There are many heart-warming stories about dogs that have lain on the graves of their owners. Loyalty is one of the most admirable qualities in not just dogs but humans. There is nothing that warms our hearts more than having a friend remain loyal when all others turn away. But the Lord stayed with me. The Lord gave me strength so that I could tell the Good News everywhere. He wanted all those who are not Jews to hear that Good News. So I was saved from the lion’s mouth. 2 Tim 4:17 “But the Lord stayed with me.” Paul’s comfort while enduring prison was “Jesus, the Lord”. We read in other verses where disciples and friends abandoned Paul. One, turned back into the world and I’m sure that was hard for Paul to take. “But the Lord stayed” with him. Of this we can be sure – “the Lord will stay” when others leave. You never have to feel that you are alone or that no one cares for your soul. Jesus will stay with you.