One Man's Calling
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Comment from eliz100
This is another excellent chapter. My Aunt Ida used to say, "God works in mysterious ways."This chapter makes me see that "God works in mysterious ways."I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed way.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2023
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This is another excellent chapter. My Aunt Ida used to say, "God works in mysterious ways."This chapter makes me see that "God works in mysterious ways."I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed way.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2023
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Thank you for your kind review.
Comment from BethShelby
It looks like the Lord is using him on the ship already. It didn't take long for the job of chaplain to be added to his other duties. I'm continued to be interested in what may happen next to Betn.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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It looks like the Lord is using him on the ship already. It didn't take long for the job of chaplain to be added to his other duties. I'm continued to be interested in what may happen next to Betn.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Thank you so much for your great review. And for the six stars!
Comment from Jay Squires
You caught the rhythm of an angry sea with your writing, Wayne. You conveyed the pitch and yaw of the ship even while the captain was making Ben a Chaplin.
"It was like running on the backs of buffalo - with hundred-mile-an-hour winds trying to throw you under their stampeding hooves." [STUNNING!]
Jay
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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You caught the rhythm of an angry sea with your writing, Wayne. You conveyed the pitch and yaw of the ship even while the captain was making Ben a Chaplin.
"It was like running on the backs of buffalo - with hundred-mile-an-hour winds trying to throw you under their stampeding hooves." [STUNNING!]
Jay
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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Thank you for your great review.
And for the six stars!
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
Ben, up in the rigging during a storm, must have been terrified. That would be a hard place to trust in God, but somehow he did. Being promoted was helpful, but having the right words to help the sailors have faith was the most important thing he did.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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Ben, up in the rigging during a storm, must have been terrified. That would be a hard place to trust in God, but somehow he did. Being promoted was helpful, but having the right words to help the sailors have faith was the most important thing he did.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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Thank you. I appreciate your very kind review.
Comment from lyenochka
Wow, now that is some mission! I don't know about being enslaved by pirates but it seems that Ben is fully capable of using a bad situation to preach the Good News through God orchestrating everything!
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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Wow, now that is some mission! I don't know about being enslaved by pirates but it seems that Ben is fully capable of using a bad situation to preach the Good News through God orchestrating everything!
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2023
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Thank you.
Yes, I wish I was Ben.
Comment from Jim Wile
This was an interesting chapter. The storm with all its potential dangers was excitingly written.
Ben hasn't quite figured out yet what his purpose is in this situation. Perhaps it's nothing more than to be the chaplain and try to bring some comfort to these miserable sailors, especially the slaves like himself, but I have a feeling it will be more than that.
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You had Ben ask Hans twice why the sails were set at night. It seems like the second time wasn't necessary.
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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This was an interesting chapter. The storm with all its potential dangers was excitingly written.
Ben hasn't quite figured out yet what his purpose is in this situation. Perhaps it's nothing more than to be the chaplain and try to bring some comfort to these miserable sailors, especially the slaves like himself, but I have a feeling it will be more than that.
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You had Ben ask Hans twice why the sails were set at night. It seems like the second time wasn't necessary.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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smiley face here - more to come.
Thank you for your kind support.
I thought about that 2nd ask when I reread it just before posting. I need to edit it again. Thank you.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
I love the parallel between the harshness of the storm and the calmness and hope that God's word brings to the survivals, because is not your will but His that puts you on the path. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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I love the parallel between the harshness of the storm and the calmness and hope that God's word brings to the survivals, because is not your will but His that puts you on the path. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Thank you. I appreciate your review.
And thank you immensely for the six stars!
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Wayne, I think I'm missing something again. Ben has obviously now been taken captive and is heroically being strengthened by his faith during that quite nightmarish experience of single-handedly bringing the sails down. Despite the challenges from the crew, he has commanded their respect by his succinct and welcome prayer as their new chaplain. Love the humour attached to the captain's pronunciation of OS! Your writing skills are excellent here, Wayne, as you convey yet another scene of intense drama and faith-inspired message. Well done! Debbie
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Wayne, I think I'm missing something again. Ben has obviously now been taken captive and is heroically being strengthened by his faith during that quite nightmarish experience of single-handedly bringing the sails down. Despite the challenges from the crew, he has commanded their respect by his succinct and welcome prayer as their new chaplain. Love the humour attached to the captain's pronunciation of OS! Your writing skills are excellent here, Wayne, as you convey yet another scene of intense drama and faith-inspired message. Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Thank you for your great review.
Ben has been shanghaied and continues to work toward satisfying his calling.
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I should have said - your 'range of' writing skills ..
Comment from royowen
Ahh we were only talking about Balaam's donkey being able to speak as the Holy Spirit used that donkey reminds me of me, Lord if you can speak through a donkey, I must be easy for you to use me! The movements of our man of God Ben, is amazing, and a good witness for me personally, beautifully written, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Ahh we were only talking about Balaam's donkey being able to speak as the Holy Spirit used that donkey reminds me of me, Lord if you can speak through a donkey, I must be easy for you to use me! The movements of our man of God Ben, is amazing, and a good witness for me personally, beautifully written, blessings Roy
Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Thank you. I appreciate your review.
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Most welcome
Comment from Wendy G
Ben's sermon topic was an excellent choice, and it is good that they will all be looking to him for spiritual guidance, and they will be watching to see that his life supports his words. Nicely written. Wendy
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reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Ben's sermon topic was an excellent choice, and it is good that they will all be looking to him for spiritual guidance, and they will be watching to see that his life supports his words. Nicely written. Wendy
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Comment Written 14-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023
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Thank you.I always appreciate your reviews.