In the darkness a desperate cry is heard, “Seeing me
broken in the room, yet never a needle to stitch a shattered piece of my
heart…” The Wayfarer had been walking
along when the sounds of a painful, broken heart reached his ears. He listened attentively as the agonizing
story unfolded, piercing his heart, causing him to feel the pain of this fellow
Wayfarer. He could only look up to the
Father and plead, “Abba, what can I do to come alongside to aid this one
calling out for relief from pain?”
The more the Wayfarer heard the more compassion he felt
for this young, Precious One in need of true love that only comes from
above. He realized this meeting was not
mere happenstance, but one orchestrated by Abba Himself. Over the many years of his own heartaches and
suffering there were others who came alongside to apply ointment and dressings
to the wounds. They helped him to heal
and become strengthened, enabling him to journey on in his endeavors. Much wisdom and understanding had been gained
through those years, along with a compassionate heart to reach out to others in
distress.
Looking to Abba the Wayfarer asked for guidance and
insight to be an encouragement that will be of strength to her. Abba had put a desire in his heart to stand
in the gap, offering friendship, showing her kindness, care and concern for her
wellbeing. The Wayfarer continued to
pray for her and her children that they would receive all the love and comfort
they would need to carry them through the heartaches and struggles confronting
them; that they would overcome the obstacles and be strengthened in the
process.
They continue on their journey, receiving words of
encouragement when needed - growing in their determination to live life to the
fullest. Abba goes with them, as He has
done for the Wayfarer throughout his life.
In the meantime the Wayfarer continues to be blessed by this Precious
Gem who shows so much joy in the midst of her trials. Truly Abba is enriching her life as she puts
her trust in Him.
Though the Wayfarer desires to be a blessing and
encouragement to this Precious One it is he who is receiving encouragement and
blessings from her. He is further amazed
by such a one who has been under much agonizing stress yet having the ability
to radiate great joy to those about her.
However, she has shared moments when she’s alone and overwhelmed by fear
of what lies ahead of her, wondering how she can cope. Other times she has the fear of being under
attack of the enemy. It is during such
moments when Abba sends messages of encouragement and assurance that He is ever
present with her. Once again she has
renewed strength and increased trust in Abba.
The Wayfarer has confidence that she is growing stronger
and overcoming many of the obstacles in her path. Yet he wonders how much pain she may still be
enduring when she is in her quiet moments.
He continues to offer words of encouragement and is diligent in prayers
for her and her family. He is committed
to remain alongside of her for as long as may be required. To some this would be considered a burden but
when Abba puts it in your heart it is a joy.
This may last but for a season or it may last a lifetime of true
friendship. Only Abba knows. Regardless the outcome the Wayfarer has complete
trust in Abba and is at total peace.
Is there someone that Abba has put on your heart to come
alongside to help out? Are you being a
blessing to others or a burden? The
Wayfarer would encourage you to look to Abba to strengthen you to become the
person you need to be to others. That we
would all become a blessing to those who need us in times of distress. Shalom and blessings.
