Thursday, August 8, 2013

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
(Proverbs 18:24, NKJV)

I have a dear friend by the name of Nan Jones. Our story of the way we started communicating was nothing more than a God-thing. I'd sent one email to her asking a question about writing. I really didn't expect a response from her because she was a writer and speaker. I thought she'd be too busy to answer an email from me, especially not knowing me. Sometimes, we think Jesus is that way. We think He's too busy for little 'ole me. This verse tells us that He sticks closer than any friend or brother. I know that Nan loves me and I know she encourages me, but at the same time, even she can't take the place of the sweet encouragement that the Lord gives. She loves me, but He loves me even more than she ever can no matter how hard she tried. Sweet sisters, if you're in search of a friend today, let me encourage you to run to the greatest friend you'll ever have!

Father, thank You for the friends you've blessed us with. More than that Lord, we thank You for the greatest friend, Jesus. Lord we love and praise You. Amen.

7 comments:

  1. Another beautiful post, Jamie! I'm continually challenged and encouraged by your words. Blessings on you as you continue to bless others through your words. :-)

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  2. Nan is a treasure, Jamie. You're blessed to have such a wonderful friend who loves you with the love of Christ!

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  3. What a beautiful reminder, Jamie. Godly friends are a blessing from the Lord, but no one can replace the Father's presence in our lives. You are a blessing to me and many others!

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  4. What a great post, Jamie. God puts people in our lives who encourage us and love us, but we can go to him any time .

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  5. I love the relationship you and Nan have. What a gift from the Lord!

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  6. Ok little Missy....you just made me cry happy tears. Thank you sweetheart. I love you too. You are absolutely right, the Lord bound our hearts together but He alone is our hope. You're a blessing in my life.

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  7. Beautifully said and wonderfully reminded. I love you JB. Both you and Nan are blessed and are blessings to each of us. Thank you for bringing Jesus closer today with your message. You make my heart smile.

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