In an attempt to get back into more regular blogging I thought I'd share a recent testimony.
Last month whilst out at the ranch I noticed that one of the older horses in a field opposite mine was in a very bad way. I contacted the owners, who contacted the vet and then came as quickly as they could. I stayed to help deal with the whole situation. Unfortunately the horse had to be put to sleep which was clearly extremely upsetting for the owners.
Dealing with the whole situation was very hard for me, once I had contacted the owners I wasn't sure whether to stay or go. It was a Sunday morning and I was supposed to be leading children's work at church; I didn't really know the owners of the horse and didn't know what they would want; and I was fighting back the tears myself. I had phoned a friend who knew the owners to get their phone number, she later phoned back to check everything was alright; when I explained the situation to my friend she encouraged me to stay and help. She said despite all the other things I had on that morning she felt it was important for me to stay and help. I made necessary phone calls so that I could stay and then waited for the owners and vet to arrive. Although it was very uncomfortable I was able to help the owners and the vet in dealing with the situation. I really believe God spoke through my friend in her advising me to stay.
Although an unpleasant situation it opened a way for us to build a relationship. Their grandchildren have since ridden my pony and in return he brought his tractor over and topped my field for me. They have said any time I need my field topping or harrowing they are happy to do it at no charge. Praise God for His provision!
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