The last time I flew, I packed as much of my belongings as I could into the two carry ons and two free checked bags that were allowed because I was relocating to Maryland for work. I was nervous about moving roughly 2500 miles away from my home, but I was on my way.
I arrived at BWI to a nice welcome from a good friend and one of my two checked bags. An airline I won't name lost my luggage. That bag had all of my essentials in life in it. You can see my major frustration, I am an experienced traveler. I know how to get my possessions and myself to and fro, but that voyage was the exception and, honestly, had me shaken a little bit.
This past Sunday during our weekly prayer, I confessed to my best friend that I was a little nervous about traveling home this week. I've never traveled during Thanksgiving. I know it's the busiest time of year to travel and I had recently had a valuable bag lost while traveling. We prayed for comfort and provision while I travel home, and I tried not to think any more of it.
Well as I was waiting for my flight home to board, the employees at the ticket counter gave me a new ticket with my flight seat assignment. Then I got in line while it was winding down and the gentlemen came over to me again, took my ticket back to "see if he can give me a better seat." Confusion. I had my headphones in and I had to double check what he was doing. Mind you, I have my backpack, a carry-on tote, and my purse, which is like luggage on its own. I was just trying to slip by without having to check anything because I didn't want to go through that possible headache and he was trying to switch around my seats.
I'm trying to look cool but I was about to start sweating. He came back and handed me a ticket. I looked at it and all I saw was a big FIRST. Wait, what? Is this really happening to me?? I couldn't even tell them how that made me feel but they pointed out my huge smile and the glistening in my eyes. FIRST CLASS BABY!
I thanked them sincerely and stood at the end of the line in disbelief. God is good.
There I sat in the first row of the airplane. I can say that I got those confused glances from my fellow first class patrons but it's ok if they didn't know why I was up there or who I am. I know who my father is and I belonged here. His provision and his grace have covered me. Not only did I land with all my belongings in tact, but I flew in comfort. The foot room is crazy! Lol
Look at the breakfast they served!! This reminds me why I fly with American Airlines (shameless promotion!) and why I worship Him with every fiber of who I am. I will be provided for in everything. Even in those times when I'm trying to sneak by with my three bags, God still works things out in my favor. Anything I try to do or contrive will always be trumped by God.
I love you lord. I know you love me.
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!
Today I am grateful for answered prayers.
♥ Britt T
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