- Take a step of courage and place yourself in situations where you can meet people, like a church, social clubs or book club involving your interests. Say yes to invitations for gatherings you would otherwise find an excuse to not attend.
- If you want a friend – be a friend. Get involved in service or ministry opportunities. You will be connecting with others who are serving and who are in need of help.
- Proverbs 22:11 says – He who loves with a pure heart and whose speech is gracious will have the king for his friend. Keep your motives pure. Avoid manipulation and don’t desire someone’s friendship for social status or other selfish reasons.
- Don’t rush it. People desperate for friends often overwhelm potential friends by getting too personal too quickly. This can scare off acquaintances that might otherwise become friends over time. Deep, lasting friendships take time to develop. [Read more…]
Life often seems unfair, doesn’t it? Because of this, many conclude that God is unreasonable in his demands. This is what a man named Job thought. As you probably remember, Job was a man who lost his all of his children, his wealth, his health, and his reputation.
The story of the prodigal son is intriguing because it mirror’s God the Father’s view of you. Like the father in the story, His eyes are always fixed on the crest of the hill, longing to see you coming over the horizon on your way home.
According to the CDC, approximately one person takes their own life every 12 minutes in the U.S. Unfortunately, suicide has become the third leading cause of death for ages 15- to 24-year-olds. If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know there is hope. There are some steps you can take to break free from suicidal thoughts. 