Lost Friend

My heart is hurting,
For the loss of a friend;
We helped each other,
And visited to the end.

She gave me guidance,
She gave me strength;
I was assured that what I felt,
Was normal in trials' length.

We had both lived a life,
Filled with the same trials;
We shared our stories,
And could find rest for a while.

As she aged, I listened to her story,
I was amazed she just kept going;
She had a love of flowers,
And worked to keep them growing.

But now she is with Jesus,
A place she is now content;
But with her sudden passing,
My heart is torn and tears are spent.

But I know Jesus comforts me,
He is with me and knows what's best;
He will guide me every day,
Until the time comes for me to rest.