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Day 9 - A Friend to God

Finally, let us consider what it means to be a friend to God. If we consider our natural friendships, what friendship that is only one-sided lasts for very long? Perhaps if both of us are unhealthy it will last longer than it should, but any good friendship involves both parties contributing and loving the other.  

That being said, God sets a pretty great standard of love toward us. But just like any other friendship, sometimes we have to get to know the other person before we really let them in. God is big enough that He always goes first. He loved us first. He sacrificed first. He died first and then He invites us to follow Him. The more we know we are loved by Him, the more it compels us to love Him back. Mind you this isn’t out of obligation but out of delight.  

And just like any other friend, God wants to be known by us…not us simply know a lot about Him. Some of my favorite conversations with Him have come from asking questions about Him that we know nothing about. For instance, maybe sometime ask Him how He never sinned when He was a teenager. Ask Him about things He likes and dislikes. And listen to what He has to say. 

Today, evaluate if you are growing in knowing God or simply knowing about God. Begin to make a list of things you would love for Him to tell you about Himself. How can you begin to be a good friend back to Him? Consider the love languages and how you can apply them to God.