This watercolor painting on 8x10" paper illustrates the conversation I had with a loved one. She bravely confessed to me her relationship with someone she is not supposed to be with. She made it clear that they are fully aware that their ties are against the Bible, and she's only reaching out to hear my acceptance. But how can I say "I'm happy for you" or "Do whatever makes you happy" if we both know where they are heading down to? I tried to give biblical advice and warned her one last time, but they seem to have fully decided. Although I hate to watch her take another step closer into the pit, I had to step back and dust off my feet. I have already done my part. It is Christ Jesus who does the saving. All I can do now is unceasingly pray for her.
 
Before we ended our conversation, I reassured her that my love for her would never change, and neither would our bond. She expressed her understanding of my response, knowing that I am a soldier and a child of God now. Regardless of how maturely we took these exchanges of words, the consequences remain.
 
 Ecclesiastes told us about different times and seasons. Today, I learned the hard way that there's a time to lose and a time to accept.