Life, as wonderful and amazing as it can be also happens to be difficult at times. It's a simple fact: everyone has days or times that are hard and we can feel alone during these times. I learned a lesson last week about having a difficult day. In fact it's a lesson I've learned a few times before, but somehow I forget it. This time it really stuck out to me. I, like many, have grown accustomed to difficulties, but sometimes life can be really sweet as well.
Last week my companion, Sister Williams, and I were walking down the street with the heat and the sun beating down on us. We had had a rough and frustrating visit with someone. I was not very happy about it and I was feeling just a little bit down. It wasn't a really big deal in the long run, but Heavenly Father knew we could use a little pick up.
As we were walking we both stopped at the same time and turned to each other. We had both smelled something wonderful! Sister Williams and I said almost in unison... 'It smells like home.' We turned back to find the source of the smell. Then we discovered a flower bush! I didn't recognize the flowers, yet somehow they gave us both a good comforting feeling. We knew that God had sent those flowers to us. He knew what would be needed to effect both of us in the same way, and it was that simple flower bush.
It may seem like a small silly little thing, but for us it was a miracle. It was our Heavenly Father telling us 'okay, you've had a rough day, I acknowledge that, but you can keep going because I'm here with you.' We both went on walking with flowers in hand and a smile on our faces. It really made a difference for me that day, and it still serves as a reminder of His love.
I know that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are there for us especially during rough times big or small. If it matters to us then it matters to Him. When we need just a little support, love, or encouragement then we can always know He will be there for us. As Christ said in John 14:18 "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you." Each one of us can count on that promise of love and comfort.
