Good Shepherd Church (LCMS)

I love garage sales! Not shopping at them...working at them. Over the past few days we've had a heaping helping of Glenconians, as well as non-residents, to our home for perusal of our wares. While we had some "big-ticket" items that we were trying to sell...we also had some meek crabapples for people to try...and to buy.

I enjoyed explaining that they were manzanitas...muy acido...to some of our Hispanic customers. I also enjoyed the facial contortions of the brave souls who dared to sample.

I met a Mr. Miller among the shoppers. New to town, along with his wife of 55 years. He prefers the church without walls - that we often call the "invisible church." He has provided ministry to those who struggle with alcohol and drugs for many years. God bless Mr. Miller!

We met people who gave US advice...people who bought garage sale items to give to others...people who were bubbly and happy...and people who carried a sadness with them wherever they went.

Still, this was an opportunity to talk with all these varied personalities of our town/area. We played Christian praise songs on the radio, and we gave out Women's Bible Study invitation flyers. We made church-chat a part of our regular conversation, and shared the love of Jesus in our actions and words.

This was an opportunity! I relished it...and jumped at the chances we were given. Thank you, Jesus, for bringing people to us!

Garage sales might not be your thing...but, if you check your attitude at the driveway...you might find people who are ready for something better than good deals.