My Story... by Garth Pottruff
It has been on my heart to state where my faith in this business is...
All my life I wanted God, but it was intimidating to admit. Although I professed atheism, I kept running into incidents that undeniably had God's signature. I grew up on a farm in the Grand River Valley, but my dream was to become a forester/canoe guide. I accomplished this when I was 22 years old.
In my late twenties I was confronted with the decision to choose God's way or mine. I chose His. I have enjoyed my spiritual walk, but when out of sync, I become frayed with loose ends that I cannot handle. I find myself becoming preoccupied with keeping everything right to minimize unnecessary pain. And I always end up in the same spot... letting my battle become His.
Since choosing Jesus Christ I have gone through hell and high water. With "Me" at the helm I lost my profession, my reputation, my savings, my family - I even went to prison. I was no "Job" of the bible, but became a Joseph as I turned my eyes from disaster to His intent.
I have a rich heart because the Lord keeps saying, "Am I not able!"
my story...
"Resisting God"
It was not easy...
Paddling this wilderness of rivers... ignoring the One who created it,
Standing in a swirled forest of mist... not soaking in the "breath" of God,
Drifting by towering cliffs of plunging rocks... not murmuring "You are God",
...But I did it.
It was not easy staggering like a wounded deer... gored in my spirit,
Choosing a clench-fisted jaw... a pretended countenance, unopened,
Having unhappiness rain down on my head... tears greater then I could cry,
...But I did it.
It was not easy...
When my mind sky parted... and I was beckoned forward,
When the wind whispered silence... and I acknowledged His Voice,
When the earth knelt awaiting... making me wonder how to pray,
...But I did it.
Who can walk into the Presence of God... and not have a meeting ?
My yougest son Tyler and I... drifting along the Nith River in Spring!