Page 28 - Moral Stories Vol 3

Toward evening, the hotel is almost completely under water and the preacher is clinging to the satellite dish on the roof. A helicopter is spotted and on a loudspeaker is heard "Sir, grab on to the line and we will pull you up. This is your last chance.
"I'm all right," says the preacher, as he looks heavenward. "I know the Lord will provide sanctuary."
As the boat departs, the satellite dish is hit by lightning and the preacher is killed. When he arrived at the Pearly Gates he was furious.
"What happened," he shouts. "I thought the Lord would provide!"
Moments later a thunderous voice is heard. "Gimme a break pal. I sent you 2 boats and a chopper"
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Moral: God helps those who help themselves.
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