Friendship

  I had fully intended on typing this entry to start the week on Monday, but alas, I have been sick all week.  Blek!  I know, that's not a word;-) 
 
God really spoke to my heart on Sunday evening and into Monday, about just how vitally important friendship is.  I am taking today to honor all of my precious friends the Lord has so graciously blessed me with.  I am undeserving, but so grateful to you for loving me, even when I'm not too lovable.  I have friends that are like sisters to me, coming from having only a brother, that is truly precious!  They have seen me through so much of my life's drama thus far, and Lord willing, if they are able to tolerate me, they will be here for what's next in my life.  The good, the bad, and the uggellleee! (new spelling).  There is so much to be said for a person who is willing to listen, I'm not so good at that, and really hear you, and then with Christ's love, show mercy and compassion, even if I don't deserve it.  But on the other hand, are willing to tell me what I don't want to hear, because I need to hear it.

  Even friends that have drifted, I still consider my family, because they KNOW me, and we can pick up where we left off and never miss a beat.  I have friends who live far away, that even through the hundreds of miles that separate us, still have my heart!  We know each other, almost better than we know ourselves, or is it that we are so alike?  I don't know, but whatever it is, God knows how much I need these women in my life.  The miles don't seem to make a difference in the connection or bond we have, but the distance makes it hard to get that much needed hug, coffee, or face time:-)

  When I find myself feeling lonely or sorry for me, I know I have any number of women to call on.  And the miracle of it all, is they are there, and usually, God prompts them before I ever make that call.  I am so uplifted by the relationship these beautiful women have with their savior, and honestly convicted that I am not the same friend to them as they are to me.

  *I lift these angels to you Father God, and pray for blessings on them of all kinds.  They are all wonderful mothers, wives, and friends.  I count myself among the blessed to have such angels in this earthly life, and praise you that I get to spend eternity with them.  I pray for listening qualities, compassion, fortitude, humor, organizational skills;-), and selflessness, so that I can some how be "that" friend to them.  I praise and thank you for giving me wise Godly women to count as my friends.  I pray these things in Christ's precious name.   Amen.
 
Have a blessed day!
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