The weeks have been long and tiring for the woman. Her husband has been ill and now as she stands by his graveside the tears flow. She didn’t think she had any more tears but her wet cheeks have proven her wrong.
Her friend stands beside her and places a hand on her shoulder. “He’s with the Lord now and no more sorrow, no more illness. He’s at peace.” her friend whispers to the new widow.
The widow looks at her with crinkled eyebrows. “He wasn’t a believer. He’s in hell!” She bursts out sobbing and her friend pulls her into a tight hug.
The widow sobs in her friend’s arms as the people quietly back away and begin returning to their cars. Slowly the tears abate and the widow apologizes to her friend for her outburst.
Her friend looks and there’s a Man standing near the Oak tree. He looks familiar. The friend nudges the widow. “Do you know Him?” she asks. The widow glances over to the Man and suddenly sucks in a breath.
The Man approaches her and with love in His eyes He opens His arms to her and she quickly embraces Him as tears stream down her face.
The Man caresses her back gently and whispers in her ear, “Be not downcast, My daughter, for Jack is in heaven. He gave his life to Me and has been forgiven.”
The widow suddenly pulls back from the Man, “Oh praise be to God. Thank you Jesus!” she shouts.
Her friend stands transfixed, not knowing what just happened.
(Sue’s version) Matthew 5:4
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Thank you, Kathy. I’m glad you liked it and appreciate your input. Blessings to you.
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