When Two or Three Gather

Yesterday I briefly mentioned taking the time to regularly hang out with a good friend for encouragement and prayer.

I honestly think this is one of the best things you can do for your marriage and personal sanity.

I have a friend I regularly meet at a local coffee shop (where they serve eggnog as cream during the holiday season, woohoo!). We laugh, share, listen, pray and sometimes read and discuss books. We keep each other honest and give each other a safe place to explore ideas and concepts. (It’s also nice to have another perspective when you’re concerned about something.)

I realize this kind of relationship doesn’t just fall into your lap. Start by praying and looking around at the gals in your life. Perhaps invite someone out for coffee or invite a couple of gals over for tea at your kitchen table. Look for one or two ladies who are hungry to grow and change.

If you struggle with conversation, ask someone if they want to do a book study with you. As you go through the book (perhaps one chapter a week or just go at your own pace) you develop a relationship and conversation becomes easier.

A few years back, another friend and I created a few questions that we asked each other each week. It kept us focused on those areas where we needed to grow.

Basically you and a friend (or two, keep it very small) can shape your get together any way you wish. The point is that two are better than one. We are not meant to walk alone and a good friend is invaluable.

Friends are those rare people who ask how you are and then wait for the answer. Author Unknown

Prayer Prompt ♥ Ask God for one or two good friends that will want to grow with you.

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(in)courage: Why You Don’t Have to Hold it Together During the Holidays Trying to be perfect is exhausting.

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