How is it that we get in to a position with someone of 'ironing sharpening iron' as Proverbs 27:17 says? If we seek out only friends who are not Christian or who are new Christians, will we have the opportunity to sharpen them? