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Christmas Coal — 28 Comments

  1. Beautiful story and moved me to tears as visualizing what the Mom and kids felt that cold night. Loved it!! Marry Christmas Karen.

  2. Oh, Karen! I had chills, tears and ‘goosebumps’ as I read this story as I remember Your Charles telling me this story.
    I am not sure when he told me about it but I guess it had to be during the time we would sit on my front porch, me in the swing and he in a chair facing me. What a blessing and I am so glad you shared this with all of us.
    Have a wonderful Christmas and be thankful for good memories and God’s gift of love! Love to you, Margaret

    • So glad you enjoyed this true story, again, Margaret. It’s a beautiful expression of God’s love and provision. It meant so much to Charles and his children.

  3. Karen thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful story. I felt like I was watching a movie and I had tears in my eyes while reading this beautiful story. This is certainly a story to be cherished. I really loved this story and especially since I had an opportunity to meet Charles. Bless you and your family and Merry Christmas.

  4. Reading this again gave me such joy and a warm feeling all over. Gotta love that boy “Charlie” and this was such a precious story of courage and strength – even in the darkest of times. What a gift for you to bless us with this wonderful message about hope and faith. Merry Christmas, my dear friend!

  5. Dear Karen,

    What a beautiful real story! I can just imagine Charles relating it. Thanks so much for sharing.
    Have a happy Christmas season. Love ya! Terri S.

  6. Oh my goodness, pass the tissues!! This is precious! Thank you for sharing — it helps explain the good man that he was! Merry Christmas Karen!

  7. Happy Christmas to you Karen. What a great reminder that God is our provider, and gives the most perfect gifts. A wonderful story of faith rewarded.!! Thank you for sharing your “gift”. 🙂

  8. Lovely story Karen!
    Sometimes we don’t know how God will provide but this story shows that getting coal in your stocking isn’t always a bad thing and could be just what we need. May you stay warm too this winter.
    Merry Christmas!
    Smiles, BRC

  9. What a precious message. God the total provider. I don’t have the proper words to describe my feelings….except it touched my heart deeply.
    Have a wonderful Christmas with family and friends.

  10. What a precious message. God the total provider. I don’t have the proper words to describe my feelings….except it touched my heart deeply.
    Have a wonderful Christmas with family and friends.

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