THERE IS A FRIEND WHO IS CLOSER THAN A BROTHER


 


"Many companions may cause harm, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24 


Life is a great teacher, and it teaches us many things. One of the important lessons it teaches is understanding the people we live with. It's hard to truly know someone until troubles arise. Only then do you see what kind of person they really are? 


Today's verse says, "Many companions may cause harm..." and we have witnessed many people whose lives were ruined because of friends. However, there are also people whom God brings into our lives, as the verse continues: "there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." These are the people who stand by you during tough times, helping you through difficulties until you come out safely. 


The key theme in today's message is loyalty. Loyalty has become a great challenge in our current society. There is widespread betrayal, starting within our families and among the friends around us. When you face challenges, instead of standing by your side and helping you, some people rejoice in your struggles, while others turn against you and attack you. 


There is also significant betrayal when it comes to money. You may have lend or helped a close friend financially, trusting that they would repay you because of your friendship. However, they did not, and as a result, many people today have fallen into debt and serious financial problems because they tried to help their friends. 


If you've gone through this situation, the first thing to do is ask God for the grace to forgive, forgive them for your own sake. Whatever you lost, God will restore to you in abundance. Also, pray for God to bless you with faithful friends. And remember, Jesus is our greatest friend who is always with us and has never left you. Trust in Him, and He will help you. 


Prayer: Lord Jesus, I thank You for being a true friend. I ask that You separate me from bad people and bless me with loyal friends. Amen. 



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