It was just supposed to a be a normal follow up call. I had received a request card from a man who was looking for some marriage counseling. I didn't have a chance to get back to the man as quickly as I would have liked. I had received the card during our busiest time of small group sign up and time was tight. So after life had slowed down a little and I was following up on past due items I called this man.
Me: Hello, Mr. Doe? This is Pastor Scott. The reason I called was that I was just following up on a request for marriage counseling. I apologize for not getting to you sooner. How can I help you?
Him: Honestly sir, I don't think we need it right now.
Me: (Instantly my mind went to the worst case scenario, and my heart sank) Is everything OK?
Him: Oh yes! You see, we joined a small group recently and since then my wife and I have started reading a devotional and praying together and we are doing great! We may need something later on, but for right now we are doing well.
Me: That is awesome. Praise God! God Bless you my friend and call us back if you need us.
The conversation ended.
I hung up the phone, my heart light and my head in the clouds. I may some day have to meet with this couple, but because of their openness about their marriage, it is more likely they will find encouragement, discipleship and support through their small group where they share life. AMEN!
