the fork in the road page 1

 the fork in the road page 1 by ric gustafson

God was sitting in a chair monitoring a huge TV screen. He was paying special attention to one particular screen. As he was watching, an assistant walked in and spoke quietly into his ear.

" Ok". He frowned. " Send him in".

A tall lanky man, wearing a bright red cape that shrouded his face, walked in. He sat down in an empty chair near the TV screen.

He gave an evil grin. " What are you doing?".

" Watching Alvin Walters". He smiled. " He is one of my faithful followers".

" Why?".

" I have much love for him". He smiled again. " He honors me by being a good father and businessman".

Satan gave an evil chuckle. " His life has been easy".

" What do you mean by that?".

" If he was really tempted". His voice hesitated. " He would not be as faithful as you think".

God studied the screen. " I don't think he would falter".

Satan grinned. " Do you give your permission to try?".

" Ok". He looked sternly at his adversary. " As usual you can only do what I allow".

Satan sighed. " I know I know". He quietly got up and left.

God shook his head. He went back to studying the TV screen.

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric