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At the age of 36 I decided to return to college. As I signed the registration forms in the bursar’s office the cashier said, “The charge is five hundred and nineteen dollars. If you do not have the money now, you can pay next week when you start your first class.” I didn’t have the money then. In fact, I wasn’t sure I’d have it the next week either, but my desire to complete my education was strong. Community Newsletter Get More Inspiration Delivered to Your Inbox Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. “Dear Lord,” I prayed as I left the office, “if you want me to do this, help me to find a way.” In the late afternoon I stopped at the Department of Motor Vehicles to renew my driver’s license. After scanning my forms the clerk asked me about a name transfer I had made several years earlier on my car. Then she excused herself to confer with a supervisor. What now? I fretted. “Give it to her,” I heard the supervisor say. When the clerk returned, she was smiling. “We owe you some money on that transfer a few years back,” she said. “We’re going to give it to you now. It comes to five hundred and forty dollars.” God had not only answered my prayer for the means to continue my education; he added a little bonus too! Community Newsletter Get More Inspiration Delivered to Your Inbox Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. Share this story 365 Days of Prayer 0 reviews  0/5 This new devotional contains 365 inspiring Bible verses, uplifting devotions, and moving prayers to help you apply each day’s message. PLUS FREE GIFTS – enjoy 4 FREE Scripture & Reflection Notecards! FREE PREVIEW! Read an excerpt from 365 Days of Prayer now. Pre-order now. Expected to ship late September. Your credit card will not be charged until book is shipped. Order Product Community Newsletter Get More Inspiration Delivered to Your Inbox Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. 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