July 14, 2010

Research has shown that friendship fights disease, emotional problems and other ailments(New York Times, April 20, 2009). Having friends is good for one’s health. We tend to be pretty private and too busy for friendship! Yet, it seems that making time for friendly, social interaction can be a matter of life or death.

When we speak of forging a spiritual friendship and seeking accountability, these could make the difference between an arrid prayer life or a dynamic one. Dr. George Guthrie called our attention to two Bible texts: Proverb 17: 17 and Proverb 27:6!

( Dr. George speaking on the importance of having godly friends.)

Esmie sang powerfully from her whole heart! Her testimony was made more poignant by the fact that she wasn’ t expected to live nor be able to raise a family because of her weak heart. Tonight, she was able to encourage a mother whose young adult daughter faces a similar physical challenge as Esmie’s at that age.

We thanked God for the friends He brings into our lives, and we prayed for those seeking for meaningful friendships. I was so struck with how people gathered together and prayed for one another AFTER H.o.P.E had long ended. Friendships are built at the House of Prayer every week. There may be someone who needs special attention and kindness, but slipped by unnoticed? May God open our eyes and heart to notice, and then, may God give us the wisdom and courage to do something to demonstrate godly care.

House of Prayer is a great place to be reminded that God is near and wants to be known by us and…be our Friend.

I’m no longer calling you servants because servants don’t understand what their master is thinking and planning. No, I’ve named you friends because I’ve let you in on everything I’ve heard from the Father.-John15:15

Praying for our joy…and hope for the journey:)
-PastorSabine