Do you know, Paul’s life was much like our
lives as widows? We often find it hard to rest – especially at night. The
emotional and spiritual tensions are very draining – has God forgotten us? Has
our faith weakened? We are often met
with misunderstanding. Why don’t you move? Why are you moving? Why are you
staying there alone? Why don’t you go out more? Why did you leave our Saturday
night club?
When Titus visited Paul, he was in a
cheerful mood. Titus’s friendship brought Paul rest. Their time together was
very spiritual and physically refreshing to Paul and helped Paul tackle life
with a renewed vigor.
“Friends Needing Friends” is our Titus. It
renews us monthly. Widows need each other when we are feeling discouraged or
depressed. Just seeing a friend who “understands” can brighten your day. Just
last week, this happened to me as I was food shopping – food shopping for one –
a job I really hate. I met one of my “FNF” friends and suddenly I realized – I
must stop feeling sorry for myself. I am not the only one who must shop for
one; you know, my whole day brightened.
We cannot do without one another. We are
privileged because we have “Friends Needing Friends” to help us meet our needs
– spiritually, emotionally and socially.
As widows we need each other.
Let us pray…Lord,
thank you for friends who meet our needs. Thank you for the encouragement they
give us. Help me to help others as they have helped me. Amen
By Joanne
Lewis
Jesus is the one who puts music in our heart, music that makes our
soul soar, that uplifts my spirit when I am down. He has used music to speak to
me often on this widow’s journey.
I have a favorite singer and her name is Lynda Randle. Whatever
song she sings always touches my heart and I know it will do the same for you .
Now sit back, relax and let the spirit of God bring you closer to Jesus.
