A few years ago, I was in a minor auto accident. It was no big deal. Some kid pulled out of a parking lot and broadsided me. We were both probable only going 20 MPH and neither of us were hurt.
What was so unusual about the accident was the way that I responded. Instead of being angry, or upset or even annoyed, I was filled with love and compassion and forgiveness, the kind of stuff that comes from God.
Clearly he was at fault so he was all apologetic about the accident. I told him not to worry about it. After all, neither of us were injured.
I am sure the cop must have thought my reaction to be very strange as first, but when he commented on my Calvin Alumni sticker on my windshield, I am sure that it all made sense.
Once the cop finished the paper work, he told us we could leave. We both shook hands and went our separate ways. I never knew the name of the cop or the other guy but I am sure that every one involved will always remember that accident.
It still brings warm feelings to my heart. In a world filled with so much hate and pain, I got to show God’s love to a total stranger.
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