UCB. WFT Choose the Right Friends (2) Monday 29th December 2014 Two people are better off than one. Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT Take the initiative. Dont wait to be introduced. Say hello and get the other persons name. If youre naturally shy, it can be hard taking the first step. But the chances are that the other person feels the same, and when you start talking youll find things in common. Take a risk. If you like somebody, go a little deeper and mention a small struggle, fear, or disappointment youve experienced. Its called manageable risk, and it lets you gauge how the other person responds. If theyre caring and identify with what youre saying, thats a good sign. If they shut down, try to fix you, or act critical, it may be time to move on. Invite them to join you. If everything else works out, exchange phone numbers and invite the other person for coffee or lunch. Then go for a second meeting and give it a little time; that way youll know if its a friendship worth developing. Go where people hang out. There are lots of places to connect, like church, the gym, school, a play group, or volunteer service. Be willing to leave your comfort zone and try new situations. Remember that God uses all kinds of friendships to fulfill His purpose. One prominent preacher says: There are friends who were instrumental in my blessing, although they never embraced or affirmed me. These are the Judas sector that exists in the life of every child of God...the ones who cause you the most pain. They wound...and betray you, but through their betrayal Gods will can be executed in your life. Ask God for a friend, then go out and make one!
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