For we are his
workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared before
that we would walk in them. (Ephesians 2:10 WEB)
The
list for the monthly potluck dinner in my neighborhood included only one other
single. Did I want to go with so many
couples? I hesitated but then added my name.
A
number of unfamiliar faces greeted me when I entered the room for dinner.
Thankfully, I noticed a couple I knew and walked to their table. All seats had
been taken.
People
claimed seats at most of the tables. At the far end of the long room, one
couple sat alone. With my drink in hand, I maneuvered to them.
“May
I join you?” I asked.
They
smiled and said, “Yes.”
As
we exchanged names, a lady sat beside me. Another couple asked to sit with us.
We learned that all were newcomers except for me. We talked for a while and I discovered
the lady beside me was a recent widow who had come alone too.
On
the way to the clubhouse that evening, a radio pastor said to look for the
lonely and hurting. His words directed me to join a couple sitting by
themselves and allowed me to make new friends.
Because
of my journey of grief, I understood loneliness. I was thankful I stepped out
of my comfort zone to welcome and encourage my tablemates.
God
directed my steps and thankfully, I followed His plan.
Heavenly Father, help me to listen and obey when you guide me to
do something that isn’t easy. Amen
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