I've mentioned this before on the PB, but it really amazes me whenever I think of it. I'd a real fear of talking in front of people, so much so that in college I took part in a group presentation in front of the class and froze when it was my turn, and basically just staired at the class speechless. When asked years later to lead the Sunday School opening exercises, the fear was still there alive and well, but I looked at it as an opportunity to grow and accepted. I was nervous all week. When the time came to go up, I thought on this verse:

Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

...and prayed, "Ok. Lord, its time to go up there. I'm scared, but I know you can help me do this"

True to his word, he strengthened me and gave me an amazing peace up there. Later, I ended up leading the songtime during the evening worship service and doing the nursing home ministry. Praise the Lord!

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Bob Howes
Framingham, MA

A reoccurring thought:

Rev 22:20 He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.