Friends

I really wish to blog about friends today. So many people that I know do not have one single friend.The bible says ^{Prov. 18:24 "}A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother." First of all, Jesus is my best friend. He is closer than a brother. He paid a debt that I could not pay, therefore, I owe him my all.
I have 6 or 8 friends, that will be there for me whenever I call. I also will be there for them too. I need friends, and we have a great time together. We have birthdays together, parties, and just get together. In 1978 I was told that as a pastor I could not be close to anyone.
I lived like that for many years, and was very sad. Ten years ago, I broke that mold, and started to friend good friends. I can laugh out loud, and tell good jokes, and just be quiet with my friends. My friends also tell me when I am getting out of line. The bible says that a good friend will tell you your faults. I appreciate this, and am a better man for it.
If you are lonely, and do not have any friends, just stop and ask God for some new friends. Start with one friend, and build your friendship from there. I can truly say that I am a happy man. My wife and I share our hearts and feelings with our friends. My prayer for you is that you will reach out and find some new friends. Have great day.