My Friend

Exactly, what is a friend? What does the term "friend" mean to you? In my opinion a friend is someone that sticks close to you, who understands you, you have a kindred spirit with your friend, they're not judgemental or envious, nor jealous of you. When you have successful blessings in your life, they're not jealous, they are happy with your success. A friend is someone who is willing to tell you when you're wrong, or when you're making a mistake. They don't do it to be difficult but rather to help you from getting into a bad situation. A true friend is one who is quick to come to your aid. No matter what the circumstances they are with you. That is the way it is with Jesus. He will stay closer to you than any brother. He will always come to you in your worst of times. He will not judge you, but He is there to help you and comfort you. There is a song that says "what a good friend we have in Jesus". That is so true! You could not have a better friend in your life. Knowing that He is always there and He will never leave you or foresake you. When you're at your lowest point He does not shy away from you, but He waits eagerly for you to ask Him for help. We must always bear this in mind, because we go through so many hills and valleys in our life that we need someone to give us hope, and a desire to press on. That hope is in Christ Jesus. He will watch you as you go through your troubles, He's always teaching you even in your struggles, that after you have suffered a while He won't let you suffer more than you can bear. He will pick you up, dust you off, turn you around, and put you back where you belong. He will settle you, strengthen you, and re-establish you. It should feel good knowing that you have a friend like this. We should strive to be the same way towards our friends. We should be supportive, not judgemental, and always have a heart to love and support. This is the way Christ wants us to live and get along with each other. If we love each other the way Christ has loved us, He said there will be a reward at the end of it all.

Blessings to everyone, Jasper.