At 20, his fiancée left him because he was going blind. At 40, alone on his sister’s wedding night, George Matheson wrote “O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go” in just five minutes.
Tag: Loneliness
His Presence Is Here, Right Now
One woman shared something that has stayed with me: ‘Chaplain, the nights feel long sometimes… but I talk to God, and somehow I don’t feel alone.’ Her practice was simple, but her peace was profound.
The Friend Who Stays
As the years pass, the circle of people who truly know our history can grow smaller. We miss the friends who shared our youth and the family members who understood our unspoken thoughts. In Day 13 of our His Nearness series, we are reminded of a beautiful truth: Jesus is the Friend who has been there for every single chapter of your life. He doesn’t just hear your stories; He lived them with you.
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The Blessing of Friendship
Do you ever catch yourself smiling at a memory of an old friend—someone who knew you when your hair wasn’t gray and your steps were quicker? True friendship is one of God’s most tender gifts, especially in seasons when we need it most. Through the stories of Ruth and Dorothy’s 72-year friendship, Albert’s faithful Coffee Club, and Rose’s 70 years of long-distance letters, discover how lifelong companions reflect God’s unfailing love and why investing in deep friendships matters more than ever in our later years.
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Seen, Loved, and Never Alone
Loneliness can feel overwhelming, but God’s love and the care of friends can bring comfort and hope.
Even in our loneliest times, God places people in our lives to show us we are seen, valued, and loved. Maria’s experience is a beautiful reminder of this truth.
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In the Quiet Ache of Loneliness
As I read to Adolfo from Matthew 10, his eyes softened. The words about sparrows—small, seemingly insignificant—spoke directly to a quiet ache in him. Loneliness. A sense of being forgotten. But in that moment, Scripture reminded him: he is seen, he is valued, and he is held by God. His gratitude was deep, and the need for comfort had been met—not by me, but by the Word itself.”