Reg's Emmaus Walk

“And behold, to of them [Christ’s disciples] were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem. And they were conversing with each other about all these things which had taken place. And it came about that while they were conversing and discussing, Jesus Himself approached, and began travelling with them. But their eyes were prevented from recognising Him.” Luke 24:13-16

On 5 September 2002, Reg, a great friend of mine and long-time Christian went on his Emmaus Walk. An Emmaus Walk is a three-day retreat designed to renew Christian disciples. I was asked to write something for his time there and I wrote a special version of Psalm 139 for him. Here is part of it:

“The Lord searched me; and knowing me, He selected you to be there so many times.

“He knew when I’d come there and when I would need extra encouragement. He understands how much I need someone to discuss things with and sometimes take long walks with.

“Because He knows me so well, He works to protect me from my own sinful foolishness with His hand-picked-for-me friends. This thought – just imagining how much He can love me, nearly breaks my heart.”

You may be a friend like that too and I know Reg always will be to me.

Stay near God's Word. Take care. Your servant & friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: Prayer Requests: Adrian’s uncle was released from the hospital. Lyle’s brother recovering from cancer (fell 40 feet off a balcony) needs prayer to heal from broken pelvis, leg, shoulder, elbow. David’s and Randy’s doctors. Gregg who must sell his home in the UK. Paul started his new job this week. And my need.