Fire in our hearts - Jesus Army

FIRE IN OUR HEARTS
AWAKE O ZION!
Taunton. Things seemed good. However, his sensitive nature
was stifled by ambition. Christian duties, a young family, and
the strain of work were taking their toll and the doctor put
him on tranquillisers.
Victor sought God afresh and decided to make a clean break.
Northampton was a growing town and the Development Corporation
was advertising for landscape architects. God gave
him a positive nudge and a well-known charismatic leader
suggested he check out a lively little church called Bugbrooke.
It was a cold February night when he turned out in a suit
for the mid-week meeting. He just reached the top of the
chapel lounge stairs when Noel greeted him warmly. Their
eyes met. ‘Whoops!’ thought Victor, ‘He can see right through
me.’ Somewhat unnerved, he looked around. Before him was
a group of hairy hippies. Victor groaned inside as a heavylooking
biker caught his eye and walked over. Victor froze.
‘Well, this is it!’ he thought.
‘Bless you, bro! It’s great to see you!’ Kelly gave him a warm
hug and Victor relaxed. They talked a while and then the meeting
took off. A brother prophesied powerfully and Victor was
a bit awe-struck. Then Noel spoke on eldership and how it
was a lifelong commitment to the church.
‘Just as well I’m not an elder,’ Victor thought.
He stayed with a couple in the fellowship for a few months
and travelled home at weekends.
Noel chatted to him one evening. ‘I’ll look forward to seeing
you at the elders’ and deacons’ meeting next Monday.’
‘Help!’ thought Victor.
He often went home to Sheila with interesting stories.
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