March 18 Words and Music by Elisha A. Hoffman 1839–1929 The Lord stood at my side and gave me strength … (2 Timothy 4:17) Oh, help me, Lord, to take the time To set all else aside, That in the secret place of prayer I may with you abide. —Unknown One of the loneliest feelings we can have comes when we face a time of need without having a loving friend to talk to about it. Everyone needs at least one trusted friend in whom to confide. Pastor Elisha A. Hoffman, author and composer