E-T-E-R-N-A-L - I-N-K written by Pastor Craig F. Pitts of Chatham, Ontario, Canada

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I dreamed I was in heaven, where an angel kept God's book. He was writing so intently, I just had to take a look. It was not at first his writing, that made me stop and think, but the fluid in the bottle, that was marked eternal ink. This ink was most amazing, dark black upon his blotter, but as it touched the parchment, It became as clear as water. The angel kept on writing, but as quickly as a wink, the words were disappearing with that strange eternal ink. The angel took no notice, but kept writing on and on, he turned each page and filled it, till all its space was gone. I thought he wrote to no avail, his efforts were so vain, for he wrote a thousand pages, that he'd never read again. And as I watched and wondered that this awesome sight was mine, I actually saw a word stay black as it dried upon the line. The angel wrote and I thought I saw a look of satisfaction, At last he had some print to show for all his earnest action. A line or two dried dark and stayed as black as black can be, but strangely the next paragraph became invisible to see. The book was getting fuller, the angel's records true, but most of it was blank, with just a few words coming through. I knew there was some reason, but as hard as I could think, I couldn't grasp the significance of that eternal ink. The mystery burned within me, and I finally dared to ask, the angel to explain to me of his amazing task. And what I heard was frightful, as the angel turned his head, he looked directly at me, and this is what he said... I know you stand and wonder at what my writing's worth, but God has told me to record the lives of those on earth. The book that I am filling is an accurate account, of every word and action and to what they do amount. And since you have been watching, I must tell you what is true, the details of my journal, are the strict accounts of YOU. The Lord asked me to watch you as each day you worked and played, I saw you as you went to church, I saw you as you prayed. But I was told to document your life through all the week, I wrote when you were proud and bold, I wrote when you were meek. I recorded all your attitudes, whether they were good or bad, I was sorry that I had to write, the things that make God sad. So now I'll tell the wonder of this eternal ink, for the reason for its mystery, should make you stop and think. This ink that God created to help me keep my journal, will only keep a record of things that are eternal. So much of life is wasted, on things that matter not, so instead of my erasing, smudging ink and ugly blot, I just keep writing faithfully and let the ink do all the rest, for it is able to decide, what's useless and what's best. And God ordained, that as I write of all you do and say, your deeds that count for nothing will just disappear away. When books are opened someday, as sure as heaven is true, The Lord's eternal ink will tell what mattered most to you. If you just lived to please yourself, the pages will be bare, and God will issue no reward for you, when you get there. In fact, you'll be embarrassed, you will hang your head in shame, because you did not give yourself, In love to Jesus' Name. Yet, maybe there will be a few recorded lines that stayed, that showed the times you truly cared, sincerely loved, and prayed. But you will always wonder as you enter heaven's door, how much more glad you would have been If only you'd done more. For I record as God sees, I don't stop to even think, because the truth is written with God's eternal ink. When I heard the angel's story, I fell down and wept and cried, for as yet I still was dreaming, I hadn't really died. And I said: O angel, tell the Lord that soon as I awake, I'll live my life for Jesus, I'll do all for His dear sake. I'll give in full surrender, I'll do all He wants me to, I'll turn my back on self and sin and whatever isn't true. And though the way seems long and rough, I promise to endure, I'm determined to pursue the things that are holy, clean and pure. With Jesus as my helper, I will win lost souls to Thee, for I know that they will live with Christ for all eternity. And that's what really matters when my life on earth is gone, that I will stand before the Lord, and hear Him say, well done. For is it really worth it? as my life lies at the brink? and I realize that God keeps books with His eternal ink. Should all my life be focused on things that turn to dust? from this point on, I'll serve the Lord, I can, I will, I must! I will NOT send blank pages up to God's majestic throne, for where that record is going now is my eternal home. I'm giving all to Jesus, I now have seen the link, for I saw an angel write my life, with God's eternal ink.

The Blessing The man whispered, "God, speak to me." And a meadowlark sang. But the man did not hear. So the man yelled, "God, speak to me!" And the thunder rolled across the sky. But the man did not listen. The man looked around and said, "God, let me see you." And a star shined brightly. But the man did not notice. And the man shouted, "God, show me a miracle!" And a life was born. But the man did not know. So, the man cried out in despair, "Touch me God, and let me know You are here!" Whereupon God reached down and touched the man. But the man brushed the butterfly away and walked on. Don't miss out on the blessing because it isn't packaged the way that you expect. author unknown

here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods. On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom) -- "Do not turn upside down." (well...duh, a bit late, huh!) ========================== On Sainsbury's peanuts -- "Warning: contains nuts." (talk about a news flash) =========================== On Boot's Children Cough Medicine -- "Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication." (We could do a lot to reduce the rate of construction accidents if we could just get those 5 year-olds with head-colds off those bulldozers.) ========================== On Marks &Spencer Bread Pudding -- "Product will be hot after heating." (...and you thought????...) ======================= On a Sears hairdryer -- Do not use while sleeping. (That's the only time I have to work on my hair.) ==================================== On a bag of Fritos -- You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. (the shoplifter special?) =========================== On a bar of Dial soap -- "Directions: Use like regular soap." (and that would be???....) ============================ On some Swanson frozen dinners -- "Serving suggestion: Defrost." (but, it's just a suggestion.) ======================== On packaging for a Rowenta iron -- "Do not iron clothes on body." (but wouldn't this save me time?) ============================== On Nytol Sleep Aid -- "Warning: May cause drowsiness." (..I'm taking this because???....) ============================== On most brands of Christmas lights -- "For indoor or outdoor use only." (as opposed to what?) ========================== On a Japanese food processor -- "Not to be used for the other use." (now, somebody out there, help me on this. I'm a bit curious.) ============================== On an American Airlines packet of nuts -- "Instructions: Open packet, eat nuts." (Step 3: say what?) =========================== On a child's Superman costume -- "Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly." (I don't blame the company. I blame the parents for this one.) ======================== On a Swedish chainsaw -- "Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals." (Oh my God..was there a lot of this happening somewhere?) =========================== Now that you've smiled at least once, it's your turn to spread the stupidity to someone you want to bring a smile to (maybe even chuckle)... =============================

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