The Power of Friendship
On the way to Tennessee, I talked to several of my family and friends. I never turn on the radio; I prefer to talk to someone as I drive. One of my calls was to a blogger friend who has been going through a hard time this year. She and I became friends when she first started blogging and reached out to me. We’ve talked off and on over the years, but we’ve been talking more lately.
My friend is doing better now, but it has been a challenging season in her life, and it isn’t over yet. We were talking about life, challenges, blogging, etc. She asked me how often I did a blog post when I first started blogging and how that has changed over time. I told her I started posting five days a week and then added Saturday and, eventually Sunday to my posting schedule.
I feel like the Lord gave me my blog and I want to post on Sundays to honor Him. But my Sunday posts are stressful because I’m not a preacher or a theologian; I’m just an ordinary person trying to honor the Lord. I mentioned to her that I didn’t know what I was going to talk about this Sunday, and she immediately responded that I needed to talk about being a good friend.
Here are some of the traits of a good friend:
- Be Trustworthy
- Be Dependable
- Be Non-Judgmental
- Be A Good Listener
- Be A Loyal Friend
- Be Supportive
- Be Caring
- Be Fun To Be Around
- Know When To Give Space
- Do Not Spread Gossip About Your Friend
- Does Not Get Jealous of Good Fortune Of Friends
- Be Honest
- Accept Your Friend For Themselves, Don’t Try To Change Them
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
9 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor:
10 If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
11 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
Galatians 6:2
2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Proverbs 17:17
17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.
My friend went on to talk about how my friendship encouraged her when she started blogging and continues to encourage her while she is going through a challenging time. I had no idea she felt like that, especially since I hadn’t done anything special. What I saw as nothing special, she saw as uplifting, inspiring, and encouraging.
The beauty of friendship is that it brings two people together in good times and bad. Be that friend; the one others turn to, the one that keeps a secret, the one that is there in the tough times. You never know what it might mean to someone.
Have A Blessed Day!
To God Goes The Glory!
Love your Sunday posts but this one especially
This was very timely for me. I’ve been struggling trying to hold onto a friendship that I always thought would last for life. I’ve tried for three years make contact with my friend via phone calls, text messages, letters & visits. She hasn’t returned a phone call, was not home when I stopped by, & has only responded with a short one sentence response to all of my text messages. She finally texted & said that I don’t understand … she “chooses” to spend time with her live in boyfriend & doesn’t have time for me. I would never ask anyone to “choose” … to me friendship should be special enough to cherish & complement our life’s! I think it’s more difficult to lose a friend who is alive than one lost in death … because in death there is a final farewell. I decided to let my friend know that I have always valued our friendship, that I’m always here if she needs anything, that I hope someday soon she will have some time to get together, & that I thank God for the times we shared! ❤️
I love this about friends. I know just from this short time of knowing you that you are “ that friend” that listens, supports and all of the good things! I feel blessed to know you now🤗 Happy Sunday friend!
I love your Sunday messages! You are so right about friends. My best friend and I have been friends for sixty years now. We live many states apart, but keep in constant contact. I am so blessed to have her in my life.
Love this! Small things do make a difference. Treat others as you want to be treated ❤️
This was an absolutely beautiful post. I like to think of myself as a good friend, but I think we can always have room for improvement. Thanks for the reminder of what makes a good friend!
Your Sunday posts are always encouraging and just what I need to hear. Thank you for adding them! 🙂
Fortunately I have several of those friends in my life. I haven’t found that ONE person to be all things but I am ok with that now. Sometimes, I feel they run in the other direction when they see me coming, as apparently I am quite needy. I have to reel it in and try not to be too whiny. Thank you for your Sunday posts. I am very thankful you decided to follow the Lord’s nudge.
Thank you! I appreciate you always posting on Sundays and having a daily Bible verse. Good bless you and Merry Christmas!
God blesses us with blog friends like you who listen to God’s leading and share what we need at the perfect moment. God bless you!
Merry Christmas