Friends... How Many of Us Have Them?

I consider myself to be a loner. I prefer to keep to myself. Interacting with a large group of folks usually doesn't appeal to me.

I really don't care to have random conversations. I don't call to just call. It's usually because something happened... or, I'm really bored. I like to work out my problems on my own instead of hashing out questions with others. I prefer to figure out my own business rather than have everyone else know what's going on with me.

Yet, God has blessed me with a wonderful group of friends. They get me, and still love me anyhow. In those times where I need strength or encouragement, they are there to help me out. And I gladly return the favor. They all have their own individual strengths, and I am grateful for their input. Plus, they also have eyes of the Spirit, so even when I try to stay mum, sometimes the Lord prompts them to pull what's going on out of me.

The Lord encourages us to surround ourselves with people who will strengthen and uplift our lives. No matter how much we may think we have it together and can fend for ourselves, there is added wisdom with the voice of a friend. Especially a friend who knows the Lord.

Take time to celebrate your friends today. Pray for them and give them a call of encouragement. If you honestly don't have anyone you consider a friend, ask God to send someone your way. He won't leave you to yourself.

Verse of the Day: The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. Proverbs 14:20