The Valley of the Shadow

We all walk through the valley of the Shadow many times during our lives. Our valleys may be called "Death" or "Loss" or "Change." They may have other names, too.

These valleys can be the death of a friend or family member; the death/loss of a relationship; the loss of a job; the change in a friendship; moving from our "home" to a new place; the change in some very special part of our lives. Perhaps this valley involves losing our freedom or mobility or our freedom to come and go as we please.

As long as we remember we are not alone as we traverse this valley, we will arrive safely on the other side. We carry the love and support of family and friends in our hearts. The outward signs of this love and support are the emails, telephone calls, letters, and maybe even the hugs we receive from these people.

It is important to remember that when those who love and care about us are absent from the scene, we are still not alone. God is with us. Sometimes He has to wait for us to recognize this fact. Nevertheless, He remains faithful - even when we turn our backs on Him.

Note: this was first written June 23, 1992.