Praying for Ice Cream...

Yesterday Katey went to a friend’s house for dinner. It was nearly 7:00 pm when Chris headed out to walk over and pick her up. It was well after dark and just before they left, we realized we were out of water. That meant that while Chris was out he would need to walk to the nearest store and heft a 5 gallon jug home on his shoulder. Jeffrey had completed his homework and wanted to go with his dad and see if he could be of any help. That meant that Wesley and I were home alone. We were both sitting on my bed reading and studying when Wesley said, “you know what sounds so good?” I looked up and saw a longing look on his face. “Ice cream” he said as if he were savoring fond memories of it. Ice cream had been a daily treat after dinner for our family when we were in the United States. However, here ice cream cost about $7.00 per gallon and is a real rarity for us. We both giggled at the thought of how much we missed it and were craving it. Wesley’s eyes flickered “Shall we pray for it?” I wasn’t sure what to say at first, knowing our budget, Chris’ frugality and the fact that nobody really “needs” ice cream. However, after some thought and a quick prayer my response came. “Why not? As long as we both agree that God may say no and that its okay with us whatever His answer is.” He agreed, so we prayed right there on my bed that God would move Chris to see and buy ice cream while he was at the store. About 30 minutes later we heard Chris, Jeffrey and Katey at the gate. Chris had the jug of water up on his shoulders and Jeffrey was carrying a bag. “Did you guys get anything good?” Wesley asked, hopefully. A big smile came across Jeffrey’s face and he said “Yep!” With excitement, Wesley pressed him, “Ice cream?” “Yep!”

When Wesley shot a knowing look at me with his face as bright as Christmas we both laughed out loud. Not because it was funny, but because we were happy. It was a wonderful night of ice cream, and thanksgiving!

All of my life I have just had ice cream pretty much when and where I wanted it. Thank You Lord for bringing me and my children to a place that we would need to, and think to ask You, for ice cream! I love You!