I have a friend. Our lives often move in opposite directions and our friendship will hibernate for months, sometimes. But then we find ourselves face to face and it is as if no time has passed at all. The little burst of joy I get at these mini-reunions is like ice-cold tea on a blazing summer afternoon...unexpected, delightful, and refreshing!
I have another friend. Our relationship is much the same as my first friend but with one minor difference...the hibernation periods go for years sometimes.
I have another friend. She's my wife and we share this life. I am extremely thankful for that. There is so much more to share about her but I prefer to keep that a mystery.
I have a bunch of little friends...my children. I balance friendship with fathering, mentoring, teaching, training, pastoring, guiding, and various other roles.
I also have another Friend. He has saved me and loves me unconditionally in a manner that challenges me and often confuses me. I sometimes don't feel that I know Him very well...or at least as well as I ought. But one day I know our relationship will transform into something that will encompass and surpass my other friendships. I hope that day comes soon. I am very interested to see how it all will work out.
