As we were lunching in the overcrowded foodcourt at Forest Hill Chase, a couple came and sat beside us at our table. After exchanging pleasantries, we continued on with our own lunches. Toward the end of the meal, the asian lady turned to Dabak and inquired as to where she was originally from. Upon hearing she was from Malaysia, we discovered just how small the world in which we live really is. Turns out the lady was Dabak's secondary school english teacher (Years 9-11) when she studied in Kuala Lumpur.
This unexpected 'surprise encounter' was a real boost to both parties ~ a teacher who was thrilled to know that her former student had made a success of her life, and a former student who, recognizing her teacher's voice, was amazed that she was (i) identified and (ii) reacquainted with a person who inspired her to be the best she could be during her formative years.
Christmas is a time of 'unexpected, surprise encounters' of God's love. The personal challenge is to be ready to receive the blessings as they arise and make the most of our faith-inspired lives.
