Godly Friendships

Unhealthy relationships can be exhausting.

Especially if they don't have a steady flow of taking and giving.

What does an unhealthy relationship look like?

TAKE ...TAKE and TAKE some more.

We all go through seasons when we are struggling and we are in

need of extra support. But if that season never ends it can be a problem.

Learning to set healthy boundaries in our relationships is key.

I was sitting and talking with a friend yesterday. As we sipped our coffee she opened up to me saying " I feel as though I am cutting out so many people from my life in this season."

Yes, it can be necessary to distance yourself or cut out relationships if they are unhealthy. But be certain and speak to God about it. Many times He wants us to keep going and push through. And trust that He will restore it & change the person's heart & even your heart.

It's important to make sure that in the process we aren't cutting out healthy relationships, because we are hurting and afraid to trust again in response to the unhealthy friendships.

That is indeed lots to think about. Where can we start today? We can start by learning to be a solid friend ourselves. My goal in my relationships is to leave people energized after spending time with me. Yes, sometimes I do need to vent. Yet I try to always leave on a happy note:

1. I ask my friends to pray with me

2. I begin to declare positive things over my life and situation.

God has built us for connection since the very beginning. In His word, He shares over and over again the importance of unity. I truly believe it is time to re-evaluate our friendships.

It is time to learn more and more what it means to be a Godly Friend.

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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Leadership Advancement - Day 1