Ecclesiastes 4:10 - And if one falls down, the other helps, but if there's no one to help, tough! (The Message)
That is a loaded statement, no doubt about it..
How empty do we feel without God? Without Him, life is meaningless. The trials some of us face everyday make it difficult to be independent and to face life alone. I can't do it myself, I need God and I need my close friends to the umpteenth degree. I have learned that God has created us for fellowship with Him and with people.
A couple of things to think about when you yourself are struggling:
1. Allow God into your life. Let Him give you His rope, grab it and hold on tight. Know He won't let go of you.
2. Allow your friends to know about your struggles so they can help you. Talk with them and if you can, ask them to pray with you, not just for you.
3. Be sure to thank God for those close friends as well as thanking your friends for being there for you.
If you are ok, please think about being a friend to someone who needs your support in their struggle. Your encouragement and your being there for them can literally save them from harm.
Think what it would be like to fall down and not have anyone to pick you up.
Nancy
