A boy in his father's house...

"When I was a boy in my father's house,
still tender, and an only child of my mother,

he taught me and said,
'Lay hold of my words with all your heart;
keep my commands and you will live.' "

Proverbs 4:3-4

Friends Forever

Friends are such a blessing! Recently we just had a formal Proverbs Brunch for the girls at our church. We all memorized a chapter in Proverbs and then recited it to everyone. It was really a great way to study Proverbs as well as fellowship together. After the food and recitation we all had a good time talking, taking pictures, and making memories.

Every time I think about my friends I realize how lucky I am to have them. Friends are such a blessing from God. I know I can count on them to be there for me no matter what. They help remind what a friend I have in Jesus. He's always there for me even when I feel like no one could forgive me for the things I've done. I can always look up to Him for comfort and support. But I praise Him every day for giving me extra helps in my life: my garden of friends.
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(Photography by Emily Schuurmans, Daniel Hanson, and Rick Smith)