Jesus, Our Best Friend
I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his masters business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. This is my command: Love each other.1
Believers think of the Savior as Lord, King, or Master, but how often do we see Him as our friend?
This may be difficult for us to understand, but not for Him. Jesus Christ:
Accepts us. Unconditional acceptance means that we can always draw near to the Lord. He may want us to become more like Him, but we continue to be accepted no matter what is happening to us.
Walks with us in testing. God promises that He will never forsake or leave His people (Hebrews 13:5). He is faithful in both good and bad times.
Is always available. He is never too busy to satisfy our needs or answer our prayers.
Listens to us. We can share our doubts, fears, and joys with the Lord because He cares about what is on our mind and wants to hear from us. Whatever we say, even angry screams and tears will always be received with the assurance of His love.
We can find comfort in knowing that the Lord has a plan for every believer and will care for us. Thank Him today for the way He watches over us. As the hymn says, "What a friend we have in Jesus!"
Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, whenever doubts come to me because life gets heavy, remind me that You are not only my Lord, King, or Master, but You are also my Friend, my best Friend. You accept me as I am, for you know everything about me. You walk with me in trials. Even if everyone leaves me, You are always with me. You always have time for me and you always hear my prayers. What a privilege to be able to call you Friend. In the name of Jesus I pray, Amen.
1. John 15:15-17 (NIV).
Today's Encounter was written by: Rosina N.
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Richard (Dick) Innes unless otherwise stated.