Bible needed

I went for my usual coffee with Bev Kilner. I really enjoy her as a friend. She asked me to be one of her surrogate 'mothers' when she delivers her baby at the end of next month. The hospital only allows family to visit in the maternity ward, unless, if you are an ex pat, you have appointed 'family' before the occassion. I have been duly appointed. So now I am expecting my first surrogate grandchild...

On my way home, a lady called to me from the door of one of the shops. When I came in, she sort-of nervously asked me whether I had a New King James Version of the Bible for her. (Not the question that I would have expected.) I told her that I would check, but if I did not have that version, I would bring her a NIV Bible. Who knows... a friendship might develop.

Arthur is very busy preparing his first sermon for the Saints. It will be on Hosea. I am looking forward to hearing it. He has an enthusiasm when talking about the Old Testament that makes it come alive. (When preparing a message, he sometimes uses me as a sounding board)