Chapter 5, The Crossroads Summary and Analysis

Bilquis prays to God the Father. Her faith is stronger and she is able to call Him Father with growing confidence. Bilquis kneels in her large bedroom as she calls to her Father. Suddenly, she realizes that she is no longer alone in her bedroom. Bilquis can sense the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. She has the distinct sensation that His hand is resting on her bowed head. Transfixed by emotion, Bilquis can see His eyes filled with love and compassion for her. For a very long time, Bilquis savors the moment resting her head on his knees like a child and quietly weeping. Bilquis now realizes that the presence she felt in her garden and the fragrance that was consistently in the air had indeed been His presence all along.

She receives guidance from him...