Remembrance Day And Friends
Friday November 10, 2017
On Remembrance Day we honour veterans who fought for peace and freedom in World Wars, the Korean War, and more recently in Middle East conflicts.
Currently, residents of some countries are fearful about the test missiles that are flying over them and these countries need the solidarity, friendship and military support of other nations. When we see men and women who fought in past wars parade to cenotaphs around the country, we are reminded once again that in war we need friends who will stand shoulder to shoulder with them and fight for freedom.
Currently, residents of some countries are fearful about the test missiles that are flying over them and these countries need the solidarity, friendship and military support of other nations. When we see men and women who fought in past wars parade to cenotaphs around the country, we are reminded once again that in war we need friends who will stand shoulder to shoulder with them and fight for freedom.
One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Proverbs 18:24, Hebrews 13:5 NIV)
In the fight to overcome our addiction we too need friends. Our recovery doesn't come easily. It's important not to be arrogant and think we're stronger and less vulnerable than others. We need friends to come alongside us and we need to come alongside others who are challenged and need support as they face their struggles. We need to encourage each other by sharing our experience, strength, and hope on the journey to freedom.
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. (Romans 8:35, 37 NIV)
All of us need the friendship of God who promises to never leave us nor forsake us. We need the power of God’s Holy Spirit living in us to provide the strength we need to resist temptation. With God’s mighty power working in us, we know that even though we face formidable enemies of our soul, we will ultimately win the war.
Prayer: Loving God, Help us to live in healthy committed friendships as we move forward in our recovery. Thank you for your love that holds us close and shelters us in times of trouble. Amen
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