Mike’s grandmother, Grace, passed away after a fight with him. She left him only a Bible and a note that read: “Open it when it’s hard.” Mike resented her for leaving everything to the church instead of him, especially after their argument over her insistence that he go to church. Years later, with his mother’s medical bills mounting and no way to pay, Mike reluctantly searched the Bible and found something shocking—thousands of dollars hidden in the pages.
In that moment, Mike regretted the years of resentment toward his grandmother. He realized the harsh lesson she had taught him about faith, family, and gratitude. With the money, he paid for his mother’s treatment, and they started attending church together. While Mike wasn’t devout, he felt a new connection to Grace and the lessons she had imparted, and he learned to appreciate her wisdom.
**Lessons:**
1. **Inheritances aren’t guaranteed.** Mike wasn’t entitled to Grace’s money, but he learned to accept her gift.
2. **Faith is personal.** Grace’s persistence didn’t force Mike to believe, but it led him to find his own path.
