The story...
When was I suppose to learn about the value of, and processes for, developing relationships? I greatly valued my family but close relationships didn't happen there - I remained guarded and protected from each of 'em. Didn't happen within grade school were I learned we were all different. The neighborhood friends lasted a few years yet weren't very close. Boy Scouts offered opportunities yet seemed to focus on activities, achievement and rewards. They didn't happen at my local church - I assumed that the right people just weren't there. I found closer relationships among band members and lunch-time friends yet they were situational and not very deep. I didn't have the close boy-girl friendship in high school that some found. The closer relationships that I developed during my college years were really important to me - I learned much about me and others there. My hopes were set on that close relationship that I'd have with my future spouse - I looked forward to meeting her and growing our close relationship together.
I'm so thankful for my relationship with my life partner. We've grown much over the years while working out a right relationship as seen under the truth of God's bright Word.
Might the relationships we desire, to help us live a more full and satisfying life, be found within the only church in town? You've had relationships with many people throughout your life; yet, those within a church will likely be somewhat different. There will be opportunities for: Casual friends who reflect community diversity and principles; Close friends who you may walk side-by-side with toward the common goal; Or, maybe a growing and deeper relationship with a spouse. I hope that you'd find your most satisfying and lasting relationship between you and your Creator - spirit to Spirit.
Just for today...
Were you looking for someone who meets your needs but expects little of you? Maybe you were looking for a pet or a dog?
"Lookin fer love; Pets can't give -Distractedly shallow; Left lonely."
"Body of Christ; God among us - Abounding love; Forever now." Am I a Poet?