The Importance of Friends

by | Dec 10, 2019 | Christmas

Order by December 19th to ensure delivery by Christmas!*

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS FOR YOUR HEART AND HOME is a Christmas Devotional that focuses on EVERYDAY LIFE LESSONS from Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, and the Shepherds.

It also includes DECORATING TIPS from award winning interior designer Lisa T. Grimes to help make your home more inviting!


Luke 1:39,
“At that time, Mary got ready and hurried to the town in the hill country of Judea…”

Pregnant by the Holy Spirit…

Scripture does not tell us how or when Mary, the mother of Jesus, shared the news of her  with her parents and Joseph.  We’re merely told she “got ready and hurried” to visit her pregnant cousin, Elizabeth.

I wonder why Mary wasted no time in leaving for Elizabeth’s. Maybe she needed time to process such major news with someone who was older in the faith.  After all, Elizabeth had experienced the supernatural hand of God in her circumstances as well.

Or maybe Mary desperately needed to talk to someone who spoke her faith language.   Someone who would not doubt her very hard to believe story.  And someone who would affirm her calling, which Elizabeth did the moment Mary walked through the door!

Elizabeth’s confirmation (without Mary sharing a word) must have been like refreshing cold water on a hot, summer day.

It’s so important to have friends who speak your faith language.  Friends who are at a similar place in their walk with the Lord as you are. Friends who can encourage you when down. Someone who gently holds you accountable.

Notice the Bible doesn’t indicate that Mary had multiple friends she turned to – just one. Elizabeth. One is all that’s needed.

Do you have friends like this? A friend with whom you can be transparent and authentic. If not, ask God to give you an Elizabeth. True friendships like this are a treasure.

*(Applies to local deliveries only as delivery times may vary depending on destination)


THE LAST LUNCHEON OF 2019!

Friday December 13th!

$15 early registration | $22 at the door

MacGregor Downs Country Club
430 St. Andrews Lane, Cary, NC

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Doors Open: 11:15am
General Session:  11:45am – 1:00

 


We are so excited to have Shari Braendel, founder of Fashion Meets Faith, join us for our ONE WOMAN conference in 2020! 

Every one in attendance will have a color analysis done!

Shari is an author, Christian Speaker, fashion editor and a professional image consultant. She is passionate about sharing the love of Christ through the avenue of outer appearance in a culture driven world that is so out of balance in it’s thinking of how we see ourselves. Confidence matters and she shows women the way to claim Christ, dignity and respect.

Grab your ONE WOMAN conference tickets today! 

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