The Art of Friendship

I've been thinking about the dynamics of friendship lately. In the last several years I have searched God's heart about friendship and He has been faithful in sharing it. First of all, Jesus desires friends. He searches for them. He searches me for friendship. This was an incredible thought to grasp: Jesus wants me to be His friend. Second, Jesus desires for me to build friendships. And the dynamics of these relationships will differ; they will not all be alike in their makeup and chemistry. Third, I must learn to be a good friend; to be the kind of friend I wish to have.
The beauty of friendship is something that cannot be mimicked. When true, authentic friendship is found, the blessings are innumerable. Life is beautiful. To connect with another one of God's creations on a philosophical, spiritual, or emotional level is one step closer to discovering God's incredible design for relationship. I am in awe of His design.
It is my quest to become a friend of God. To faithfully share my heart with Him. The irony is that He is the only one who can teach me how to do this. Jesus, will you teach me how to be your friend? This is my prayer! Sounds silly to cynical minds, but oh the glory in achieving such a connection with the God of the Universe.
Now, to practice the art of friendship in my normal, sometimes mundane, life. Since my life has so drastically changed in the last six months, this is my current thought I bring before God. Sometimes I find myself attempting to create dynamics and connections in relationships. I am challenged to keep my heart before God and continually ask Him what His design and desires are for me, not just in this area, but in every area of my life. So, I ask: Father, what do you have for me now as I embrace my new life as a mother and living in Colorado again? I am so excited about His answer. Living into His design in the most joyous and fulfilling accomplishment a life could have.
The Art of Friendship: I am learning the graceful dance of Friendship. It is unique and full of life in design, and I am committed to fully uncovering it.

These are my thoughts today. I think I will try to blog every Tuesday. I realize it's Monday, but this is not a normal week. So, if you are interested in reading, check on Wednesdays! Happy Monday Night!