Is it possible for the Holy Spirit to work overtime in a person’s heart? That sounds like very strange theology. I am fearful that my theology professors are going to cringe at such a suggestion. I am sure they will get over it. They have always known I am a bit crazy. I remain convinced the Holy Spirit is working overtime in my life right now.

There are too many things taking place to chalk it off to a strange set of coincidences. I have been overwhelmed recently with the right people coming into my life at the right time. Several important conversations and interchanges with people in the past few days are evidence that the Holy Spirit is at work, in all of His mystery. I received a revelation from a close friend regarding family priorities that was very helpful. She shared a comment one of my boys made that was stinging. It was not a pleasant revelation by any means, but I needed to hear it. And then I had an intense phone conversation with a longtime dear friend. It was pretty painful too. There are things going on in that individual’s life that are gut wrenching. I got off the phone shell shocked and full of pain. But then I thought about the nature of friendship. God gives us each other, so we can be supportive of one another during such times. I felt blessed to be able to share that person’s journey. God was at the center of that conversation. I can’t imagine facing traumatic issues in life without other believers who love me. And then I joined a long time friend at Starbucks for a coffee this afternoon. Another conversation where God was at the center. It was great. The Holy Spirit is working overtime on my heart. During each of these recent interchanges, my heart was softened and I was emboldened to press on forcefully in serving God. I am so thankful that the Holy Spirit is not only active, but sometimes He even works overtime, when He knows we really need it!