Friends

Now, this means that when we come together and are side by side, something wonderful will be released. We can expect to be co-encouraged and co-comforted by each other’s faith!
Romans 1:12 The Passion Translation

We went to school together as kids but didn't really run in the same circles. About 10 years ago, there was a high school reunion event that produced a huge response on Facebook. It was then that Hope and I connected on FB when we discovered we had both grown to be followers of Christ. In the 10 years since then, we have shared our faith, our struggles, fought battles together, prayed earnestly for each other, and rejoiced in the many blessings God has bestowed on us!

I had the blessed opportunity to visit with Hope and Dave who I had not seen in almost 50 years! And yet, it was as though we had just had lunch together last week! Not one awkward moment. It was so lovely and loving and a precious time of catching up, with hearts connected as only Jesus can do! 

I am so grateful that they carved out the time on their trip so we could visit face-to-face and heart to heart. I keep thinking about the line from the old song by Michael W. Smith, "And friends are friends forever if the Lord's the lord of them..."  Our promise bears repeating, Now, this means that when we come together and are side by side, something wonderful will be released. We can expect to be co-encouraged and co-comforted by each other’s faith!  

And we were!

Prayer:

Father, 

          Thank You for the gift of friendships that stand the test of time and distance because there is no separation in You. We pray rich blessings on our friends and ask that You continue to keep Your arms wrapped around them. Keep them safe, loving You and loving each other. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen