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Another roofer
It was another roofer at the door. Getting pulled away from my work-laden desk, I was less than excited to deal with another roofing solicitor. But as my foot hit the bottom stair, I was brought up short. The Holy Spirit seemed to be reminding me to slow down and take advantage of the opportunity.
So instead of cracking the door to declare, “Wehavearooferbutthankyou,” I actually walked outside. I didn’t waste his time or mine. It was clear in the first 30 seconds that we have an unshakeable relationship with our Christian roofer friend. But this dude didn’t mind; in fact, he wanted to talk. Turns out he is also a brother in Christ. However, he hasn’t gone to church in years and relished the chance to talk with a pastor.
We discussed his reasons for separation, which were just as understandable and inexcusable as the ones we all create. I was able to gently but firmly blast his pride and judgmentalism, and he took it like David in Psalm 141. In fact, he was very grateful. He even promised to stop working Sunday and go to a good church near his house.
As we follow the Resurrected Jesus, I pray we are always like David and our roofer brother – open to and thankful for needed reproof. And I pray we will all slow down and take the opportunity to listen and share rebuke when needed. Amen.
God bless,
Wayne