After the Breakdown

My car stopped working July 10, 2021, and I had it towed to my daughter’s house where my son-in-law could take a look at it. We decided to have it towed to a local dealership for a “diagnostic” service. The fee would be arou6+qyy8iyqyqqrtyayqyytyyqtqtqqyyytuuuiuy it II ind $200, but we had to start somewhere.

As the dealership service department began to check it out, they noticed that a spark plug literally burst from its connection. The battery was also dead. To continue spending any more time, they notified him that it would now cost $400 and may cost thousands to fix it. Oh well, praise the Lord. We needed to know if it would start with a new battery and go from there. They called back and said it would start with a new battery placed in it. That was what my son-in-law needed to know. We would have it towed back to their place. The manager said, we are not charging you anything. WOW!

July 23, A few days later, I received a phone call from the same person who had called me when I was on the highway.  I had to let it go to Voice Message.  Upon checking it later, the message said, “We have been praying about your car; and, as a church, we are going to give you a $1,000 toward the repair. I will send a check out tomorrow.” WOW! I broke down and cried I was so overwhelmed with gratitude. My friend, Pattie, listened to the message as I couldn’t answer her. She began to shake and could only say, WOW! The glory of God’s presence filled the room. Others who heard about what happened, responded with financial gifts toward the repair or purchase of a new car.

UPDATE: February 21, 2022 – I have not been posting for a while and when I posted my blog on “Cells” I realized that I had not finished this post to bring you up to date.  Sorry about that!

After my son-in-law finished work on other jobs he had already committed to, he was then able to spend time working on my car. He spent hours researching the problem that caused the shut down, prayed for wisdom and discernment on how to proceed (this is not his normal line of work, but always willing to learn). He ordered a manual, specific tools and parts that didn’t come in and had to reorder through another company, Last year provided interesting opportunities for delay in getting goods and auto parts. God faithfully supplied the financial means to complete the work. I have watched God work in Jamie’s life and knew he could do it if He knew God was asking. The thing I love the most about this experience:  it wasn’t about time or money, or inconvenience — it was about what God was doing in each life involved.

For five months without a car, I found myself totally dependent on God for every need. For groceries, I had wonderful friends who were willing to take me to the store or pick up something I needed. One suggestion was to apply for Sr. Nutrition services for delivery of hot, home delivered meals, They are tasty and have been a blessing.  I also needed transportation to different places.  I couldn’t just jump in the car and take a ride to get out of the house. Walls begin to close in over time; and yet, I had an amazing peace and grace through it all. I found myself “content” and living in gratitude. I have a plaque that says, “The Will of God will never lead you where the Grace of God cannot keep you.”

One particular time was a ministry opportunity with Agape Freedom Fighters that was being held in Roseville, CA. I wanted to go but didn’t have anyone from my area to get a ride. When I posted a note to that fact on our AFF texting site, I immediately was contacted and told by a dear sister that God put it on her heart to drive from Roseville to pick me up and bring me back to the church to minister and then to drive me back home (that’s approximately a 45 minute trip one way and she was making two round trips). She said, “God wants you there!” I was shocked and humbled. “My God”, the one who told me, “You are important enough to Me to shut down an entire highway!” [SEE BREAKDOWN]

I do have my car.  We are still finding little things that need to be repaired, but it feels so wonderful being able to drive again (I close my eyes at the almost $5 a gal gasoline and thank Him for His provision). It was really strange when I got back into it for the first time. Almost forgot how to drive. the operative word is “almost.” HaHa!

Do you see the hand of God in your life? Do you know His provision financially, physically, spiritually in a personal way? Do you know that He loves you and has a plan for your life? I would love to hear how God reveals Himself to you. If you do not know Him, He is just waiting to introduce Himself. Let me know if you would like prayer or someone to talk with about this amazing God.