Friends

This Saturday, one of my best friends is having her graduation party. Since she is home schooled and doesn't get an "official" graduation, she's invited her close friends and family to a formal dinner. We are being asked to bring in an encouraging note/story so that she can read it at the party.

Writing the note to her has made me realize just how valuable her friendship is to me. Both of us have a common passion for Jesus, and that is evident in all the conversation we have. Every time I talk to her or see her, even if it's just for a moment, I am inspired by her commitment to following Christ. She is one of my only friends with whom I can talk to about spiritual thing - not because I'm not comfortable with other people, but because she is comfortable with me. Not many people today are willing to open up and be real with others, but when you do find someone like that, it is an enormous blessing.

I am thankful today for her friendship, and for all the other friendships that draw me closer to the Lord and help me on my walk. After all, God never meant for us to be alone on this journey.