Hearts at Grace Doorsteps by Elle H. Raye

Author:Elle H. Raye
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Christian, Romance, Small town, Texas, Young Love
Publisher: Elle H. Raye
Published: 2023-07-01T00:00:00+00:00

~ Chapter Seven ~

Assisting Eli with the youth the previous night at church gave Roland a sense of value—something he hadn’t felt in such a long time. Since the day he gave his heart to Jesus, he was secure in knowing fully well his steps were directed, and tonight in the session with the boys was proof enough for him. Before Roland had entered the room with a dozen or so young men, he offered a silent prayer not to say anything to discourage but speak so they’d understand.

And he did just that.

Each young man was given the opportunity to ask questions or join in the lesson. Roland added his perspective on a few comments to aid two boys in understanding part of the passage Eli taught, and to his amazement, his input was encouraging to the boys. Just as he hoped.

Could I teach? I never saw myself as a teacher. Is this my new beginning? Roland rubbed his forehead. He smiled to himself, but then his past etched itself across his mind, and the smile surrendered to a frown. The hope of a new start dangled before him like a carrot enticing a mule to step forward. With the humiliation of a dishonorable discharge, then when released from the military prison, he’d wandered aimlessly across the country searching for answers—answers he knew wouldn’t be made known soon. But now, hope sprung within him of a fresh start, even though it was in his hometown.

At an early age, he’d resolved to let the Lord lead him in every circumstance. After leaving home with a knee-jerk reaction, he logged many miles on his feet and heart. One thing was sure: he was led back to his childhood home, so he must do his part after the endless nudge he received the last several months. And today, here he was in his hometown, about to start fresh. When the timing was right, everything would be revealed. For now, he enjoyed the comforts of the soft bed, warm shelter, and hot meals—all thanks to Eli and Cheryl.

Roland thumbed the pages of his Bible. It fell open to Philippians four, and his gaze pinned on the marked passage in verse nineteen, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.”

He lowered onto his knees and bowed his head. “I can’t ask for anything more than what You’ve shown and provided me since setting me on this path. Please continue to do so. I hold steadfast to Your Word and teachings. Thank You, Father. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Roland glanced at the clock above the microwave. Would he have money to buy food to stock the mini-fridge? He didn’t want to continue to eat at his host’s house. Their benevolence was overwhelming with just a place to live. Pulling the jacket off the peg, he shrugged it on, withdrew a toboggan from the pocket, and dragged it down over his ears. The barber did a good enough

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