Series | The Promises of God
Scripture | Proverbs 18:24, “A man of many
companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a
brother.”
Lesson 20 | The Promise of Friendship
I remember one time when my friends called me
up to go skateboarding in the neighborhood and they said to meet them at a
certain spot. However, when I eagerly
showed up they weren’t there- but I saw them in a distance laughing so I headed
towards them because I thought they might not have reached the spot yet. However, as I got closer I could see that
they were laughing at me and then they started to run away. For the next hour I chased them down just to
hang out with them- some friends!
I’ll never forget that day because it was one
of the first times that I realized that people were going to let me down- even
people like my best skateboarding buds.
Plus, my older brother, from my Mom’s previous marriage, spent much of
his life on drugs and deeply involved with alcohol, thus I never really got
close to him either.
Therefore, for me, when I got saved and felt
the love of God come to me in the form of friendship- I’ve been the same. Jesus’ friendship to me is so real and deep
that no family member or earthly friendship can compare to it. Some unbelievers think I’m referring to Jesus
like a child’s imagery friend- but my best friend is not only real- He is the
King of Kings and Lord of Lords!
I pray today that you will make Jesus your best
friend too. Spend time with Him today in
prayer, worship, and reading His Word- He wants to hang out with you. Make time to talk to Him on the job with your
thoughts, invite Him to lunch with your co-workers and talk about Him.
Plus, I like to enjoy alone times with God
while fishing, taking walks, or just lying in my bed enjoying His presence
before and after the day. His friendship
is so encouraging, refreshing, and loving.
Jesus promised you to a friend that sticks closer than a brother- and
one that will never leave you, even when others let you down. Doesn’t it feel good to know the God of the
universe loves you like that and wants to be your friend?
Reflection | Is Jesus your best friend?
Action | (1) Make Jesus your best friend in life. (2) Spend time each day developing a deeper friendship with Jesus. (3) Lastly, share your friendship with Jesus with others- He has enough time and love for everyone!
One Year Reading Plan (Optional) | Leviticus 9:7-10:20, Mark 4:26-5:20, Psalm 37:30-40, & Proverbs 10:6-7. Click here to read online.
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