One of the best examples of a friendship filled with green flags in the Bible is that of David and Jonathan. David and Jonathan loved each other selflessly and purely, as shown in 1 Samuel 18:1, “the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.” Their friendship was beyond enjoying one another’s company; it was rooted in the Lord and in the desire to see His will accomplished. This meant Jonathan supported David, even when Jonathan’s own father, Saul, was against him. These two men remind us that godly friendship is something to pray for and pursue.
Godly friendships will yield a harvest of great fruit and a garden of green flags. They often result from seeking who God desires to walk alongside you in this season and are friendships only He could take credit for bringing about. Ask the Lord to reveal what He wants for you, specifically in friendships, and to highlight the green flags to be aware of and dearly esteem.
Related Resource: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World
Have you ever felt like you’re falling behind in life? Like everyone else is getting married, starting families, launching ministries, or stepping into their callings—while you’re still waiting? If so, you are not alone. And more importantly, you’re not too late. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of speaking with Rebecca George about her new book, You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World. In a culture that tells us to hustle, strive, and “make it happen,” Rebecca offers a beautiful invitation to wait well—to rest in God’s presence, release resentment, and find joy in the meantime.If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to The Love Offering on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an episode!
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