I barely heard these words as I disappeared behind a set piece to check some lights. My heart was full, trying to live in surrender, trying to press into what was on my heart. Last thing I really wanted was to small talk with someone...
"I'm over here. I was just checking lights."
I stepped out of the shadows and an actor friend came over to me.
"How are you, Anna?"
I took a deep breath. This was someone who didn't like fake answers and pasted smiles.
"I'm hanging in there today..."
I leaned forward to give him a hug, but to my surprise he stepped back. I looked up as he placed a hang on my shoulder and looked me square in the eye.
"Anna, you are more than a conquerer through Jesus Christ... I want to you know, God loves you. And it's going to be more than ok, because of His plan for you."
Tears slipped out and I managed a slight nod.
He gave me a hug, squeezed my hand and walked away. I went back behind the set piece to let the tears fall a little faster before I had to join my team and work a show.
I will replay those words for the rest of my life.
And the way in which they were spoken - with conviction, power and love.
How did he know..?
He didn't. But Jesus knew what my heart needed.
And my friend was faithful to obey.
How did he know..?
He didn't. But Jesus knew what my heart needed.
And my friend was faithful to obey.
Never, never underestimate the power of scripture spoken through the Holy Spirit's leading.
Nor the contribution of a full and epic salt and pepper beard - it adds a little extra.
