Conviction
The radish story

Joyce Schwab

I praise the Lord that He has given us the Holy Spirit to teach us God's lessons. The following happened to me shortly after I had accepted Jesus as my Lord and Saviour, at age 58, over 20 years ago.

I supposed it was just a habit. I had done it for years. I would get a buggy from the front of the grocery store, and off I would go to the produce section--straight to the radishes. I would nip off a radish and pop it into my mouth. Radishes are so good!

That wee voice that I was beginning to recognize said, "Joyce, you're stealing."

I could feel all of me "bristling". I was filled with indignation. My mind argued, "This was stealing? A radish? How ridiculous! It's all so insignificant."

I was about to sample another radish when God spoke again: "Why didn't you choose to sample the big bunch of radishes in your buggy that you're buying for your family?"

I knew that I was guilty, and my tears flowed. The Creator of the world was within me, teaching me and caring for me. I continued to weep with thanksgiving and awe, and I fell in love with Jesus a little bit more.

Joyce Schwab lives in Abbotsford, B.C., where she attends Northview Community Church.

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