Mike had opened the front gate in expectation of a scheduled UPS delivery which had been attempted yesterday. He then headed into the barn and when he came out the red truck was now pulled all the way into the property and parked at the house.
We have had our fill of drive byes, back fence oglers, estate sale visitors, and such. We just want our privacy as we finish up the loose ends of leaving Humble Acres. Thus, Mike was a bit taken back and maintained a stoic demeanor; while standing off at a distance as the gentleman attempted to to explain his purpose for being here. Mike remained expressionless as the gentleman went on to introduce himself as Jason; explaining that he had been hired by Chase Home Finance to come out and take photographs of the property. Jason appeared to be unaware of the purpose for taking the photographs; asking Mike if we were selling the house. Mike informed him that the house was scheduled for foreclosure sale in less than two weeks, on October 4th, 2011 at 1:00pm on the steps of the Parker County courthouse.
That's when Jason said "The moment I saw you God put a burden on my heart for you. May I pray for you?" Mike agreed, and Jason proceeded to place his hand on Mike's shoulder and began to pray for God's peace and protection.
Over the past several years we have come across many professing Christians who have said they either are or will be lifting us and our circumstances up in prayer. We appreciate all those who have done so. But over this time only one young man in his mid twenties; a perfect stranger named Jason; had the boldness to initiate the biblical call of the laying on of hands and prayer while reaching out in humility and love, ministering into the immediate need of my precious husband.Dear Jason, should you ever read this blog I want you to know how very precious your visit was; and the blessing that you were in reaching out to my husband at a very difficult time. The morning you showed up was an exceptionally difficult one and a sovereign God used you mightily because of your faithful obedience to Him.
God bless you!
