33 - Drugs...

“Great,” Isabella shouted.  “It’s the church next to the helping place for people who didn’t say no to drugs.  We quit going a long time ago, when mommy was sad all the time, but now, she’s happy.” ​

Romans 6:23, “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (ESV)

She looked at him and said, “Kids this is Mr. Carlos.”  They said, “Hi Mr. Carlos.”  She said, “Introduce yourselves.”

Her young runner spoke first, “My name is Diego.”  Her daughter said, “My name is Isabella.”  Her oldest said, “I’m Juan.”

Carlos was floored. However, to keep things from being too awkward, he told them all, “It’s nice to meet you.”  The kids began eating and Selena began to hold small talk with him.  After a while, Isabella said, “Mommy.”

Selena said, “Yes baby.”

Isabella asked, “Do you think Mr. Carlos wants to start going back to church like us too?”  Selena awkwardly laughed, “Well, baby Mr. Carlos maybe busy.”  Isabella asked Carlos, “Are you being busy Mr. Carlos?”  He laughed as well, “I’m not being too busy.”

“Great,” Isabella shouted.  “It’s the church next to the helping place for people who didn’t say no to drugs.  We quit going a long time ago, when mommy was sad all the time, but now, she’s happy.” 

Selena mildly, but sternly said, “Okay Isabella.  Eat your food.”

Almost immediately it dawned on Carlos; he was blown away.  Was this really happening? 

Nervously he asked, “What’s the name of the church?”  She said, “It’s the Mission St. Church of Christ.”  She passed him a promo card and said, “Guess you’re Isabella’s One-for-The-Son.”  She went on to say, “Actually, you’re the reason why I’m going back.  Your conversation really helped me.  I guess now I should take a selfie with you and sign your envelope card.” 

​Carlos smiled, and nervously pulled out the address his professor gave him …

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