By Lois Hewitt

As I sit in this room all alone, the only sound I hear, the second hand of the old wall clock.

Out the window, the leaves have turned a crayon box of colors. 

The sun is shining brightly this day.  The air has a chill about her.

Outside my window, though I cannot see, is a world full of anger and defeat.

How can that be from the view I currently see?  Well the world is a large place and myself am very small.

Many days I fear for things I think might happen and things I can’t comprehend.

Many days I see only blight and sorrow. Many days my heart beats so fast and the reason I do not know. Fear is my guess.

Many years ago I met a met a man named Joe. Joe introduced me to another man named Jesus.

The day I met Joe I was a mess.  Mistakes were made I must confess.

Joe told me about Jesus and His forgiving power and, although it took years, Jesus has become my best friend and so much more.

The view I see from my window today, the leaves in their cycle and sound of the time ticking away time are but a reminder that this is not permanent. But that there is a more glorious place coming where I can meet my friend Jesus. I’m sure Joe will be there too and so many others I miss.

This quiet time quieted my heart and reminded me of a time coming. A reminder to not be faint of heart, for we all have a friend who can calm the storms and heal all ills.  My friend Jesus came for everyone.  His love knows no bounds.