A Woman of Faith - Melissa Henderson

Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke, and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 2 Timothy 4:2 NIV

After boarding the airplane, my husband and I searched for our seats. Passing the first class section and the people already waiting, we read the letters and numbers until we found our spots. There were three seats on our row. We had chosen the window and middle areas. As we settled and buckled our seatbelts, a woman arrived and sat next to me. We exchanged smiles. After a few minutes had passed, she spoke. “You must be a woman of faith.” Her words surprised me. How did she know?

I smiled and said, “Yes, but how did you know?” 

She pointed to my pink carry-on bag, which displayed the word FAITH in bold, embroidered letters. We both chuckled and began a wonderful conversation about God.

The woman and I shared our experiences of travel, family life, and prayer. As we waited for the flight attendant to provide instructions on the exit doors and other vital information, we continued to share about God's goodness.

Although our travel plans would take us to different states, for that brief time together on the plane, we found joy in discussing common interests and plans for the future. We never exchanged names or contact information. My husband gazed out the window and watched the clouds. I shared fellowship with a stranger who was also a woman of faith.

God knew his plan for that day. Perhaps someone across the aisle, or in front of us, or behind us, heard our conversation. Maybe that was the day someone became closer to God by hearing us share about our faith. We’ll never know why he placed two women of faith beside each other on that plane ride. But God knows.

Consider ways to share God's love so that others can have a relationship with Him. 

Melissa Henderson is an award-winning author who writes inspirational messages, sometimes humming with humor. She has authored Licky the Lizard and Grumpy the Gator. She is a contributor to many publications. Melissa is an elder, deacon, and Stephen Minister. Follow Melissa on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Goodreads, Bookbub, YouTube, LinkedIn, and at http://www.melissaghenderson.com.

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