Friends

I thank God for my friends, particularly my gal pals, who encourage me. There are so many people in this world who, for whatever reason, are perfectly comfortable with bringing someone else down. Thank God for those with a listening ear, a word of encouragement and a willingness to help.

But even the best friend or the most loving spouse or other family member can not compare to the friendship and understanding that is given to us by God the Father, Jesus Christ His Son and the Holy Spirit, three-in-One, blessed Trinity. Proverbs 18:24 tells us that "there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother."Nobody knows us or can care for us like God does. No one can counsel us or change our whole perspective on life in the way that He can. He is always with us, ever true and faithful. He has said in his word "I will never leave you nor forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). He is always just a prayer away.

"What a friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
Everything to God in prayer!"  Joseph M. Scriven 1855