We all desire a friend. At least one good friend. A friend who's willing to be there through thick and thin.

But, it is almost impossible in these days for us to have a friend who stays in the same town, city or area as we do.  Maybe it is we who move dwelling places, and our friend of long standing must stay back for reasons of his/her own.

It is inevitable that family moves away from one another in these days.  It used to be that we could always depend on some family members continuing to live in close proximity in one area and we, if having left, could come back for visits or holiday celebrations.  But this is getting further and further the case for most people in the world.

Everyone is scattered.  The world entices us to travel and hastily make decisions for our future.  We move at the drop of a hat, thinking the grass is greener "over there."

But we can have a Forever Friend who is with us at all times, even when we have to move away from our friends of the flesh.

He is the Perfect Friend.  He will never lie to you.  He will hear all you have to say, even the things you could not tell your friend of the flesh.  He understands like no other.  He desires to help you.

His name is Jesus, Lord, Saviour, Redeemer and Friend. He answers to any of those names and so many more!

Today a prayer was answered when I arose.  My Friend had worked on it all night.  Only the previous night had I asked for help.  I had carried the problem long enough and how perfectly and beautifully He wove all the jagged edges together and made everything whole again!

No friend in this world could have done what He did!  Looking at the problem - it was unfixable.  But my Forever Friend did know the answer and waited for me to relinquish it to Him and in a few short hours all was renewed.

Get to know your Forever Friend. He is waiting to hear from you!

Friend, Jesus truly knows what is in our heart!  He knows all the nooks and crannies, all the secret passageways, the dark corners, all the sin pathways, and the hopes and dreams we have stored away in hope - for better days and circumstances.

He knows our heart better than we know it.  He sees what is lurking there from the past to jump up and grab us and tear us down again.  All the demonic forces that pull the strings of the heart, He sees them at work.

We must give Him permission to help us clean up those dark recesses and evil intents. Soon they are going to destroy us.  Now is the time to relent and recognize that He, our Lord  loves us and Wills that we become His, safe under His wings of comfort and care like little ducklings weathering the storm of life.  Later He will show us how to be strong and walk boldly in His Will knowing that nothing is impossible for us, in Him.

First to go is the steady concentration on "self" that we have developed from infancy.  We must learn to concentrate on Jesus and allow Him to concentrate on us in return.  This is the correct Way forward in the Christian life.

Find comfort and encouragement in the Holy Bible knowing that the Holy Spirit has left us something tangible that we can hold and read, that will connect us with the thoughts of God.

Friend, today you have woken up to a new day. Rejoice!

Today you can decide to begin anew. Rejoice!

Ask for forgiveness for the past and recieve Forgiveness from the Lord - and begin a new day filled with promise for a life that is pleasing to the Redeemer of your soul and from the clutches of satan. 

This is why Christians the world over can have joy in their soul.  We know we serve a forgiving God. 

Jesus is the Creator, He speaks and His Will is done, perfectly.  All He does is perfectly Pure. Holy. He does not make mistakes.

If you feel the pull towards Him then acquiesce and get on board with Him, fully committed, knowing He will go before you to be your Guide.

Rejoice then that you have received Saving Grace for your journey.  His Mercies will be new every morning.

Each day walk in the knowledge that you are Loved by Almighty God, because you have chosen His Son, Jesus to be your Saviour.  You have found favour with the Lord! 

Rejoice!

Friend, walking along the Christian Path can be difficult, but the Lord asks us never to despair or allow depression to rule our mind.

He will help us through the trials and tribulations of the flesh and soul.  The Way when first we become a believer can be rocky because we have lived for so many years in doubt, denial, lies and deceit.  Satan will use those strongholds he has built up in your mind and body to keep you bound in chains.

But, Jesus can break those chains.  Just allow him full rein to do as He pleases.  Let His design for your new Pathway to Him be the one that you allow, and follow him along that Path.  Let Him be the one who teaches and guides your soul into new territory of the Spirit.

