For years I was ashamed of the condition of my bible. It is a Ref. study bible just a hardcover bible, but six years ago, I was in a sort of homeless situation and this bible was put away in a hot damp location and got pretty mildewed and rotten looking. I was in Mexico for a few months and in transition for close to a year. When I found my current church, I had unearthed this particular bible and was embarrassed by it but had no money so I put it in a sack to bring to church. Now, I have come to appreciate its tattered appearance for it is a reminder to me of where I have been and where the Lord has taken me. Soon, I could be in a position to replace it but now I am not so sure that I want to for it is good for me to remember what the Lord has done for me, where I have been and where He has taken me.

The Chestnut Mare