Minute Message  : Second Chance

Publication date: Saturday, 1/25/97



        It is always an unsettling experience to move to a new

part of the country. Leaving behind old friends, wondering if you

can find new ones. For some it is an opportunity for a new start.

For one couple it was a painful move. The circumstances that

prompted them to leave was extremely difficult. They moved from a

metropolitan area to a small rural community.



        Some difficulties arose in their first few months. They

struggled with damaged emotions, and a shortage of funds due to a

large cut in pay that made the meeting of obligations almost

impossible. They were determined to see it through no matter

what the consequences.



        Eventually the hurts were healed, but their credit was

poor. The need for another car prompted the husband to look for

someone who would take a chance on them. Though it appeared

hopeless, he finally found someone who would listen and gave them

a second chance.



        "Second chance"... we need people who will give others a

second chance. At home, work, or wherever relationships are 

found. After all, that's the kind of person God is - A God of

second chance.







Norman Russell

2761 Broadway

North Bend, Oregon USA  97459