Strangers & Blessings

For those of you who are not aware, I work in the Alumni House at the University of Indianapolis. I call Alumni to update their information, to update them on events on campus, and to ask for a gift to the University. Tonight something happened that will forever hold a place in my heart, and I have to share it with others.

Yesterday, October 23, I called an Alumni, and his wife answered. She asked me to call back another day because her husband was busy at the moment. I made a note of it and called him back tonight, October 24. This time when I called, the wife answered and told me that her husband had JUST walked out the door and would be back in an hour or so. So, I made a note to call him back after 7 pm. I ended up calling him back around 8 pm, because time got away from me. Anyway, this time when I called, he was home and ready to talk! I updated his information, we talked about the University, and after I confirmed his gift he asked me if he could ask me a question. Of course I said yes. It's my job to answer any questions Alumni may have about me, the university, etc. He asked me if I had one prayer request, what would it be? As I took a moment to think about how I should respond, I realized how many prayer requests I actually have. But, I had to narrow it to just one. I responded by telling him that I would appreciate him praying for my education and my career goals. That what I am studying is where I need to be so I can reach and touch the lives of hundreds of children. The Alumni then asked me if he could PRAY for me right then and there. I nearly broke into tears. I have never had someone ask to pray over me. Especially a stranger who I was just begging money from. He told me that my job is difficult and many people don't want to talk to me, let alone donate, but I am persistent and very friendly. He wished me well and we ended the call.

I am so so so thankful to have this opportunity. I know that God has a plan for me and I feel as though I am following it pretty well. He brings people into your life for a reason, and I KNOW that I was meant to call this man tonight. I know that he will continue to pray for me and my education/career path. God is so good. I can't express in words how thankful I am to have this job and opportunity to further my education. I can't wait to see how God works in my life throughout this school year and the rest of my life. 

Strangers are such a blessing.