Christian Poems

Friendship

Lord Jesus, thank You for the friendships I've been gaining recently. There's been nights I've cried to You, begging for just one friend. Now I have ten-fold. But it's all because of You.

My Christian co-worker told me about a Bible Study group at a store in the mall, and I went! And how wonderful it's been. I've gotten phone numbers and added into the youth group chat.

I've even brought a friend along! I can't wait to bring more people because this place truly feels like home. It's so Holy Spirit filled. Now,  I can't wait for Friday evenings. The hours spent there seem so short.

Because these times, singing, diving into the Word and praying over others is so much fun. Being with these people is awesome. I've even went hiking with them! I can't wait to see what the coming warmer months will bring for us.

But, I pray God, that our friendships are fruitful. That we come together to glorify Your Name. That we have fun and radiate Your light. May we sharpen each other, encourage each other and love each other as You love.

Help me to not put our friendships above You in all the excitement. Help me not to struggle with fear of missing out. Help me be okay with missing plans if it happens.

It just seems, that I feel like if I'm not constantly present in relationships with people, then I'd fade from importance. If I don't go out as often as others, I'm not as liked. But that's ridiculous.

I know it is.

It's just how my mind has always worked. Id always strive to be everywhere people go, be quick to text back and try and make myself available despite it might not working out.

Im glad I have such friends as these. I'm happy You provided, Lord. So, why do I have a bit of pride? I want to be well liked. Not necessarily everybody's favorite. I suppose it's selfish to want to be even one person's favorite.

It's probably not even that. I just wanna have close relationships. Not necessarily with everyone, but a good number. I wanna be able to bring something to the table for everyone. My diverse likes and experiences could contribute to different people within the group.

I just wanna be a person they can rely on. Someone they feel comfortable and safe around. Someone they know is spontaneous to do things with.

God, keep my heart pure. Help me to be the friend I want.

Help me bear fruits and help Your light shine through me. Bless these people, Lord Jesus.

Bless our friendship