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Ron was excited when the phone rang early that morning. He was expecting several more calls during the day. He looked up his, “ To do list.”
It was very long, unlike other days. A cup of coffee and a toast satisfied him for breakfast. Mom was still in her bedroom and he set a tray of food, to surprise her with her favorite breakfast in bed. After all, it was her 60th birthday and he had come home that week end to celebrate it with her. The phone calls kept coming and Mom wondered why he was so excited over each one and why on occasions he went upstairs to respond. During the day mother and son looked at the family scrap books and talked of days when Dad was with them, their plans for the future and counted God’s blessings. Later Ron took Mom to the Mall to buy some perfume of her choice and then for dinner to a big restaurant.
Waiting at the reception was a friend who signaled to Ron that everything was in order. Mom and son walked into the lobby and were escorted by the Manager to the banquet hall. The doors opened and there was a large group of over 70 friends and family singing, loud and clear, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY.” Mom was SURPRISED. She could not believe her eyes, as she looked around and saw family members from out of town. She waved to the group and wiped her wet eyes as she moved from table to table to greet each family. She was overwhelmed and filled with gratitude because loved ones had come from several states in the country to celebrate with her. Without letting the cat out of the bag, Ron had organized the whole show. He just said, “Mom, I appreciate all that you have done for us.” There were opportunities given for many to express their love and once again to count God’s blessings and thank Him for His faithfulness.
Think of the future and the return of our Jesus Christ in the clouds to receive His own. What a joyful day that will be? When we see Him face to face and behold His glory, we will be SURPRISED. The Lord has done great things for each one of us, so let us count our blessings and be surprised.
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Nice little devotional.