A Shadow On The Street
Viewing comments for Chapter 7 "God Moves In A Powerful Way"One man's blessing can be another's curse.
13 total reviews
Comment from GWHARGIS
I am loving this book. You have, in Lew, such a warm character. He is humble and true. I like how he now has a "family" . Glad you had him address the battle he has with good and evil. Now I'm wondering what will happen with the gang members. Great chapter. Gretchen
reply by the author on 06-Feb-2020
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I am loving this book. You have, in Lew, such a warm character. He is humble and true. I like how he now has a "family" . Glad you had him address the battle he has with good and evil. Now I'm wondering what will happen with the gang members. Great chapter. Gretchen
Comment Written 05-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 06-Feb-2020
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It's amazing how this book came about. I had no plans to start a new book then the idea for the third story came into my mind just out of the blue. The Holy Spirit works that way. I'm so glad you're enjoying this book. It's a lot of fun to write. Thank you for all of your support for this project!
Have a great day, and God bless.
mike
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
This was wonderful! I loved the story. I've only got a virtual six, but it's worth so much more. There are millions sleeping out in the freezing cold tonight, in countries all over the world, it's heartbreaking. I love your stories and wish so much that there was more that could be done for these poor people. I look forward to the next part. Well done! :)) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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This was wonderful! I loved the story. I've only got a virtual six, but it's worth so much more. There are millions sleeping out in the freezing cold tonight, in countries all over the world, it's heartbreaking. I love your stories and wish so much that there was more that could be done for these poor people. I look forward to the next part. Well done! :)) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 03-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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Wow! Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review! The thought of a six means more than a real one.
Have a great day, and God bless.
mike
Comment from Brett Matthew West
Realistic dialogue and full of emotion.
True homeless is a blight that needs to be addressed. Taking steps to help these people out provides blessings one can not imagine and for those who do assist the ones really in need that is a good thing to do.
Unfortunately, on the other side of the coin, many others hold cardboard signs on street corners and receive more money than some people make working, (which is a crying shame). This seems to be their full time job, then they go spend the money they are given on drugs and alcohol.
Sometimes, it can make a person wonder who really needs assistance?
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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Realistic dialogue and full of emotion.
True homeless is a blight that needs to be addressed. Taking steps to help these people out provides blessings one can not imagine and for those who do assist the ones really in need that is a good thing to do.
Unfortunately, on the other side of the coin, many others hold cardboard signs on street corners and receive more money than some people make working, (which is a crying shame). This seems to be their full time job, then they go spend the money they are given on drugs and alcohol.
Sometimes, it can make a person wonder who really needs assistance?
Comment Written 03-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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Hi, Brett! Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment from estory
I thought you did a great job with this story. I wish I had a six for it. The dialogue was realistic and full of emotion, we really get the interplay between characters and the movement of the Spirit of God through all these people to create a relief for the homeless people. I think you did a great job of describing the homeless family and the young gangster Kebon, and also delving into the reasons they become who they are. And it really is a great lesson in the love of Christ that blesses the world through us. If only all the protesters could see that instead of marching around and making a spectacle of themselves, they would just build a home for someone or give them a meal, or even just a blanket, it would make ten times ten the difference in the world. It's a great example of Christ's power and I love that it is set in today's world and relevant. estory
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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I thought you did a great job with this story. I wish I had a six for it. The dialogue was realistic and full of emotion, we really get the interplay between characters and the movement of the Spirit of God through all these people to create a relief for the homeless people. I think you did a great job of describing the homeless family and the young gangster Kebon, and also delving into the reasons they become who they are. And it really is a great lesson in the love of Christ that blesses the world through us. If only all the protesters could see that instead of marching around and making a spectacle of themselves, they would just build a home for someone or give them a meal, or even just a blanket, it would make ten times ten the difference in the world. It's a great example of Christ's power and I love that it is set in today's world and relevant. estory
Comment Written 01-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2020
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What a review! Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review. I tried to put God's love in and through every story.
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Mike. The narrative in this chapter shows that even some people can "accidentally" help out, such as the Walmart manager. Homelessness is such a curse in this day and age. I have seen videos of people lying on city exhaust grates trying to sleep. I have seen the camps under bridges.
In my personal observations, the Salvation Army and Christian churches seem to be doing the most to help in these situations. The solutions have to come from the hearts of men.
Robert
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Hello Mike. The narrative in this chapter shows that even some people can "accidentally" help out, such as the Walmart manager. Homelessness is such a curse in this day and age. I have seen videos of people lying on city exhaust grates trying to sleep. I have seen the camps under bridges.
In my personal observations, the Salvation Army and Christian churches seem to be doing the most to help in these situations. The solutions have to come from the hearts of men.
Robert
Comment Written 01-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
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You're welcome
Comment from JudyE
Another well-written episode of Lew's way of doing the Lord's work. I've given four stars but happy to raise it to five after some edits.
"I'm better now. You're with me." - did you mean this to be two sentences or one 'I'm better now you're with me'.
