A Powerful Friend
I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, (Philippians 3:10).
Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14
Song: “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”
We have different levels of friends. Among them are special friends, such as one of mine who recently passed away and left for her Heavenly home. We were on the same wave length; a friend I could confide in about personal problems. We also know people in our neighborhoods, at stores we shop, and so on. We know their faces, maybe their names, but we might not really know these people well. And then with others we might have working relationships, but not know much more about their lives outside of work. Then there may be others we’d like to know better.
Jesus is the friend that I mostly want to know better. I want Him to be more than a mere acquaintance, even more than a close friend. He is the most influential friend we will ever find. He knows our secrets and innermost thoughts and still loves us. He knows all our problems and the answers to each one. He knows how to fix what hurts us. I want to know this powerful friend and fellowship with Him not just because of what He can do for me but because I love Him for who He is and what He has already done.
Lord Jesus, thank You for such an amazing invitation to make You my friend. It is amazing to think that mere people can be intimate friends with an all-powerful God. We are humbled, blessed, and privileged. In the name of my most powerful friend, amen.