After my morning class yesterday, as I walking walking to my car in the parking garage, I met a young woman who had just left her class. She opened the door for me, so I thanked her and asked her how her class was. Then I noticed her tattoo which is of a tree in the movie Lord of the Rings. I mentioned that Lord of the Rings is my favorite book and movie series. Then I shared a simple message with her, “Everywhere you go, Jesus is there,”

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She thanked me saying it meant so much at this time and then asked if she could hug me. I felt prompted to give her a copy of my book Jesus Understands Trauma, which I did after signing it for her. She teared up a bit and wanted another hug. She is a gentle soul in need of a healing touch for her soul from Jesus.

As I drove away, I realized I needed that moment too. So, I thanked Jesus for that moment because it reminded me of why I wrote my book and it encouraged me that Jesus is working.

Matthew 9:36 says:

When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 

Jesus sees people. He sees their struggles, their pain, their hopeless state without him. He is full of compassion for all people.

I am grateful he arranged for my path to cross with a person who is in need of Jesus’s healing in her life yesterday. I am grateful for Jesus prompting me.

Hopefully my eyes stay open to Jesus’s leading and to others who are harassed and helpless.

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

24 responses to “A Divine Appointment in a Parking Garage”

  1. Oh, brother…I just love you as a Christ-filled sister. The world needs more of you. I’m thankful to God she received your gift. You were the hands and feet of Jesus, Matt. Because of you “listening” and obeying, she may come to know Jesus as her Savior. It’s these encounters that put our faith to works. I know that you will give God the glory! Of course! BUT, please know, that I praise him for putting you here to be our “iron sharpens iron”, to encourage, bless, and pray. See what our Savior is doing through you? Praise God!!! 🙏

    1. Thank you little sister. You are so kind 🙂
      It is fun to be open to divine appointments \.
      How are you today?

      1. It’s my blessing, brother! You are kind too! I wish the world had more kindness so I try my best! Like you, I want to be open to the divine appts!
        I’m so happy to rest today and enjoy kiddie pool, “not thinking”, and having a visit with family. With physical challenges, as you know, I try hard to stay positive with faith and God’s love! I pray for you too!😊

      2. the kiddie pool fun times for you

      3. Yes! I got in with her! It’s not as fun as the grandkids, but comes in solid 2nd! 🐾

    1. AMEN- such a blessing to follow Jesus

  2. I love this so much! What a blessing for each of you. I always admire how bold in your faith you are and willing to share with others at anytime. So neat!!

    1. Thank you little sister. Are you ready for the cooler weather coming?

      1. Yeah I actually am!! I was just telling McKenzie that I’m ready to try making some homemade soups this fall and winter!!

      2. Soups- deliver some please 🙂

      3. Yes. 80 degrees tomorrow will feel like a cold front lol

    1. It was such as blessing 🙂

  3. The Lord placed you where you needed to be the blessing to her. Indeed He loves people

    1. I am grateful that he allowed me to be a small part of his work

  4. Thank you so much, Matt, for sharing this uplifting story. Isn’t it euphoric to be a serendipity blessing to someone else, and realize the blessing has mushroomed in our own hearts as well? Acts 20:35 doesn’t just apply to monetary gifts!

    1. It is a huge blessing. Thank you for reading 🙂

  5. That’s amazing that you were in the right place at the right time. And you blessed her with your book, which I really enjoyed reading myself. It brought me peace. I know it will help her too. Have a blessed weekend, big brother. 🌼

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