"Whoever you are, it's okay. If I can help in any way, please ask?" - I wouldn't have used a question mark here.
I sent Caleb and Terrel to Wal-Mart to buy has many of those two-dollar fleece blankets a hundred dollars could buy. - should be 'as many ... as a hundred ...'
Caleb, Kathy, Terrel, and I are sitting around the kitchen table when I ask, "What's the story about Delores and her granddaughters." - question mark needed after 'granddaughters'
"Have you guys come to by to get warm?" - delete 'to' - should be 'come by to get warm'
"It was before he killed your mother. - This reads as though Jesus killed his mother. It might be better to say 'It was before your father killed your mother'
I want you to know Kebon that your life is worth saving - commas needed either side of 'Kebon'
"When you're ready, Kebon. I'll be here for you." - replace period with a comma
Best wishes
Judy
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Another well-written episode of Lew's way of doing the Lord's work. I've given four stars but happy to raise it to five after some edits.
"I'm better now. You're with me." - did you mean this to be two sentences or one 'I'm better now you're with me'.
"Whoever you are, it's okay. If I can help in any way, please ask?" - I wouldn't have used a question mark here.
I sent Caleb and Terrel to Wal-Mart to buy has many of those two-dollar fleece blankets a hundred dollars could buy. - should be 'as many ... as a hundred ...'
Caleb, Kathy, Terrel, and I are sitting around the kitchen table when I ask, "What's the story about Delores and her granddaughters." - question mark needed after 'granddaughters'
"Have you guys come to by to get warm?" - delete 'to' - should be 'come by to get warm'
"It was before he killed your mother. - This reads as though Jesus killed his mother. It might be better to say 'It was before your father killed your mother'
I want you to know Kebon that your life is worth saving - commas needed either side of 'Kebon'
"When you're ready, Kebon. I'll be here for you." - replace period with a comma
Best wishes
Judy
Comment Written 01-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Don't worry about the numbers. Many thanks for all of your help with this book!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment from royowen
I love these stories Mike, it motivates to show the loving kindness, God wants to live, not vicariously, but in reality through us, to reveal a God who cares for us. He will provide what we need. I wrote a Poem at 5 this morning about us not owning anything in this world, we can't stuff our tomb with our possessions when we die, otherwise there'd be no room for the dead body. Beautifully written Mike, well done, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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I love these stories Mike, it motivates to show the loving kindness, God wants to live, not vicariously, but in reality through us, to reveal a God who cares for us. He will provide what we need. I wrote a Poem at 5 this morning about us not owning anything in this world, we can't stuff our tomb with our possessions when we die, otherwise there'd be no room for the dead body. Beautifully written Mike, well done, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 31-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Hi, Roy! Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review!
Have a grerat day and God bless.
mike
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Bless you Mike
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Papa55Mike, a fabulous Friday to you. I hope this finds you well, in good health and spirit. Thank you for sharing yet another chapter of this creative and inspirational story. I don't know what I would do if I had that ability and I don't think I want to know. I look forward to reading more. Great work and have a great day!
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Hello Papa55Mike, a fabulous Friday to you. I hope this finds you well, in good health and spirit. Thank you for sharing yet another chapter of this creative and inspirational story. I don't know what I would do if I had that ability and I don't think I want to know. I look forward to reading more. Great work and have a great day!
Comment Written 31-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Hello, my friend! Many thanks for your kind words and encouraging review!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment from KatyM
Really good chapter. I can't imagine being homeless. Some people, like my daughter, Kristina, who is 27, actually likes to travel and she sleeps where ever she can find a place. She chooses to be homeless while she is traveling. I don't understand it. All I can do is pray for her. At one time she believed in God and gave her life to him. She has been away from him for the past 10 years.
I did find one little thing in this sentence:
Kathy walks out of the office, saying, "I can't thank you enough, Sonia. Yes, he is one of a kind. It will (be) good to see you. Bye."
Katy
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Really good chapter. I can't imagine being homeless. Some people, like my daughter, Kristina, who is 27, actually likes to travel and she sleeps where ever she can find a place. She chooses to be homeless while she is traveling. I don't understand it. All I can do is pray for her. At one time she believed in God and gave her life to him. She has been away from him for the past 10 years.
I did find one little thing in this sentence:
Kathy walks out of the office, saying, "I can't thank you enough, Sonia. Yes, he is one of a kind. It will (be) good to see you. Bye."
Katy
Comment Written 31-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Many thanks for your kind words and for your help with this story!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I love your stories, Mike. I wish there was more loving kindness in the world. Why can't humanity learn to share instead of take. I feel so bad for people who are homeless, but my heart bleeds for those who are loveless. Well done! Please keep up the good work. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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I love your stories, Mike. I wish there was more loving kindness in the world. Why can't humanity learn to share instead of take. I feel so bad for people who are homeless, but my heart bleeds for those who are loveless. Well done! Please keep up the good work. Nancy:)
Comment Written 31-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2020
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Hi, Nancy! Many thanks for your kind words and for those shiny six stars. They are deeply appreciated!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
