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“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21 (NIV)

I traveled to Miami for Independence Day weekend to see my brother and niece; however, I had not anticipated what a spiritual feast the trip would unveil. Our holiday started off as a family outing on the beach, access to a beach resort swimming pool and the famous seashell gathering. Then, I stumbled into a very nice lady named Susie.

Most people make acquaintances by meeting casually at a store or somewhere else where both parties are standing and fully dressed. Not me! I was coming back from the water scrolling through some pictures on my phone, when I suddenly stopped myself before colliding with a beach chair with Susie in it. I apologized and we both laughed. After that incident, we kept passing each other, and finally I felt I needed to go chat with Susie.

I shared my life story with her and a scripture passage the Lord impressed upon my heart. That sweet lady hugged me so tightly and sobbed in my arms. She then told me that I had not gone to Miami to see my brother, but to meet her because she needed to hear what I had shared. She even patted me on the back saying she was checking to see if I wasn’t growing wings.

I needed a vacation, but Susie needed to hear that God loved her and no matter what, He would never leave her side. As I watched the fireworks display that evening, I smiled and thanked the Lord for placing me at that beach for Susie. I don’t know if I will ever see her again, but I know that right there, in my wet bathing suit and sandy feet, I shared with her my most precious gift: Jesus.

“Dear Lord, thank You for placing us where we can bear witness of Your love to those who are in need of love.”

For His Glory

Luska Suzano
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