the time I can find that any where the farm animals are kept. They need the quiet. Milk production goes down in the dairy barns I am told if there is too much ruckus. So I go there to find peace with the cows, goats, horses, pigs and yes, the turkeys. Some would think I would be very much at home with the turkeys. You'd think being this close to" Thanksgiving" they'd be a little on edge, but they are not. It was in the dairy barn where I found my oasis this time. I so admire the young folks who tend to farm animals. I think they have a greater appreciation for life. They participate in it firsthand. I've watched a young boy help bring a calf into the world and I have seen a young girl walk her prize cow through the line of animals for sale, knowing that her job is ...
190. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Dog In The Road. [Stories]
... in a ditch but going off the other could send you over the side of the mountain. As I approached the dangerous spot I was going faster than I should. I wanted to make it to the school before the classes started. Just before I reached it, however, I saw a dog walking in my lane of the road. I braked early to avoid hitting the pooch and then was about to speed up again when I hit the black ice. Thankfully, the angel with paws had made me slow down enough that I was able to steer the car back towards the ditch and away from the edge of the mountain curve. I only needed a tow instead of a trip to the hospital or mortuary. I guess God wasn t quite ready for me to leave this life yet. Albert Einstein said," God doesn t play dice" This is true for the world and for our lives. As I look back ...
191. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Three Cows. [Stories]
... God delivered them to me three weeks after you left !" No, I didn't buy those cows, but someone did! How God provided those three cows I'll never know, but I don't need to know! The point of this story is not about the cows, but about the faith and trust of a Thai Christian named Paw Phim who lives on the other side of the world, yet still teaches us that faith and trust will always win the day! Thank you Paw Phim! I'll see you soon.~By: Joe Bagby~Now I want to tell you, dear brothers and sisters, what God in his kindness has done for the churches in Macedonia. Though they have been going through much trouble and hard times, their wonderful joy and deep poverty have overflowed in rich generosity. For I can testify that they gave not only what they could afford but far more. And they did it of their own free will. ...
... going from room to room gathering everything to do with cigarettes. There were packs hidden everywhere and five in the freezer alone. We took the cigarettes, lighters and ashtrays and either gave or threw them away. Then I went from room to room taking down curtains and cleaning them. I washed walls, ceilings, clothing and everything I could find from Christmas morning until well into the New Year. Each time I would see someone with a cigarette I would privately Thank God for taking the habit from me and ask Him to do the same for them. I do that to this day. I have never once craved a cigarette in seven years. That was one of the biggest steps I had taken on my spiritual journey because I learned through it all that we can do nothing on our own. Only with God is everything possible. I learned that when we step out in faith and expect a miracle that is not contrary to the Will ...
193. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The way you are. [Stories]
... she said. It was like it was the first nice thing anyone ever said to me. I know that isn't true. People always say nice things. I just never feel comfortable hearing them. But there was something about this. Perhaps something I needed to hear. Maybe something I longed to hear again, but with a different tone. It was Administrative Professionals Day and although we had already made plans for gifts and a small lunch, I wanted to thank them in my own way. So I purchased two small potted mums on my way to work that morning. I walked in the door and handed one to each of the two wonderful ladies who do so much for all of us, but it was their friendship I was acknowledging today. They were both very appreciative. Later after the celebration ended one told me she had forgotten what day it was. So this really was a wonderful surprise. It would be the very next ...
... he still grieves. Today, I said to my wise reverend friend Connie," Gracie won't be on this earth much longer" I barely got the words out." Do you think that having her is worth the pain of losing her ?" Connie said," Oh yes. Your sadness is so deep only because your love is so deep. What is a life without love ?" And so, I knelt on the floor next to my Gracie." Thank you for taking care of me-for protecting me from all of the evils you think could ever come my way" I rubbed her bony hips and shoulders." You have done a great job" I kissed her golden forehead." I will always love you" She sighed, then fell asleep, tired from a long day of watching over me. I whispered so as not to wake her," You are my true friend"~Saralee Perel~Saralee Perel ...
... will we feel during the month of December. He then brought out a HOLLY LEAF. Teach the children that the holly plant represents immortality. It represents the crown of thorns worn by our Savior. The red holly berries represent the blood that He shed for us. Next he pulled from his bag a GIFT and said," Teach the children that God so loved the world that whoever believes in Him shall have everlasting life" (John 3: 16) Thanks be to God for His unspeakable gift. Teach the children that the wise men bowed before the Holy Babe and presented Him with gold, frankincense and myrrh. We should always give gifts in the same spirit of the wise men. Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a CANDY CANE and hung it on the tree. Teach the children that the candy cane represents the shepherd's crook. The crook on the staff helps to bring strayed sheep back to the flock. The ...
196. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Daily Sprinkle. [Stories]
... my eyes." Don't reverse the process. Always make sure your yard valves are on before you turn the main valve on. Make sure you turn the main valve off before you turn your yard ones off. If you do it wrong, the water pressure could blow out your pipes. The neighbor across the street did that. It cost then almost eighteen thousand dollars to have it fixed" A little shaken by this information, I shook Mike's hand and thanked him. The last thing I wanted to do was burst a pipe and lose a lot of money. A few days later, the lawn looked parched. I found the three valves in my yard and opened them, got the key for the main valve from Mike's fence, walked up the street and tentatively turned it on. I sighed with relieve when I turned the corner and saw the water flowing from the pipes and spreading across my yard. I didn't burst the pipes ...
197. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A Chain of Events. [Stories]
... roll back. Ah, yes .all those little circles you've been running in were really" a chain of events" that brought you to this place. I, my friend, am grateful that somehow you and I were linked together. As the old gospel song by Ada Habershon & Charles Gabriel goes." Will the circle be unbroken Bye and bye, Lord, bye and bye There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky" Thanks, God for the circles in my life!" I wish you enough !" J~Bob Perks~Good news-Bob Perks ' first book," I Wish You Enough ," Embracing Life's Most Valuable Moments. is now available for ordering. Here's the" Link" to get your copy of Bob's book: I Wish You Enough from Amazon.com. [by: Bob Perks Copyright 2009 (2believe @comcast.net)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
... . When you thought I wasn't looking, I felt you kiss me goodnight, and I felt loved. When you thought I wasn't looking, I saw tears come from your eyes, and I learned that sometimes things hurt, but it's all right to cry. When you thought I wasn't looking, I saw that you cared, and I wanted to be everything that I could be. When you thought I wasn't looking, I looked. and wanted to say thanks for all the things I saw when you thought I wasn't looking. Do they see Christ (in your life) when you think they aren't looking? Addendum-Galations 2: 20" I myself no longer live, but Christ lives in me. So I live my life in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me" [By: David Walls-from KJ] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... Jesus is through the example of how we live, and how we model his love in our everyday life. As another has said," We raise not the children we want but the children that we the parents are" Suggested prayer," Dear God, please help me to so live that people, especially my children (and loved ones ), will see Jesus in me and will want to follow in my footsteps and have Jesus in their life too. Thank you for hearing and answering my prayer. Gratefully in Jesus ' name, amen" 1 Corinthians 11: 1, KJV" Be followers of me, even as I also am of Christ" [Dick Innes 2002-from Daily Encounter] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... beating. He had slipped out of the room and I was catching a few relished moments of peace and quiet." Look, Alice ," he said enthusiastically as he ran over to the chair where I was recovering." I found a kite. Could we go outside and fly it ?" Glancing out a nearby window, I noticed there was not a breeze stirring." I'm sorry, Tripper ," I said, sad to see his disappointed eyes, but thankful for the respite from more activity." The wind is not blowing today. The kite won't fly" The determined 10 year old replied." I think it's windy enough. I can get it to fly ," he answered, as he hurried out the back door. I peeked through the slats in the venetian blinds to watch determination in action. Up and down the yard he ran, pulling the kite attached to a small length of string. The plastic kite, proudly ...
201. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Flat Tire. [Stories]
... large plastic container filled with what I call" just-in-case-stuff" When I am training or speaking, I love to have props with me. I hate leaving anything home so I bring everything .just in case. Cars buzz by me. A few beep sarcastically. I hear the horn saying" ha ha !" I say," You'll get yours !" Darkness begins to settle in. It's becoming a bit difficult to see. The tire is on the passenger side, thank God, away from all the traffic, but making it difficult to benefit from the headlights of passing cars. Suddenly a car pulls off the road behind me. In the blinding light I see a male figure approaching me." Hey, do you need any help ?"" Well, it certainly isn't easy doing this with a white dress shirt and suit on ," I said. Then he steps into the light. I literally was frightened. This young guy was dressed in ...
202. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Information Please. [Stories]
... . Sally has been working part-time the last few years because she was sick. She died five weeks ago" But before I could hang up she said," Wait a minute. Did you say your name was Paul ?"" Yes"" Well, Sally left a message for you. She wrote it down. Here it is I'll read it. 'Tell him I still say there are other worlds to sing in. He'll know what I mean" I thanked her and hung up. I did know what Sally meant. [Author Unknown-from Bill Dorman] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
203. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Running out of Gas. [Stories]
... I slowed down, rolled opened my window and said," Do you need help ?"" Yes, I ran out of gas. I just moved here and I don't even know where a gas station is ," she replied. She didn't have a gas can, so I told her I'd run down the road to see if I could get one from the local station. They sold a one gallon can, I filled it up and returned. She couldn't thank me enough and told me she would pay for the can and gas. Of course, I refused. The car she was driving was in poor shape and would most likely qualify for the clunker rebate as a gas guzzler. She didn't have a cell phone either. I asked if I could call anyone and she replied," I have no one to call" As I was pouring the gas in, she said," You know in this day I thought no one ...
204. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- No One Has The Time. [Stories]
... it was my Mom's and I need to get it fixed ," I said to the shop owner. I went on to describe the problem." We get a lot of these in. Here's what I do. We remove the clock works and replace it with a battery operated movement that chimes electronically. It will cost about $135.00 ," he told me." You can't fix this ?"" No, we don't have the time nor the parts" I thanked him and went home. I called a few other places and was told the same thing." How incredibly sad ," I told the last one. We've become a society that replaces craftmanship with convenience and easy fixes. We copy the original instead of creating one. We replace handcrafted with machine cut. We duplicate instead of originate. It sounds so much like life itself. Each of us is an original, one of a kind, but we find it so much easier ...
205. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Room At The Table. [Stories]
... , usually not thinking much of it. But on holidays even the place-settings conspire against me, rendering a silent rebuke against my single status. You can endure holiday dinners two ways if you're single: 1) Bring someone you don't particularly care for; 2) Hear the awful words" pull up an extra seat ," a euphemism for either a collapsible chair or one that is too high or too low for the table. Either strategy leaves you uncomfortable. At Thanksgiving two years ago, while my calves cramped from straddling the leg of my brother's dining room table, Aunt Nell took the opportunity to ask for details about my love life, which was seriously lacking at the time. The event was excruciating. Though I enjoy singlehood in the main, there have been times when I've worked myself into a mad frenzy looking for someone to fill a void I thought I couldn't satisfy on my own. Someone, anyone with a pulse would do. ...
206. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Hank, The Rescue Pup. [Stories]
... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~The devotion of Shiloh and Hank has intensified to the point they are inseparable. And, if it is necessary for them to be apart, you d best wear ear plugs! They have unleashed sounds of anguish that I didn t realize could be made by man or beast. Our one-time fears are now a thing of the past and Shiloh s life is filled with joy, thanks to Hank! Together they have learned how to cope with her blindness, and to get past most any obstacle that comes their way. Hank now zooms by Shiloh until he notes body language that indicates she s" ready" He zips by her once again, in close proximity, with a favorite toy in his mouth. Shiloh strikes like lightening, grabs hold, and the tug-o-war begins! And, wrestling matches are still a part of each day. Many times Hank ...
... " Damn homeless guy always wanting to use our bathroom , he replied. I saw a poorly dressed man standing outside the store, gazing through the large plate-glass window. The salesman motioned at the man, with his hand, in a backward motion, telling him move on down the street. Several more times I tried to dial the number but it was continually busy. Like a cup of coffee ? the salesman asked me. That sounds great. Thanks As he and I stood talking the front door opened and a young man about twenty came into the store pushing his self in a wheelchair. The salesman sat down his coffee cup and walked toward the young man. I need a new pair of shoes , said the customer. As he turned the corner there was a blanket across his lap. I was shocked to see that the young man had no legs. The salesman stood there having no idea what he should ...
... forget that incident. That soldier, whose name I will never know, taught me more about duty, honor, and respect than a hundred books or a thousand lectures. That simple salute-that single act of honoring his fallen brother and his flag-encapsulated all the Army values in one gesture for me. It said," I will never forget. I will keep the faith. I will finish the mission. I am an American soldier" I thank God for examples like that. And on this Memorial Day, I will remember all those who paid the ultimate price for my freedom, and one private, soaked to the skin, who honored them.~Captain John Rasmussen~[ by: Captain John Rasmussen (Army News Service, May 22, 2002)-from Bill Rayborn (bill @billrayborn.com)] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
209. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- God's Prayer Scales [Stories]
... until the scales would hold no more. The grocer stood there in utter disgust. Finally, he grabbed the piece of paper from the scales and looked at it with great amazement. It was not a grocery list, it was a prayer which said:" Dear Lord, you know my needs and I am leaving this in your hands" The grocer gave her the groceries that he had gathered and placed on the scale and stood in stunned silence. Louise thanked him and left the store. The customer handed a fifty-dollar bill to John as he said," It was worth every penny of it" It was sometime later that John Longhouse discovered his scales were broken; therefore, only God knows how much weight prayers carry. Addendum-Luke 12: 22 (GNB)" Then Jesus said to the disciples, 'And so I tell you not to worry about the food you need to stay alive or about the clothes you need for ...
210. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Gifts From God. [Stories]
... Gifts From God I was just sitting down after a fantastic dinner that my wife had made today. I was feeling warm, content, and very thankful to God for my loving family and for my wife's delicious cooking. I was feeling blessed to have been given so much to enjoy, rejoice in, and share in my life. I doubted that there was anything that could make me feel better than I did at that moment. It was just then, however, that my wonderful daughter yelled for me and my wife to hurry outside right away and see the sky. It had been raining all day long, but now the setting sun was making the breaking clouds in the western sky turn a glorious, shining yellow. That was not all, though. At the same time God was using that beautiful setting sun to create the most fantastic double rainbow that I had ever seen. It covered the whole eastern part of the sky ...
... of time" when a carpenter, some smelly shepherds, and an exhausted, young mother stood in silent awe at the sight of the infant in the manger. Eternal instants. You've had them. We all have. Sharing a porch swing on a summer evening with your grandchild. Seeing her face in the glow of the candle. Putting your arm into your husband's as you stroll through the golden leaves and breathe the brisk autumn air. Listening to your six-year-old thank God for everything from goldfish to Grandma. Such moments are necessary because they remind us that everything is okay. The King is still on the throne and life is still worth living. Eternal instants remind us that love is still the greatest possession and the future is nothing to fear. The next time an instant in your life begins to be eternal, let it. Put your head back on the pillow and soak it in. Resist the urge to cut it short. Don't ...
212. "Sharing the Bounty" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... of the kindness of his heart, because he's" market savvy" and gets more business that way. Those who see it either way also love to pop the balloons of dreamers and tell kids there isn't a Santa Claus. I always tend to see the good in any act of kindness. I love to watch others who, for the first time, discover his questionable mathematics abilities. They are so happy and pleasantly surprised by his kindness. They smile and thank him for what he has done. They walk away feeling like there is hope for humanity. Perhaps they in turn, do something kind for someone else that day. This farmer shares his harvest and I in turn share my bounty with a neighbor. You see, Marianne and I really only need two ears of corn, I buy six, he gives me eight and I in turn give six away to family or my neighbors. It's what we are called to do. ...
213. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Secret Day. [Stories]
... Beep" Just then Heather came walking in." I am so very proud of you. What a lovely thing you did for everyone," Mom said. The young girl paused for a moment and said," But Mommy, it's supposed to be a secret"" Well, it will be. Just between you and I. But why did you decide to do all of this ?" Mom asked." Mommy, yesterday in church, the pastor thanked everyone for the things they did for him. You know his wife died. He said, I wonder if she knew how much she was loved ?" she said." Then he talked about all the things she did to help people, but she did it secretly and would always say it was God" Mom stooped down and swept Heather off her feet. Hugging her with pride, as tears of joy washed down her cheeks, Mom said," You are loved and ...
214. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- God's Love Story [Stories]
... be tough, but I would still listen to Your word" The Lord then asked," If you were mute, would you still praise My Name ?" How could I praise without a voice? Then it occurred to me: God wants us to sing from our very heart and soul. It never matters what we sound like. And praising God is not always with a song, but when we are persecuted, we give God praise with our words of thanks. So I answered," Though I could not physically sing, I would still praise Your Name" And the Lord asked," Do you really love Me ?" With courage and a strong conviction, I answered boldly," Yes Lord! I love You because You are the one and true God !" I thought I had answered well, but God asked," THEN WHY DO YOU SIN ?" I answered," Because I am only human. I am not perfect ...
215. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Regret City [Stories]
... a trip back to Regret City, please cancel all those reservations now. Instead, take a trip to a nice place called:" Starting Again" I like it so much that I made it my permanent residence. My neighbors, the" Been Forgiven" and the" We're Saved" are so very helpful. By the way, you don't have to carry around the heavy baggage anymore either. That load is lifted from your shoulders upon arrival. Just thank God for salvation. If you need directions, just look into your heart, and enter by" Grace Way" No taxes or other cost. God's Son paid the price, in full, for all sins and transgressions, a long time ago. Look me up if you're ready for a total change in your life. I now live on" His Will Way" Sincerely," Born Again" Addendum-2 Corinthians 5: 17 (NKJV)" Therefore, if ...
216. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Red White and Blue. [Stories]
... , it looks different. It looks better. It is a home that the soldiers built. Maybe not by hand, but definitely by spirit. A home within a city, within a state, within a great country. A country the Eagle proudly soars over, an icon of remembrance of the sacrifices made for our land, for our homes, for our freedom, for our very existence. I will make it a pact to remember the soldiers, and thank them for what they have given us, every day. This story is dedicated to the soldiers, both past and present, who have fought for our freedom.~Shelley Madden~< shellmadde at aol.com >Copyright 2011 Shelley Madden is an author who resides in Wise County, Texas with her son, Dustin, along with her ponies, poultry, dogs and cats. She enjoys writing, fishing, shooting her pink guns, and falling off her horse, Diamond. She ...
217. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- He Heard. [Stories]
... He Heard Editor: Please enjoy the story for what it is, and don't be distracted by the non-American style of English. He woke up one fine morning. He heard the chipping birds in the dew drop trees and plants with beautiful flowers but he was not able to see. Then he heard the morning bell from the church near by still he could not see. Yes, he is a born blind. Thank God he was able to hear the sound. He heard a small boy's voice saying," what a pleasant morning" but he, could not make any difference for the day and the night is the same for him. Then he heard a man saying to his neighbor" Ain't you coming to church this morning ", and continued," the day is beautiful and the church is decorated with great tidings for the son of David, JESUS is coming today". His mind was thinking about the beauty of the day ...
218. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Her Eyes. [Stories]
... Her Eyes" I need to be reminded once in awhile ," she said." Me, too !" I replied. Then we stood there and watched. I was shopping for those" new fangled" LED lights. I felt like time zipped past me and I was trying to catch up with the new technology. Saying" new fangled ," to the clerk made me sound like an old cowboy in a Roy Rogers movie," Dag Nabbit !" Thankfully the clerk was a bit older and really didn't notice my advancing age and verbal attachment to" the good old days, by golly !" She had just pointed me in the right direction to find the lights when a young mother and her child approached nearby. On the end cap was a display of huge stuffed animals. Mom passed by close enough that the little girl was able to grab hold of one. She just wouldn't let go. Now, I'm not good at guessing the ...
219. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- His Name Is Daniel [Stories]
... ?" he asked." I like to keep messages from folks I meet" I wrote in his little book that his commitment to his calling had touched my life. I encouraged him to stay strong. And I left him with a verse of scripture, in Jeremiah," I know the plans I have for you ," declared the Lord," plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you a future and a hope"" Thanks, man ," he said." I know we just met and we're really just strangers, but I love you"" I know ," I said," I love you, too"" The Lord is good"" Yes. He is. How long has it been since someone hugged you ?" I asked." A long time ," he replied. And so on the busy street corner in the drizzling rain, my new friend and I embraced, and I ...
220. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- One Day To Live. [Stories]
... say," It's also what you didn't see" I looked around and saw no one. Shrugging it off, I continued my effort to collect myself. I picked up my belongings and turned quickly, nearly running into a man standing directly behind me." Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't know you were there, my friend ," I said." I didn't mean to startle you ," he said." I heard your talk"" Oh, thanks for being there"" It's also what you didn't see ," he said. Not having any idea what that meant, I looked over my glasses and paused for a second before asking," What didn't I see ?"" You said," You are a total summation of everything you believe and see in the world ," he explained." Yes, I did"" I believe it's more about what you don't see" I shook my head affirming the notion and asked ...
221. "Oh, Deer!" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... year it appeared that only one returned. But we had one. Weeks passed and it was nowhere to be seen. I couldn't imagine what it would be like here without them. So, I asked God," Tell me there is at least one" Nothing. Days went by and there was no sign of the scrawny doe I came to call my own. Then today I just happened to look out my office window and there it was." Thanks, God !" I said out loud. Then there was another and another and another and .10 deer! We have never had more than three. Now there are ten. Oh, I know they will split up and travel different ways throughout the area, but I only asked for one and God not only gave me ten, but He made certain I was there to see them. I was like a child." One, wait another! What? Another ?" They ...
... together. Everyone was there. The butterflies, birds, squirrels, chipmunks and even our hummingbirds. I could see her off in the distance," Wait, I forgot my camera !" I thought. But there was no time. She was about to arrive and I didn't want to spoil it. There she was. All the perfectly wonderful things I thought about saying suddenly left me. All I could think to say was" Wow !" Followed by" Thanks, God !" She was awesome. As if on cue, another group of birds flew toward her. The chimes responded to a gentle breeze and I stood there in awe." surprise" I whispered as she continued her approach." Right on time, as always" I said more clearly." I should be here for you every day. You are always there for me" Yes, it was a new day and I surprised her by being there at sunrise ...
223. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The PEARL [Stories]
... the oyster must die. The oyster is ripped open with a knife in the side, before the true treasure is revealed. The analogy in the Pearl here is like Christ's death, so that all who trust in Him will be able to see and be with Him in His beautiful Kingdom, for eternity. It's His desire that all should accept Christ as their personal savior, so that they too shall receive their salvation, and live with Him for eternity. Thanks be to God for this wonderful gift. Have you accepted Christ as your Savior? The PEARL also reminds me: God desires to fellowship with us-irritants (sin) and all. God has communicated with us through the scriptures, using all sorts of metaphors-the beautiful pearl is one more. All of God's creation: every bird, pretty flower, panoramic mountain vista, and even oysters, were given by God to show us things concerning Himself. God's final Word ...
224. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Number 111. [Stories]
... seemed pleased and told me to write down a list of songs that I could play and he would choose from them when he picked the hymns for Sunday school opening. As time went on, I worked hard to learn more hymns to add to the list. I knew number 111 well by then and so did the congregation! By the time I was a teenager, I was often playing for the worship service as well as for Sunday school. I am thankful for Willie, a Sunday school Superintendent, who believed in a little girl who he had never heard play a note. It probably wasn t so unusual for Willie who had lived by faith for many years. Although it was written in 1895, by William R. Newell, it s melody and message is timeless and as needed today as much as ever. The refrain still plays in my mind as I often go back to number 111, back At Calvary ...
225. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Promise? [Stories]
... it. I snapped back into the moment and struggled to play the next song for them. Then I introduced her." Michelle wants to sing for us," I said. The group cheered. Then the music started. She was an angel. Her voice pure and her presence soft and gentle on the eye." Some say love it is a river" I stood across the room mesmerized. When she finished I cheered. I ran over to thank her, praise her and hug her for what she had given us. Later she asked if she could sing again. Without hesitation I said," Absolutely! Pick out another song"" I want to sing one I wrote. There's no music ," she said. My body sank into a peacefulness that warmed my heart just knowing she was so much more than her environment. The home we were gathered in was for those with mental challenges. Not some spiffed up, ...
... until the scales would hold no more. The grocer-man stood there in utter disgust. Finally, he grabbed the piece of paper from the scales and looked at it with greater amazement. It was not a grocery list, it was a prayer which said:" Dear Lord, you know my needs and I am leaving this in your hands" The grocer-man gave her the groceries that he had gathered and placed on the scales and stood in stunned silence. Louise thanked him and left the store. The customer handed a fifty-dollar bill to John as he said," It was worth every penny of it" It was sometime later that John Longhouse discovered the scales were broken; therefore, only God knows how much a prayer weighs. [Author Unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
227. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Power of Prayer [Stories]
... the gates of hell. I encourage you to forward this to as many people as you know. If we all take it to heart, we can turn this world towards Christ once again. Have a great day !** THE POWER OF PRAYER-as the above true story clearly illustrates," with God all things are possible" and more importantly, how God hears and answers the prayers of the faithful. After you read this, please pause and give God thanks for the beautiful gift of your faith, for the powerful gift of prayer, and for the many miracles He works in your own daily life. and then pass it on. [Original source unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
228. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Healing Waters. [Stories]
... net. Again, I am an aspiring teenaged figure skater, full of grace, but lacking the technique needed for any real success. Just Do It! The cliched Nike slogan pops into my foggy brain, pushed there perhaps by some gentle prodding from a fellow swimmer, stopping mid-workout to smile my way." You are welcome to share this lane with me. The pool is awfully crowded this time of day" Just like that, I find myself muttering thanks and sliding into the surprisingly warm water. I am off, pushing forward into a modified breaststroke (adapted by me, so I don't actually have to put my eyes under water) Red, blue, yellow and green triangles hang from a banner high overhead, signaling my arrival at the three-fourths lane mark. My fingertips hit cold concrete-a tangible reward for completing an entire lap. Out of breath, yet exhilarated, I continue this back-and-forth path. I shock myself by ...
229. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Fallen Angel [Stories]
... am getting over half to be lukewarm. It is just awesome how I can cause them to lose their love, that love that would get them to die even for an enemy if it would save them"" We are winning, Satan, because even though they talk about loving one another, they don't live it !"" I am amazed at how God thinks these people would care about others like the first church did-those people are long gone, thanks to us" As he and Satan walked away he said," I need a real challenge-you got anybody who thinks they are really strong ?" [Author Unknown-from Sermon Fodder (Keith Todd)] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
230. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Faith Is Everything. [Stories]
... a big burly nurse shouting questions at me ," said Michael. She asked if I was allergic to anything." Yes, I replied" The doctors and nurses stopped working as they waited for my reply. I took a deep breath and yelled," Gravity" Over their laughter, I told them," I am choosing to live and my guardian angels are all around. Operate on me as if I am alive, not dead". Michael lived thanks to God, the angels, skill of his doctors and also because of his determination and amazing faith. I learned from him that every day we have the choice how we live. Faith, after all, is everything!" He is my loving ally and my fortress, my tower of safety, my deliverer. He stands before me as a shield, and I take refuge in him" Psalm 144: 2a (NLT) [Author Unknown-from Denial Bahney] ...
231. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Carl. [Stories]
... it. But every time we came and did something to you instead of yelling and fighting back, you tried to give us a drink. You didn't hate us for hating you. You kept showing love against our hate" He stopped for a moment." I couldn't sleep after we stole your stuff, so here it is back" He paused for another awkward moment, not knowing what more there was to say." That bag's my way of saying thanks for straightening me out, I guess" And with that, he walked off down the street. Carl looked down at the sack in his hands and gingerly opened it. He took out his retirement watch and put it back on his wrist. Opening his wallet, he checked for his wedding photo. He gazed for a moment at the young bride that still smiled back at him from all those years ago. He died one cold day after Christmas that winter. Many people ...
