In the story of Naaman, we see that his friends bring clarity to the situation. Naaman was the commander of the Aram army and had come to Elisha to heal his leprosy. He was used to others bowing before him because of his position. Elisha did not come out to meet him and sent a …
Taking God out of the box is often challenging, especially for adults. Perhaps this is something you are struggling with. As adults, we like to use reason to figure things out, but faith is not like that. Hebrews 11:1 Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot …
Our faith affects others, which is a fantastic blessing, as it helps others along their spiritual journey. As we go about our lives, we often don’t realize our impact on those around us. Luke tells the story of men who befriended a paralyzed man, and in faith, they carried their friend to Jesus. Luke 5:18 Some …
Choose friends wisely because they have a tremendous influence on our lives. Have you noticed how much a small child watches their parents? Our granddaughter is fifteen months old and no longer wants to sit in a highchair or use baby utensils because she wants to be like her parents. Even infants are absorbing more …
What do I do when friends let me down? It is only a matter of time, and people will let you down because of our sinful nature. People are selfish, including each of us, and we often put our needs above others. The people you depend on, such as friends, family, and co-workers, may at …
Bringing your friends to Jesus is a gift the Lord has given each person of faith. The Lord used someone to get you to Jesus. Each of us has a story of how the Lord called us to faith. 1 Cor. 3:6I (Paul) planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it …
The most defining aspect of your life is not how wealthy you, your occupation, or any other worldly measure, but is your heart open to Jesus? Are you willing to have Jesus as your Savior? The Scriptures defines our life as a flower or a shadow because compared to eternity it is so short. Job14:2 We …
Have you ever had a friend who made a difference during a difficult situation? How did that change your life? What does this tell you about the importance of friendships? While it takes effort to be a friend, it benefits us and those around us. Elisha knew how to be a friend of his …