friendship

A Good Hope

by Rachelle Rea January 15, 2012
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May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word. —2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 Leah wrote the two short verses inside of a simple card. She sealed the envelope with [...]

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Best Friends

by Cathi-Lyn Dyck April 3, 2011
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Previously, I wrote about good girlfriend relationships, and the balancing act of good male-female friendships. This time around, I want to ask you this: Who’s your best friend in the world? Lots of us would say Jesus, but I’m intentionally drawing a distinction here. God’s our best friend in heaven and earth, but while we’re [...]

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Marriage and Friendship, Part 2

by Cathi-Lyn Dyck February 3, 2011
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Last time, we talked about uprooting heart attitudes that destroy our friendships, and seeking mutual Christian upbuilding with other women. I suggested at that time that if we haven’t got that sorted out, we’re not necessarily in a good place to evaluate whether male-female friendships are a wise prospect. I believe that healthy friendship should [...]

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Caring Confrontation

by Jan Lutz March 26, 2008
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My friend told me her secret sin She doesn’t think it’s wrong I want to do what’s best for her Since we’ve been friends so long. I could just overlook it Pretend I didn’t hear But I must do what’s best for me So my conscience is clear. First I must seek guidance So fervent [...]

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A Merciful Friendship Mess

by Stacy Miller August 29, 2006
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I love sharing personal lessons from my life in hopes that others can learn from my mistakes. To me, it is a way to redeem those painful experiences, making all things work together for good (Romans 8:28). The story I share here was a huge “life lesson” to me. I gained much wisdom in regard [...]

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