Not Ashamed Of The Gospel
Another Look At The Word And The Sacraments
Grace said, "No, sorry, I can't make it," to Mary Anderson's invitation to come to her house for coffee. When Mary asked a third time, Grace felt that she could not put it off again. It just wasn't polite. I can always get up and leave, she thought.
"Glad you could make it," a cheery Mary said at the door. "It's been a couple of weeks since we last talked. I'm happy you could come."
After some small talk, Mary said, "How's your life going these days?"
That question surprised Grace. She expected a lecture. Mary seemed genuinely interested in her.