He asks us to be helpful to others just as He is being helpful to us.  Let that healing, loving energy flow through you into the lives of those you love and out into the world of friends and acquaintances and neighbours, even to strangers.

Today decide to not give way to satan and the illnesses he has filled your mind with.  Clean them out one by one - anger, hate, pride, ego, laziness, lying, stealing, manipulating others, cruelty, etc.

Do today that which Jesus has been urging you to do. Step boldly into the world and know that God loves you and has made a Way for you to be forgiven. Belief in His Son brings forgiveness.  He has said it and He is not a liar.

Friend, be joyful and happy that you know the Risen Christ.  He is your Friend, Saviour, Life, Love and Peace.  In Him you can rest. In Him you can do all things you must do to contine living and have an abundant and meaningful life.

In Him you can accept the Gift of Forgiveness that sets you free from the binds of Satan.

Tell Jesus, " I accept the Free Gift of Salvation and Forgiveness!" and go forward into the Light.

Friend, have you discovered that there is Power in using the name of Jesus according to His Will and Law?

This is a benefit of being a born again Christian.  Knowing there is Power in His Name is so empowering to the soul.

Never be afraid to say His Name or call on Him by name when in need.

Demons flee when we call on Him in faith, putting ourselves last and Him first.  They know who He Is.  He is All That Is. He can do all things and He does help His beloved.

Staying close to Him and enjoying fellowship with Him will keep evil at bay and open the doors of heaven to us. Asking for our needs according to His Will and in the Name of Jesus will bring about changes in our life and show evil that we have a Deliverer and a Mighty Warrior who fights battles for us.

When we reveal to satan and his demons that we are aligned by faith with Jesus, he knows he will not win the war for our soul.  All he can do is create little battles all around us as an annoyance and hope we will succumb by having less faith.

But, friend, have big faith.  The Lord is with you, He loves you and you have the privilege of calling on Him by name, "Jesus."

Never be afraid to say His Name.

Jesus, Jesus, lover of my soul, how I love You, Lord! Be with me always and help me to keep my heart and mind focused on You, Jesus.

Friend, as in anything in life, the quicker we accept a situation, the sooner we are able to move forward, uninterrupted by obstacles our mind puts in our way.

So it is with faith in God.  Choosing to empty our mind of all the negatives and open up to the possibilities of Gods' Word, allows us to move forward with Jesus as our Guide and Mentor.  Now, we have a mind and heart that is willing to hear, listen carefully and learn.

When we have this frame of mind, things we need to know that the Lord has placed in front of us, are suddenly illuminated and we can see clearly everything He wants to show us.

All the Promises of God for us; we begin to see that they are not just for others, but we too, are able to receive them for our lives.

Without faith, how do we pray?  Without faith in God, how will He hear us?  A desperate call He does hear but just asking for things without faith will never bring them to you.  Evil may step in and give you what you pray for but remember who holds those purse strings. Satan and his demons, that's who. 

Choose to have faith and ask God for the ability to grow in faith.

Friend, God owns "all that is," both the seen and unseen.

He can supply all your needs.

He is the King and Judge.

He is your Only Supplier.

In business we have many suppliers. We buy a few supplies from many suppliers - other businesses. 

We depend on them to fulfill our orders just as we have ordered.  We do not like an order that gets delivered with some items missing.  It halts our business or causes delays for our customers.

But, God never runs out of what we need!

He will supply all our needs according to His riches.

His supply lines are Wisdom, Salvation, Love, Grace, Mercy, Truth, Forgiveness, Joy, Comfort, Kindness, Liberty, Patience, Obedience, Promise, Prayer, Gentleness, Courage, Contentment, Thankfulness, Guidance, Faith.

Surely in His Supply there is something you need.  Ask Him for it. It's yours according to your faith.

As you become more aware and faithful, the supply door opens and your cup fills up to overflowing with anything you ask for.

Believe in Jesus and ask for the supplies you need.  He will not deny you.  You are the one who has the choice to receive or deny what you asked for.