... whatever's wrong, to assemble all the parts, put them back in working order, and place YOU on display before the world as a heavenly-crafted person, repaired and renewed by heaven's Workman, the Christmas carpenter from Nazareth who is YOUR Savior and Lord. Scripture:" For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them (Ephesians 2: 10)" Prayer:" Lord, thanks for working on me! You never discard or throw me away as junk; you restore, renew and reveal to me Your everlasting skill in" making it over" with Your skillful hands .I place myself in YOUR carpenter shop this Christmas -fix what's wrong, make ME anew, and may I display the beauty of your work, In Jesus ' Name, Amen" [by Peggie C. Bohanon. Copyright 2002, Springfield, MO-{ used with permission}] Inspirational ...
233. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Burden-Bearer. [Stories]
... Christianity. The story reminds me-I don't need to struggle across each day on my own. There is One stronger than I. He is the Great Burden-bearer. He even carries St. Christopher, yet on His shoulders there is always room for one more. Then Jesus said," Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11: 28 NLT)" Lord, thank you for inviting me to come to you, especially when life is getting too difficult for me. I find comfort and peace in knowing that you are going to help me get across my river of difficulties if I just rest on Your shoulders. Remind me always of my limitations so that day by day I will remember that without you I can do nothing. Lord Jesus, please lift me up and carry me through this day" [Author Unknown-from d le lee ...
234. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Cave Babies. [Stories]
... might be several morals to this story even from a cave baby s point of view: Don t demand what your Father withholds If you don t know how it works, ask for help If it doesn t taste good, throw it down However, the greater moral to this story might be: When everything goes wrong, simply look up, smile, and clap for joy !" In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus, concerning you" (1 Thessalonians.5: 18)~Pamela Perry Blaine~September 4, 2006 pamyblaine @blaines.us About Pamela: She enjoys writing, music, and country living. She writes" Pam's Corner" for the local newspaper and many of her writings have been published on the internet as well as in several books. Pam says," I have loved music and writing ever since I can remember. I ...
235. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Never Growing Old. [Stories]
... and bike ride around the block, with my little brother teasing me and my friends because we couldn't leave the block. What I wouldn't give, as an adult, to sit on the old back porch and sip a milk shake my dad had made especially for me. To laugh with my grandma and to have a chat with my mom-if she could be as she was and I could be who I am now. (I'd have a lot of thanking to do) It's a gift to reclaim a sense of our summer's youth. While we can't relive the past, it's a blessing to know, that through memories, we never really grow old.~Kathy Whirity~Kathy is a newspaper columnist who shares her sentimental musings on family life. She is also a contributor to the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. She and her husband, Bill, live in Chicago. You can visit her website at: http :// ...
... not received a gift. My mother, who was a high school teacher, saw the little girl who had tears in her eyes. She looked at the little girl and said, You know, I think somebody just missed finding your gift under the tree. Let s go look again Sure enough there was a gift behind the Christmas tree stuck under the tree skirt and the little girl s face lit up as she choked out an emotional thank you. I knew at the time that Mama had that same gift in her tote bag earlier in the evening but it wasn t until years later that the pieces of the puzzle all fell together in my mind. Mama had simply determined that no child would feel sad and left out on Christmas if she could prevent it so she carried an extra gift or two whenever there was a Christmas gift exchange. That was because a long time ago there was another Christmas program, ...
237. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Cross Room. [Stories]
... Room The young man was at the end of his rope. Seeing no way out, he dropped to his knees in prayer." Lord, I can't go on ," he said." I have too heavy a cross to bear" The Lord replied," My son, if you can't bear it's weight, just place your cross inside this room. Then open another door and pick any cross you wish" The man was filled with relief." Thank you, Lord ," he sighed, and did as he was told. As he looked around the room he saw many different crosses; some so large the tops were not visible. Then he spotted a tiny cross leaning against a far wall." I'd like that one, Lord ," he whispered. And the Lord replied," My son, that's the cross you brought in"~~~~~When life problems seem overwhelming, it helps to look around and ...
238. "Blue Rose" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... asked his mother as she slowly came over from the next aisle." You're fifteen-years-old Denny; now be a good boy and let the man pass by" I acknowledged her and continued to talk to Denny for several more minutes about summer, bicycles and school. I watched his brown eyes dance with excitement because he was the center of someone's attention. He then abruptly turned and headed toward the toy section. Denny's mom had a puzzled look on her face and thanked me for taking the time to talk with her son. She told me that most people wouldn't even look at him, much less talk to him. I told her that it was my pleasure and then I said something I have no idea where it came from, other than by the prompting of the Holy Spirit. I told her that there are plenty of red, yellow and pink roses in God's garden, however," Blue Roses" are very rare and should be ...
239. "Binding The Wounds" | STORIES - Inspirational and Christian [Stories]
... ," wrote the great Churchman and poet, John Donne," every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee" So, for those of us who fared well, who woke up the following morning and wondered who is going to mow my grass? I hope we remember to thank God that is was not us. I hope we remember well, that a powerful, uncontrollable natural disaster just may come our way. Before the night was over, the rescue sirens were blaring, and every volunteer was on his way. That means half of three counties. Betty Blevins was pulled from the wreckage by young hands who wrapped her in their shirts and jackets to keep her from going into shock. While one stayed to comfort, the rest moved on to others ...
240. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- If Love. [Stories]
... was best to be shared. Perhaps it would cause some to reflect on their own lives and recognizing how delicate love really is. I decided to leave it there. As significant as it was at this moment in my life, I left this memory along the road traveled back in time. But before I did, I needed to add one more thing to the telling of the tale. Before leaving the store I stopped to speak to the gentleman." Thanks for sharing the history of that piece with me. I am a writer and love the stories of life. If I may add something to it. In studying the missing keys I realized there was something bigger there. I am guessing in his despair and anger removing those particular keys would prevent him and others from ever writing about" love" and" life" It also stopped the writer from finding" God ,"" Faith" and" Hope" in his work. ...
