Greater Love
has no one than this,
that one
lay down His Life for His
Friends.
– John 15:13 –
“God’s
plan is for you to be in relationships that provide mutual help and assistance.
As much as you need other people for help and friendship, they need you for the
same reasons.” – Charles F. Stanley –
What does
it take to develop a lasting Friendship?
Time Together
Philippians
2:4 encourages us to “not merely look out for (our) own personal interests, but
also for the interests of others.” When you care enough about your friends you
put them first, you love them lie Christ loves you.
Communication
Genuine
friendships are built on honest and transparency. “Oil and perfume make the
heart glad, so a man’s counsel is sweet to his friend” (Proverbs 27:9).
Shared Life Experiences
Is there
someone you can laugh and cry with? Godly friends rejoice over accomplishments,
give wise counsel, and are loyal at all times. “Iron sharpens iron, so one man
sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17)
Who is your 5
a.m. friend? We all need one.
Demonstrations of Love
We are called
to love one another the way Christ loves us. “This is My commandment, that you
love one another just as I have loved you” (John 15:12). A loving friend is
selfless, kind, patient, generous, and forgiving.
Blessings to you and yours!
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