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God's Footprint
By John Ingrisano and Sponsored by R.J. Maves Photography of Ellison Bay
Oct 5, 2011 - 8:51:17 AM
In my travels, I did not see God today, but I saw His footprint. I am traveling a lot these days, doing writing and business seminars across the country, sometimes “seeing” four cities in four days. It can get lonely at times. Last night I checked into a hotel in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. It was an everyday, decent, mid-range motel. And then I saw God’s footprint: In the info rack on the desk was a card titled, “A Prayer for Today.” Ah, I was in a house of believers … no longer alone. On the other side of the card was another message, shared in part below. My point: As people and believers, we can sometimes feel alone. When others reach out in even the smallest way, it feels great. We should do the same. (My favorite, of course, is a simple “God bless you” after a brief retail transaction.) Let others know that they are not alone, that someone (that someone would be you) cares. It can make a big difference in another’s day, week … life. “May this room and motel be your ‘second’ home. May those you love be near you in thoughts and dreams. Even though we may not get to know you, we hope that you will be as comfortable and happy as if you were in your own home." “May the business that brought you our way prosper. May every call you make and every message you receive add to your joy.” “Greetings Traveler” (from a card placed in my room at America’s Best Value Inn 809 West Clairemont Avenue Eau Claire, WI) I also have a confession to make. I travel without my Bible, but always find the Gideon Bible in my room. (If it is not there, I ask the front desk to send up a copy.) When I read it, I have a tendency to mark it up with notes and underlinings. I also -- thinking that someday, another person may pick up this same book – scribble a little note of hope on the inside back cover, along with my initials and the date. (Let me know if you ever come across one I’ve written in.) I guess that’s my way of leaving my footprint. We don’t always need to shout the Word. Sometimes we can whisper it quietly. God bless.
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