... had grown so very quiet. While he was not looking I reached into my purse and pulled out a handful of bills. I asked the little boy," Shall we count that money one more time ?". He grew excited and said," Yes, I just know it has to be enough" So I slipped my money in with his and we began to count it. Of course it was plenty for the doll. He softly said," Thank you Jesus for giving me enough money" Then the boy said," I just asked Jesus to give me enough money to buy this doll so Mamma can take it with her to give to my sister. And he heard my prayer. I wanted to ask him for enough to buy my Mamma a white rose, but I didn't ask him, but he gave me enough to buy the doll and a rose for my Mamma. She loves white roses so very, very ...
242. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- The Dog Next Door [Stories]
... coming from the woods ," one of my neighbors said. We followed the barking to a wooded cliff overlooking a creek. There we found my son, flush up against the trunk of a tree just inches away from the edge of the cliff, fast asleep. Brandy had pressed herself against him. I picked Adam up and leaned down to pat Brandy. She sank down on her side, panting. She must have been holding Adam there for hours! I thanked the police and brought a safe and sound Adam back to our house. Brandy too. She hesitated a moment on our doorstep, no doubt remembering the times I'd shooed her away." Come on, girl ," I said." This is your home now" Brandy stepped in, and once she saw she was really welcome, she eased herself onto an old throw rug in the hallway, as if she knew that spot was now hers. She closed her eyes. ...
... " or" It could be better ," he explained." So, you cut right to it and ask for an over all rating ," I said." If I can get someone to see the big picture and realize there is more good in their life than one bad day, I might even change their outlook on this very day, ' he said." So, how was your life ?" I asked of him." Wonderful so far, thanks for asking" Then he said one more thing that really stayed with me." I'm on the shady side of sunset" How powerful! It seems to me that we often see life as beginnings and endings. Sun rises depict a new dawn, an exciting adventure ahead. Sunsets make us think of endings. Like" riding off into the sunset" This man knew his life, his time, was coming to a close." I do hope the sun sets slower ...
244. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Comfort from Above. [Stories]
... a tissue." God loves you very much and is watching over your family ," Pastor Lim replied with certainty." Your husband will be all right" For the next hour Pastor Lim turned around in his seat and lovingly shared Scripture and God's comfort with me. Then he prayed with me. God's peace, which had been eluding me, flooded over me. I felt His presence in this encounter with this stranger in a way I never had before. Thanks Lord, for showing me you care for me. Now I trust You. As I thought about this incident shortly afterward, questions raced through my mind. Just who were these two men? How had they chosen seats directly in front of us? How did they know who we were? A Bible verse from Hebrews then came to mind." Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it" (Hebrews 13: ...
245. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Teach the Children. [Stories]
... that I, Santa Clause symbolize the generosity and good will we feel during the month of December" He then brought out a HOLLY LEAF." Teach the children that the holly plant represents immortality. It represents the crown of thorns worn by our Savior. The red holly represents the blood shed by Him" Next he pulled from his bag a GIFT and said," Teach the children that God so loved the world that HE gave HIS begotten SON"" Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift." Teach the children that the wise men bowed before the Holy BABE and presented HIM with gold, frankincense and myrrh. We should always give gifts in the same spirit of the wise men" Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a CANDY CANE and hung it on the tree." Teach the children that the candy cane represents the shepherds ' crook. The crook on the staff helps to bring back strayed sheep to the ...
246. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Teddy Bear's Call [Stories]
... that day in the face of that little man. We took up a collection before his mom came home. Each driver said goodbye and then they were gone. He shook my hand with a mile-long grin and said," So long trucker, I'll catch you again" I hit that interstate with tears in my eyes. I turned on my radio and got another surprise." Breaker 1-9 ," came a voice on the air," just one word of thanks from Mom Teddy Bear. We wish each and every one a special prayer for you, 'cause you just made my little boy's dream come true" I'll sign off now before I start to cry." May God ride with you; 10-4 and goodbye" [Author Unknown (song by Red Sovine ?)-from Afterhour's Support-Ed: Anon] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... the maiden peeled away the tattered, old shell which encased her winged friends body, to reveal beautiful wings of emerald green, a small pink heart on each side. Both tears and joy filled the maiden's heart, and her story was thus passed down by the old fishermen sitting down by the sea. Real life application: Aren't we all guilty to some degree of searching for or desiring something that, in most cases, is right under our very noses? Thankfully, unlike the above fictional story, love is not elusive at all, and in fact, it is all around us, if we would only fearlessly trust, not only God, but the power of love. [by Melanie Schurr 1998-from 'Daily Wisdom '] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... window air conditioner facing the lot. I was out of the sun, but far from cool. The only other time I was ever in a funeral home by myself was when my Gramps died. The director always let me arrive early so I could spend some private time with him. I loved my Gramps so much. This time, however, I didn't even know the man and I was about to participate in his funeral. A man walked in and thanked me for being there." We have him ready. There will be no viewing, of course. We will hold a simple ceremony at the grave site ," he said. When the others arrived we all followed the hearse a few miles down the road to the cemetery. Upon entering, the driver slowed down for a moment just outside the chapel." Good, at least he will have a church service ," I thought to myself. Suddenly the cars in front of ...
249. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Spelling Lessons. [Stories]
... Spelling Lessons That was really stupid I said out loud as I was reading over something I had written down incorrectly. We don t say that word, Mom , my son, Jeremy, quickly informed me as his little daughter was playing on the floor with her dollhouse. That was really obtuse I quickly rephrased my words as I dredged up a vocabulary word from my high school days. Thanks, Mom, now she s going to be telling people that they are O-B-T-U-S-E , he spelled. S-O-R-R-Y I mischievously spelled back to him and then thought better of it because that is probably one word that doesn t get used enough anymore. Jeremy seems to have taken a sudden interest in spelling lately. For example, I hear him saying such things as: I H-A-T-E it when that happens , In this game you have to K-I-L-L the monsters with lasers and This D-U-M-B ...
... 3, which is not good (one major organ plus everywhere ), so I wound up doing 8 months of chemo. Lost the hair-the whole bit. I missed a lot of work. When I felt good enough, I would go to Sarvey and take Freedom out for walks. Freedom would also come to me in my dreams and help me fight the cancer. This happened time and time again. Fast forward to November 2000, the day after Thanksgiving, I went in for my last checkup. I was told that if the cancer was not all gone after 8 rounds of chemo, then my last option was a stem cell transplant. Anyway, they did the tests; and I had to come back Monday for the results. I went in Monday, and I was told that all the cancer was gone. So the first thing I did was get up to Sarvey and take the big girl out for a walk. ...
251. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- How Rich Are We? [Stories]
... learn ?" The son answered," I saw that we have a dog at home, and they have four. We have a pool that reaches to the middle of the garden; they have a creek that has no end. We have imported lamps in the garden; they have the stars. Our patio reaches to the front yard; they have a whole horizon" When the little boy was finished, his father was speechless. His son added," Thanks, Dad, for showing me how 'poor ' we are !" Isn't it true that it all depends on the way you look at things? If you have love, friends, family, health, good humor and a positive attitude towards life-you've got everything! You can't buy any of these things. You may have all the material possessions you can imagine, provisions for the future, etc; but if you are poor of spirit, you have nothing! Addendum- ...
252. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- A New Perspective. [Stories]
... indication. I looked down at the chair and noticed that the clamps holding the electronic keyboard and chair controls had apparently loosened causing the equipment to slip down, out of his reach." Is this the problem ?" I said, as I pulled it back into place, hoping I wasn't doing more damage than good. I then re-tightened the clamps. His hand jerked over to the keyboard and he hit a single key. An electronic voice told me," Thank-you" He then found the toggle control that steered the chair, turned and left. I got back in my car and headed off to work, completely forgetting my newspaper. As I drove, I felt a gratitude come over me like I had never felt before! I was truly blessed to have the physical abilities that allow me to live a normal life. Here was this young man who relied on a mechanical chair to get him around and a voice simulator to communicate. ...
253. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Crooked Little Smile. [Stories]
... most of the time. Except when he made a wise crack. He always managed to steal a glance looking up to see how you reacted to his comments. I believe he enjoyed doing that to people. Still kneeling by his wheel chair, I felt comfortable there. There was an awkward silence as we both waited for the other to continue the conversation. I waited because I wasn't sure he wanted to talk." Nice sneakers ," he said." Thanks, no one ever complimented me on my sneakers before ," I said." No one has the view of the world I do ," he replied. I laughed this time." So, tell me about the world as you see it ," I said." Well, I can tell if someone is comfortable speaking with me or not. Most people can see it in another's eyes. I see it in their feet ," he said." How can you tell by ...
254. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- New Shoes. [Stories]
... felt obligated to repay the gift, but my friend said just seeing me wear them was gift enough. I still remember my old shoes and one thing stands out in my mind. It took the old pair to get me to the new pair. I guess in the back of my mind, I wonder what will happen when these start to wear out and cause me discomfort. For some reason, I just never worry about it! I just want to thank my friend for the gift!~Tom Rogers~Copyright 2011 All Rights Resrved [by: Tom Rogers, Copyright 2011 (tomrogers @rocketmail.com)-submitted by: Tom Rogers] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
255. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Dance of Love. [Stories]
... on the dance floor I could see their fathers Nabih and Richard who had sadly passed before" the dance" began. I smiled, they nodded in approval because they knew their own music will play on in the hearts of their children, Allison and Chris, as they have now begun their own" Dance of Love"" Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd of had to miss the dance" Garth Brooks. Thanks for the dance, Allison!" I wish you enough !" J~Bob Perks~Good news-Bob Perks ' first book," I Wish You Enough ," Embracing Life's Most Valuable Moments. is now available for ordering. Here's the" Link" to get your copy of Bob's book: I Wish You Enough from Amazon.com. [by: Bob Perks Copyright 2011 (2believe @comcast.net)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
256. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Dear Mom [Stories]
... mother ran out into the yard." Wait ," she called. She must have been listening from behind the door. Tears were streaming down her cheeks." I'll get your father ," she called, almost giddy with emotion." We ," she cried as she gathered up her skirts." We ," she shouted as she began to run to find her husband." We. are going to have a wedding !" That's how it was, Mom. Thanks for being there for us. I'll write again soon. Love. Joseph [Author Unknown-from rshaveit @webtv.net (Robbie ), via Bill Champion] Inspirational Stories SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
257. Inspirational and Christian STORIES -- Holding Hands. [Stories]
... walk at your own pace and delight in all the natural beauty that surrounds you. It is the perfect place to get back in touch with God and to fill your soul with joy. The only problem is that with the path being so near the water, erosion sometimes causes holes to develop along the walkway. It was while we were walking along it the other day that one of these holes caught my oldest boy unawares. He stumbled and almost fell but thankfully was able to reach out and take my hand. I steadied him and we walked on for awhile holding hands and feeling connected in our love for each other. I think that sometimes the troubles we face in our journey through life are a lot like those holes in the ground. They are always there causing us to stumble and sometimes even to fall. It is good to know, however, that we can always reach out and take the hand of our Heavenly Father. ...
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