Dawdling is TCB

Today I was busy and distracted by all of that "busy-ness." I had groceries to buy after the ice had melted and I could finally drive in it. I was focused and had a mission. The cold January air reminded me that I wanted to be home again where it was warm and there would be, well... less people. (I am an introvert.) The problem was that my oldest son was with me. The problem was that he is a dawdler. And he always stops to talk to all those people. (He is an extrovert.)

After I had my groceries, we pulled up to the gas station. I'm thinking, "yes, almost home!" My son goes in to pay for the gas, of which he will pump. He is a gentleman. I'm proud of that. So, while I waited, I did a little cleaning from the car pockets where straw sheaths like to collect, and used paper napkins hide. I had the car door open and was leaned over, looking under the seats, fully engaged in the process. As I was deep into the search, I was surprised by a very nice male voice. I looked up and it was a young man, probably in his mid-twenties, asking me if I'd like for him to pump my gas for me, a huge smile on his face. I was truly a little shocked at this unexpected generous offer. But I was also very happy to know that there were such kind hearts willing to help others.

I explained to him that my son was with me, but I gave him my thanks and told him what a blessing he was. That was a gift in my eyes. This wonderful young man was also of a different race than I am. That even made his gesture more special to me. In the world, where there is so much division and discord, so much love left behind in the midst of mistrust and ignorance, I was sent a peacemaker!

Scriptures: Matthew 5:9 Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, because they will be called sons of God” (Matt. 5:9).

I found this article that brought this home to me:

As William Barclay translates this verse, “They are people who produce right relationships in every sphere of life.” https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/sermon-blessed-peacemakers-sons-god-matthew-5

I'm grateful that my son dawdled long enough that I got this experience because I truly met a "son of God" today!

I'm also grateful my son brings peace to others, too. (Even though he dawdles...)

Okay...I'll try to be more of a people person from now on, too!