Devotionals

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A Pattern for Friendship

Because I have a special Friend, called Jesus,
I have an outline crystal clear to see
Of what it means to earn the label “Friendship”
And what I seek in friendships offered me.

When I am happy ~ delirious with some honor,
Jesus, in my corner, steadies me;
When I am seeped in sorrow, scarcely moving,
Then Jesus comes....comfort in His wings.

So, when my friend is honored, I do likewise;
I stand there smiling, genuinely too;
Remembering when other days bring trials
I’ll be there sure, with handshake, firm and true.

There are friendships that deserve the title
More than frivolous chums along life’s way;
Don’t let those friendships lie in dust decaying
But try to add a little love each day.

True friendship just grows stronger, sweeter, dearer,
The longer it abides within our hearts,
We never know when earthly ties will sever,
Or when eternal friendship really starts.

©© 2006 by Joan Clifton Costner
“Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.”
Under His Wings Heavenly Poetry
Joan is a Heavenly Inspirations Author.
This writing may be used in its entirety, with credits in tact,
for non-profit minister

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