Relationships & Peacemaking

Those Who Lack Friends

March 24, 2009 /

David Powlison:

‘Those who lack friends to open themselves unto are cannibals of their own hearts….This communicating of a man’s self to his friends works two contrary effects; for it redoubles joys and cuts griefs in half.’ (Francis Bacon, ‘Of Friendship,’ 1625)

A former pastor of mine often reminded us of these truths and called us to genuine, authentic friendship (the “one anothering” of Scripture).

 I am praying that even today I will BE a friend and GROW even just one or two friendships a little more in grace and intimacy. For it really is not good to be alone.

Blessings on your Tuesday!

Yours,
Tara B.