Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Day 10: Children's Ministry (Provers 22:6)

• Understanding debt - that kids will learn that God can do the biggest of things with even the smallest amount
• They will continue to grow in their sense of ownership about what happens at Greenridge, our area, and around the world

On February 2, the Tuesday before the BIG snow storm, it was snowing. I made and ate my dinner, then cleaned the kitchen. Having finished all my evening chores, I set the Security system on instant, and settled down at the computer to check E-mails. Since it was still early evening, I started a computer game. Suddenly the alarm system went off - full force - loud and blaring. I was terrified. I reluctantly went to the back door and peeked out through the blinds. All looked okay. I decided I should call the Police Department, but my shaking hands and befuddled brain presented a problem. Instead of dialing 911 - I repeatedly dialed 919 (a N.C. area code).

A short time after the alarm system went off, the security company called to see if I was all right. I was so frightened I could hardly talk. She called the police and requested they send some one out. She assured me she would stay on the phone with me until the police arrive. She asked if I had family near and suggested that I put her on hold and call someone. Of course, the first ones I think of are Rebecca and Bob. The minute Rebecca heard my voice she knew things were not right. Being Sue, the minute I heard her voice I burst into tears. After talking to me calmly for a bit she said Ryan wished to talk to me, which I did not think was a good idea. I didn't want to upset him, but he was insistent, so I agreed. My precious grandson said "Mima, do you want me to pray for you?" I answered “Sweetheart I need that more than anything in the world right now.” So Ryan holding his Mom's hand, with Brady and Patrick standing near, prayed:

"Lord, keep Mima safe and don't let her be afraid."

The police arrived after a longer than usual time - due to snow covered roads. The house was checked inside and out. All was safe. The problem was caused by a sensor (not the technical term) had popped off, which I was told is the same as a door being opened.

I was certain I would be unable to sleep that night, but after Ryan's prayer for me and knowing our Lord would hear and answer -- I slept like a baby.

~Sue Andrews