Saturday, January 10, 2009

Faithful Friends: A Gift From God...

What a wonderful gift God gave us when he created within us the need for friends. I honestly don't know what my life would be or what it would look like without this blessing. I have been incredibly fortunate to have many people to help me along the journey to Heaven. True friends are a treasure and I am so thankful I don't have to walk the journey of this life by myself. Here is a list of qualities I look for in my friends:

-devotion to the Lord
-humility
-authenticity
-an outgoing spirit
-a great sense of humor
-compassion
-tenderness
-sincerity
-mercy
-kindness
-a steadfast faithfulness
-joy
-truth
- a person that is not afraid to be vulnerable

When the Lord brings a person into your life that will love you fully and completely for who you are, it is an awesome gift. I am indebted to Him for providing such wonderful examples of Himself through my friends. He is so good. I pray that you will take time to thank God for the friends in your lives, and the ways they show the glory of God.

1 comment:

Ashley said...

Lauren, you are such a sweet friend to so many! And such an encourager! Getting your note yesterday brightened my day! Thank you for taking time to think of & encourage me!