When I was in college, my parents gave me allowance on Mondays that I needed to budget for the rest of the week. Although the money was usually enough to pay for my tithing, meals, transportation, and other school expenses, there was one particular Friday afternoon when my budget fell short. That experience taught me a lesson I will always remember for the rest of my life. J
I was on my way home that day, joining the crowd of people who were trying to get a public transportation ride during the rush hour. As I reached in my pocket, I became concerned when I saw that the money left for my fare home was lacking 25 centavos.
Many thoughts came to my mind. I considered the possibility of walking home, although it would have taken me hours to do that and I was already very tired. I also thought of talking to the driver and letting him know my situation, although it would have been very embarrassing and I might have been asked to get off. In desperation, it even crossed my mind to just give what I had and see if the driver would say anything about it.
But I’m grateful that at such a young age, I was taught correct principles of honesty and faith. J
Amidst the rushing thoughts and hurrying crowd, I said a sincere prayer in my heart. I asked Heavenly Father to help me know what to do. Seconds after that prayer, I couldn’t believe my eyes and had to suddenly stop walking! There was a shiny 25-centavo coin on the pavement right in front of me!!! J
My heart leaped as I picked it up knowing that a loving Father had heard and answered my prayer almost instantly!! Some would probably say that it was a coincidence, but I think not. From that day on, I knew without a shadow of doubt that our prayers—no matter how insignificant they may seem to us—matter to Him who loves us beyond our comprehension! J
I’ve seen a lot of these modern miracles occur over the years in my life and in the lives of others. I’ve witnessed how people became instruments in making eternal things happen; how simple, heartfelt prayers are heard and answered almost instantly; how individuals are comforted and strengthened to bear the burdens that are placed upon their shoulders! J
Let’s look around us and acknowledge these things! J Because I know from the bottom of my heart, that even in this day and age, miracles still do happen!! J