Let us not be weary in well doing: good, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not .–Galatians 6:9
A man that hath friends, must shew himself friendly- – –Prov. 18:24
Andy and Barney … Laverne and Shirley … Lucy and Ethel … Tom and Jerry … Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson…. Who doesn’t want a Best Friend Forever? It’s been the key to the plots of many great novels, movies, and television shows. Some of our favorite Bible stories are about friendship too — Ruth and Naomi … David and Jonathan …. Paul and Silas….
Perhaps you need a best friend today. We know the Lord is our greatest friend, but He knows we also need human fellowship. Though it seems strange advice, we never make friends by trying to find friends; for when we seek friendship, it’s an indication we’re putting our own needs first, that we’re looking for a friend who will alleviate some sense of loneliness in our own lives or bring us some sense of fulfillment.
Rather than seeking a friend, try being a friend. The parable of the sower tells us we reap what we sow. If we sow the seeds of love and smiles and friendliness, we’ll have an abundant harvest. “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all” (Galatians 6:10).–Turning Point
A lone state need never be. Friendship will create friendship. Sow love, reap love.–Charles Stanford
