--God's Grace Is Sufficient For Us. ~~

--"[The Lord said], 'My GRACE IS SUFFICIENT FOR YOU"--[2 Corinthians 12:9]

--"Share with the Lord's people who are in need. Practice hospitality " --[Romans 12:13/ NIV]

---I attended a wedding recently for Eric and Nina. They'd planned a ceremony in one town and a reception in in another. Heavy rain and flooding was predicted throughout the week.

Wedding guests arrived, laden with raincoats and umbrellas. At the end of the service, we stood as the beaming newly weds walked down the aisle . The couple disappeared into a private room while we prepared to leave. Patti, a church member, materialized in the doorway. " We just got word that the reception is canceled. The road to the venue is flooded."

Signs of dismay were heard. She went on: "We've broken the news to Eric and Nina. As you can imagine, they are very disappointed. However, they want to greet everyone. Please wait in our fellowship room across the hall."

I walked over, looking around the stark room with its harsh fluorescent lights and metal chairs. A beautiful reception with carefully selected music, food, and wedding cake would not be part of their memories. How sad, I thought. Patti, however had a different plan.

Boxes of pizzas arrived, along with paper plates, cups, and soft drinks. Patti son's came with his laptop and speakers to play music. The bright lights were turned off. Church candles became table centerpieces. Altar flowers were placed alongside a two-layer cake from a local deli.

When Eric and Nina appeared in the doorway, they looked around, stunned. The fellowship hall had been transformed. On their faces was gratitude for those who had seen to it that their love and commitment \would still be celebrated. ~~

--"Lord, thank You for people who are willing and eager to extend hospitality. They become a testament to Your generosity. Thank You, our Savior, for teaching us to be like You. You are the same yesterday, today and forever.--[Hebrews 13:8~ In Jesus Name.~"

--GP/MBS

--"Same God" // Hannah Kerr // (lyric video)<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etiaQLzAI3o>
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