I've got just one brief item to share tonight; count possibly two more people for Easter services this coming weekend!
For the past year or so, my wife and I have taken to watching movies and having dinner together on Saturday evenings after church. It's a form of "date night" we look forward to each weekend after the kids go to sleep. More often than not, we would stop by the West Salem Quiznos for a pair of sandwiches and drinks before heading home to pop in a DVD.
Our patronage has become so commonplace, that I've established and cultivated a friendship with the young man named Robbie, who's recently taken ownership of this local chapter of the franchise. He's an extremely dedicated, hard working fellow with a penchant for excellent customer service. He keeps his place of business clean, and serves a quality product with a smile on his face. Every time. In contrast to so many other restaurants in this town, Robbie's level of service is a breath of fresh air. (He also knows how to put together a very tasty sandwich!)
What's more, this man has been through some weighty matters over the past year, and he doesn't have many people to talk to, or confide in. I'm honored that he's accepted me as a friend.
Last week, when Pastor John instructed us to invite others for Easter services, my wife and I immediately thought about Robbie. After services concluded, we made a b-line for Quiznos, only this time it wasn't for sandwiches. The whole rendezvous didn't last more than about a minute; I simply walked in and offered the 'Alive' postcard, with a quick "no strings attached" greeting from the heart. Then, I simply turned around and left.
Fast forward to this afternoon. The family was hungry after church services let out at 12:15PM, so it was off to Quiznos for lunch. After the initial rush dissipated, Robbie spared a few minutes to come and 'hang out' with us, to check in and see how things were going. After hearing some interesting (and scary) tales about driving during his various trips back to his native India, he informed us that he and his wife are really going to try to attend services this coming Saturday night. She has never been to church before, and he seemed genuinely eager to attend. Yes!
"God, you are so good. Please guard and protect Robbie and his wife throughout this coming week. Let them attend Easter services this weekend with open hearts and minds. Please lead them to the truth, and become flooded with your love and grace. Amen."
Good Night
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