Category: Stories

The Poor and Rich

The Poor and Rich One day, the father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people can be. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family. On their return from the trip, the father asked his son, “How was the trip?” “It was great, Dad.” “Did you see how poor people can be?” the father asked. “Oh yeah,” said the son. “So what did you learn from the trip?” asked the...

*GROCERY LIST*

Louise Redden, a poorly dressed lady with a look of defeat on her face, walked into a grocery store… She approached the owner of the store in a most humble manner and asked if he would let her charge a few groceries… She softly explained that her husband was very ill and unable to work, they had seven children and they needed food. John Long house, the grocer, scoffed at her and requested that she leave his store at once. Visualizing the family needs, she said: ‘Please, sir! I will bring you the money just as soon as I can.’ John told her...

I Found Jesus There

I Found Jesus There “Tomorrow morning,” the surgeon began, “I’ll open up your heart…” “You’ll find Jesus there,” the boy interrupted. The surgeon looked up, annoyed. “I’ll cut your heart open,” he continued, “to see how much damage has been done…” “But when you open up my heart, you’ll find Jesus in there.” The surgeon looked to the parents, who sat quietly. “When I see how much damage has been done, I’ll sew your heart and chest back up and I’ll plan what to do next.” “But you’ll find Jesus in my heart. The Bible says He lives there. The...

He Knows Your Name

When you are having problems And feel there’s no help around. First take one step forward. To get to higher ground. If you think that God doesn’t hear you. Then that, is really a shame Not only does He hear every Prayer you say; But, He knows you, by your name. It does not matter just where you are When you call upon the Lord. He will be listening with a well-tuned ear. And will understand every word. Be ready to listen to what He says, As He tell you what to do. For that, will be your instructions. Because...

God Made Me

Can you tell me who made you?” the pastor asked the small boy. The Youngster thought a moment. Then he looked up at the pastor and said, “God made part of me.” “What do you mean, part of you?” asked the pastor. “Well,” answered the boy, “God made me little. I grew the rest myself.” Growing the rest is a lifetime job for everyone.