Trusting God's Wisdom

Last evening the Lord presented us with another lesson in trusting Him. We always begin our journeys with prayer for safety, a timely arrival, and the opportunity to serve Him along the way. He has always been faithful to answer our cries, though sometimes in unanticipated ways. We attended a church in northern PA over the weekend with a Mother's Day banquet and afternoon service. It was a wonderful day, and the fellowship was great.

At 3 PM we headed south toward Altoona. As we traveled, we shared blessings of the day and the weekend. Less than 10 miles from our destination, a light began flashing on the dash. It read O/D Off. I wasn't sure why the light should be flashing, but we were nearly home, so we continued on. At the end of the exit ramp, we stopped to await a green light and noticed smoke billowing from under the van and discerned the scent of transmission fluid. If you don't know what that smells like, thank the Lord right now. Only those who have had problems recall that pungent odor.

We kept heading for Bill's parents' home, though the van was not able to accelerate as usual. Less than 1/2 a mile from our destination, the van could go no further. We parked, got a ride from a helpful neighbor, and continued praying. Later we returned to remove our luggage, then we called AAA to have the van towed to a garage. By 9:00 PM all was settled, except the knowledge of how much the repairs will cost.

Pray with us for the Lord's provision of either an economical bill or the funds necessary to make the repairs. We have noticed that the Lord has not panicked yet, so we are trying to emulate Him. Isn't it amazing that the problem did not occur while we were enroute to PA from SC? Isn't it providential that no meeting was scheduled for this Wednesday? Isn't it amazing that we were so close to "home" when the van could go no further? God is good all the time!