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Mary awoke and readied herself to go to purchase Christmas lights for the large tree that sat in the living room of her home on Chief Street. The tree had been decorated except for the lights. This year, Mary desired new lights to represent some newness in her life. The Lord had delivered her from apprehension of speaking boldly about His gospel, and His saving grace. She was elated that now, without hesitation or fears, she freely went out and about to share God’s holy word. She exclaimed, “Lord, I want new lights to symbolize what has been birthed in my soul. You illuminated, and delivered me, and I am so aglow!” The Lord said, Mary, my child, it is my pleasure to give you such joy. Spread your Sonshine, My precious one.”
Mary went off to get her new lights. In route, while stopped at the light, she looked over and saw a woman with an expression of concern. Mary shouted over to her, “Are you ok?” The woman said, “No, I am lost and near late for the wedding of a very dear friend.” Mary motioned, and told her to pull over at the next safe area just up ahead. The woman did as Mary advised. Mary met Jessica who was going to the wedding of her closest friend. Mary shared with Jessica that she was a Christian. Jessica responded that she was backslidden. Mary reminded Jessica that Jesus is a friend who is closer than any other. Mary glimpsed a response in the eyes of Jessica. She knew that she was remembering Jesus, the Savior. Mary cheerfully told Jessica to follow her and she would drive to the church where the wedding would be held. Thanks to Mary, Jessica arrived with just minutes to spare. Mary hurriedly gave Jessica her number and said, “I believe you will call because you will come back to Jesus.” Jessica smiled and hurried inside.
A light interruption
Mary arrived at the parking lot of the Wholesome Host store where she would select her lights. She noticed a small crowd gathered. She curiously approached, and discovered a woman, Anna, in labor with her male companion in a fretful state. Mary inquired, and found that he, Phinehas, was the father of the baby. An ambulance had been summoned but it was obvious that the baby would not wait. Mary comforted the couple and spoke of God’s love. She assured that all would be well. Mary prayed, “Lord, help us, please!” Moments later, a woman stepped through the crowd. She was a Doctor’s Assistant and knew exactly what to do. Whew! She handled the blessed arrival of the newborn, and placed the infant in his mother’s arms. The couple “melted” at the sight. Mary asked, “Do you have a name yet.” The father answered, “Yes, his name is Aaron.” Mary’s eyes welled with tears. She gave him a Christian tract, and wished them all well.
A light interruption
Mary was happily exhausted at all that had happened. She decided to come back for the lights
on another day.
The next week, Mary once again set out to get her lights. In route, she came upon a horrific car accident. She and two others were first at the scene. There was a man, Isaac, at the wheel. While they waited for the ambulance, Mary asked them to join with her in prayer. Isaac was conscience but barely holding on. The Lord revealed to Mary that he would not recover. Mary whispered to him, "Jesus loves you, and expects you with Him soon. Isaac, do the best you can to pray for Jesus to save, and forgive you, and to bring you to Him.” Isaac understood, and shut his eyes. Mary knew that He was praying just as she asked. When he opened his eyes, Mary recognized the presence of God’s peace. Isaac breathed a few short breaths, and expired.
A light interruption
Mary was so grateful to lead someone to Christ before death. She kept praising God for His profound love, and goodness. She was involved for a wedding, the birth of Aaron, and the salvation of Isaac, a precious soul. She arrived and walked into Wholesome Host and selected three colors for her lights - red for the blood of Jesus, white for the purity of Christ, and yellow for the SONSHINE WHO IS THE RESURRECTION!!! She joyfully thanked God for all of those –
light interruptions.
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