Nina’s Big Adventure

When Audrey and I left for rehab today, Nina, our precious Dachshund, slipped out of the house without us noticing. The entire time we were gone, over 4 hours, Nina was outside and exposed to running away, being stolen, hit by a car, etc. She probably spent the whole time chasing lizards and squirrels. When we came home we realized Nina had been left outside. Audrey went into panic mode and began a desperate search outside. I began to pray, explaining to Jesus; I needed the little dog and asking Him to please not take her from us. A selfish prayer, agreed; especially given all the human suffering I am aware of these days. But Jesus loves me and he is my savior and my friend. Faced with a disaster or dilemma, my first reaction is to call on Him for help. Just as I finished my prayer, Audrey came in the house and announced Nina was trotting up the driveway. I did not feel relieved or that I was lucky that Nina was OK and not lost, rather I felt loved by Christ for He had given my insignificant dog back to me and He loved me so much that He had protected her for all the hours we were gone. It dawned on me, that this is what it is like to have Jesus Christ as a part of your life. Always there to call on. Always helping and loving you. If this makes me foolish in your view, then consider me blessed to be so foolish.