Want a Friend?

Proverbs 18:24

24A man who has friends must himself be friendly, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Have you ever noticed that someone who has a lot of friends usually smiles a lot and often looks happy? Have you ever noticed that someone with a lot of friends is usually a very kind and sweet person? A person who is kind, sweet, dependable and fun and who reaches out to others will indeed attract such. Yes, if you want a friend you must first display qualities that are worthy of friendship. It is not say that others who are not so friendly won't come your way but those who are not good for you, God will show them. You just have to have enough godly wisdom to know when you must let them go. But no matter what, God is with you and has your back. He too displays qualities of a friend. God is kind, He reaches out by seeking us in our heart and yes He has a sense of humor. When you begin to trust Him, He will get closer to you and even reveal secrets to you as a friend would. And He wants to know that you will return His friendship. We are made in His image, why wouldn't He want to befriend us?

Seeking friendship to use someone doesn't last long. When you seek to use and manipulate you often get it in return. Want a real friend? Look at who you are first and be one.

P.S. Join me on Saturday, June 15th from 3-5pm at Caribou Coffee House in Gambrills, MD for a Pre-Release Book Signing and Reading of my new book, Shh Don't Tell!