8 p.m. ….
“You are the SALT of the earth…”
Matthew 5:13a
“You are the LIGHT of the world…”
Matthew 5:14a
“For we are…the AROMA of Christ…”
2 Corinthians 2:15a
I had an amazing experience at the Aptos Post Office today. I was being assisted by Tina when she asked me how Irene was doing because she hadn’t seen her for such a long time. Tina further explained how much she and several other employees missed seeing her and how they appreciated the creatively decorated packages that Irene would send to various people, especially our daughter, JoAnna, who lives in S. Cal. My first thought was “how many post office ‘counter’ employees know their customers by first name?” Then, almost instantaneously, my thought was, “…. and this should surprise me????????”
I explained to Tina what was going on and could tell by her reaction that she was deeply moved by learning of Irene’s plight. Tina explained that her husband had a liver transplant 10 years ago and is doing fine today. That was very encouraging to hear! Tina’s only knowledge of Irene is through that of mailing packages at the post office. But, obviously, there was something about Irene during transactions that were special to Tina.
I wonder if Tina saw salt, light and the aroma of Christ represented in Irene?
Today was the first time that Irene was by herself all day. It was somewhat uncomfortable to leave her this morning but I knew that I was with clients within a 15 mile radius of the house. My last instructions were for her to keep her cell phone on her hip and to behave!!! She was “Home Alone!!”
Irene had a slow and measured day …. the nausea gripped her and wouldn’t let go, but she was able to push through it …. the highlight of the day was really enjoying the beautiful and balmy weather ….
We never know what affect we may have on another person. It’s a strong reminder that our lives do influence others …. Today is yet another example of how Irene represents what Christ calls us to be …. salt, light and the aroma of Christ.
Caminando con Fé
Dave
