From the Archives: 2010

Written by Sandy Blevins

When I was first asked to be interviewed, I thought, “Panic”! Then, I decided that this was a good thing. I never want to pass up a chance to brag about my Lord and the good care he has always taken of me.

God has blessed me with a great family, a wonderful church family, good health, and an abundance of energy that I am sure he wants to use in His work.

God’s Protection in My Life

My walk with God has not always been so sure. I was saved when I was thirteen in a little country church here in Ashe County. Since then, I have kept God busy. Looking back, I can see His hand always protecting me even when I stepped out on my own and didn’t listen.

I lead a very sheltered life until I got to college where I was exposed to all the things that interfere with one’s walk with God. But, Praise the Lord, I chose not to drink or do drugs and that left me flying on fresh air when some of my friends weren’t.

Looking back now, I see how it was God who kept me from these things. I could always feel His breath on my shoulder; He was beside me protecting me. I am sure He has wanted to “jump ship” a few times too, but He has never given up on me. That is the one thing that amazes me. Why hasn’t He just squashed me like a bug?

Learning to Listen

Right now, I think God is trying to teach me to listen especially in my prayers. This world is spinning so fast that I am constantly running to and fro. How can he speak to me (my heart) if I am not quiet long enough to hear him?

I love life. I love God. I strive every day to please him. Some days are more successful than others. I am just a worker bee trying to get home and not be bumped from the flight.