Friendships bring pleasantness to one’s life, but the
greatest treasure is the earnest counsel that springs from a true comrade.
While all advice must be properly weighed and measured, even the wounds of a
trusted friend lifts and blesses our soul. Earthly love always comes laden with
human imperfections, but when authentically offered, it has flashes of God’s
amazing, perfect love. Heavenly Father, thank You for my many friends. Each one
offers a facet of Your face. I especially thank You for those who love so
deeply they offer honest counsel. Help me be that kind of friend to others.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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