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?A true friend sticks closer than one?s nearest kin.?Prov.18:24, NRSV Friends ? How we all need friends! Some of us have few friends, while others have quite a few. Some are ?casual? friends, while others are ?heart? friends. I have a special heart friend.She has been there for me through thick and thin. She knows my fears, my desires.When I?ve needed a shoulder , she has always been there for me.I have other heart friends, but she is extra-special, a special gift.The Lord gave her to me, so to speak. As I think about her special attributes, her gentle strength, I praise God for her friendship. ?Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above? (James 1:17). I am also blessed to have a Friend such as Jesus. He is a very special heart friend of mine. No matter the time or place, I have His constant companionship. In times of sadness He wraps His comforting arms around me, and in time of joy I have sensed His smile. There are also times when I?ve seen His sense of humor. For me to think of my special Friend on that cross, bearing my sins and my punishment so I can live, I am very much aware of how special He is! I realize my unworthiness, but Jesus has said He is not ashamed to call me a member of His family (Heb.2:11), and ?I will put my trust in him?(verse 13). To be forgiven and adopted into God?s family, to have a Big Brother who is also a very special friend, I am indees blessed beyond what I may imagine. Source:Kathy Isaacs |
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