“Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel, “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, Who leads you in the way you should go.” Isaiah 48:17 (NAS)
Charlotte waited patiently at the check-out counter. While checking her purchases, the clerk commented on her perfume. “That’s what I wear too. Well, I used to anyway.” She looked away quickly, biting her lip.
The Spirit gently spoke to Charlotte. “Here’s your opportunity to be a blessing. Share your perfume.” Charlotte had purchased three new bottles in the beauty department across the store.
The adversary began immediately to make her doubt. “Don’t be silly. God doesn’t work like this. He isn’t concerned about this woman’s perfume.” The Spirit, however, continued to insistently tug at Charlotte’s heart, as she walked across the parking lot to her car. Her desire to walk in the Spirit finally won out and she obeyed. Charlotte went back in the store and approached the clerk who had checked her out.
When the young lady looked up, Charlotte held out a bottle of her perfume. “I wanted you to have some of this. I think it might be important to you,” she said.
Tears filled the clerk’s eyes. “Oh, it sure is! I used to wear this fragrance when I was dating my husband. I have been so stressed lately with family, school and work that I have thought of ending it all.” She came around the counter and hugged Charlotte warmly. “Thank you. I’ll wear it tonight and remember how much my husband and family mean to me.”
Dear Father, thank you for your Spirit who guides us in our lives. Thank you for opportunities to bless others. Enable us to be sensitive to your Spirit so that we hear and obey your gentle nudges. Lead us in such a way that we affect the lives of others. In the name of Jesus, I pray. AMEN
Be encouraged today in our redeemer, teacher, and guide,