Don't leave it until it's too late!

Have you ever thought it strange that so often marriage partners have strongly contrasting views on certain issues? Only yesterday I was talking with two ladies who were relating the different perspectives they have with their husbands on what items around the house need to be kept ("they are bound to come in handy one day") and what can be disposed of.

My wife, Sue, and I have been married for over 31 years (and still going strong!) But there are certain issues over which we struggle to see eye to eye. One example of this cropped up recently. Our son Chris is getting married in two days time. His fiancee Megan is a lovely girl, and we are thoroughly delighted that they want to commit their lives to each other. Of course, when one's son gets married, one has to make a special effort to buy a suitable outfit. I hate trying things on, and it didn't take me long to find a suit which I liked and fit me ok. Even though the shop assistant thought it might be a little large, I decided that I didn't want to try any more suits on, so bought it!

Perhaps not surprisingly, Sue's outfit has taken a little longer to obtain! One of the differences between Sue and me is that if I have to do something or go somewhere, I like to be there in plenty of time - I hate being late. Sue, on the other hand, is quite happy being a last minute sort of person. As you can imagine, this has caused one or two "discussions" over the years. On this occasion, however, as the wedding drew closer and Sue still had no outfit, even she began to panic.

When it got to 3 days before the wedding and she still hadn't found an outfit, things were getting rather desperate. Friends from church were praying for her, some had offered to lend her an outfit, a couple of friends had brought round hats for Sue to use. Even a friend of our daughter, Steph, had sent round some dresses for Sue to try!

All the prayers were answered yesterday when Sue eventually found a suitable outfit (and what's more, it didn't break the bank!) All she needs now is shoes, hat and bag to go with it!!

On reflection, the big problem with leaving things until the last minute is that you might be in danger of missing the boat. Sometimes it may not be all that important, but on other occasions it might be a matter of life and death. One of the warnings given in the Bible is, "Seek the Lord while he can be found; call on him while he is near". God invites every person into a relationship with him through Jesus Christ. Have you responded yet? Don't leave it until it's too late.