Wow, isn't it great when God speaks through others and you know he's there for you. This past weekend our church had a guest minister, and at the first part of the service he seemed really dry and boring. But when he got to the sermon he started by quoting from one of my wife's favorite books (I and Thou by Martin Buber), and then went on to talk about connections with others, and how spiritual connections can be tested.
He then went on to talk about how spiritual connections are not just with other people, but how you can feel them when you look into the eyes of a pet and feel that special bond. This was 3 days after looking into my dogs eyes for the last time before the Vet put him to sleep, and his eyes just seemed to say "It's OK". As the minister was talking about bonds with pets, he was looking directly at me.
