Jesus was at the nail salon.

For the past few months I've been indulging in getting manicures. My technician, Miss Kim, amazes me. She is so efficient at making my nails look pretty; I love watching her! At the same time, she's answering the phone and cordially greeting customers.

Whether it's in the mall, Quik Trip, or the nail salon, I enjoy watching people. It blew me away to see Jesus at the nail salon just before Christmas.

While I sit with tin foil wrapped nails, Miss Kim frequently takes her cup and goes to a kiosk for iced coffee. 

Two things I enjoy about Christmas are finding and giving gifts. This year, Miss Kim was on my list. A large insulated cup for her iced coffee seemed like a good choice. 

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Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God.
Ecclesiastes 5:19 NIV

I tried to discreetly give Miss Kim her gift bag. And then Jesus showed up in the words of this gentle Vietnamese lady.
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As I stood to leave, Miss Kim motioned me to wait. She headed to the backroom and came back very quickly carrying a gift bag.

"I love you; you love me. We give each other presents," this sweet woman said with a smile.

And there He was, right there in the nail salon, loving on His kids. 

​Dear Reader, the Lord took my little gesture to someone and turned it into a big blessing to me. Does that sound familiar?

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You will eat the fruit of your labor;
    blessings and prosperity will be yours.
​Psalm 128:2 NIV

My prayer for you, Dear Reader, is that the Lord's "blessings and prosperity" will knock your socks off.