29/04/2020
series 1
Two friends were discussing and reviewing recent events in the country while returning from a function in the night.
Suddenly, someone they didn't know joined them.
The stranger inquired to know the topic of their discussion.
One of the friend named Cleopas answered the stranger..."hmmm, you must be the only person in this country, who hasn't heard about all the things that has happened these past few days."
The stranger asked again, "what things?"
"The things that happened to the man from Nazareth", he answered.
They told the stranger a little they knew of the man from Nazareth and everything that had happened recently to him.
The stranger listened attentively to them.
It was now his turn to say something.
The stranger started from what they knew to what they didn't Know.
He gave them a detailed "gist" about the man from Nazareth.
He cited historical references to support his gist and talked as if he knew the man very well.
This discussion lasted for quite sometime.
They got to the junction where they were suppose to part.
"Please Sir, spend the night with us", the friends begged the stranger.
The stranger hesitated for some minutes and then joined them.
When they got home, they offered the stranger food.
Sir, please pray for the food.
Immediately, the stranger prayed for the food Gbam!!! Their eyes were opened and they recognised the stranger.
Something to ponder.
1) The friends were discussing something that was pleasing to the ears of the stranger. Try to discuss something meaningful when you are around friends. If you have a friend that says "rubbish" when you are with him/her, try and reorient him/her.
2) They thought they had a full knowledge about the stranger, but they didn't. Try to get correct and full knowledge on issue. Don't be an agent of fake news.
3) The stranger gave them correct orientation about Himself. You can correct wrong impression, people have about you, by explaining to them the reasons for your action.
4) Their reaction and attitude towards the man influenced his response and attention he gave to them. Try to be civil towards everyone you meet. Don't look down on anyone.
5) The friends were hospitable. Try this and you will reap the fruits someday.
Improve yourself in this lockdown and change your view.
love you and there is nothing, you can do about it.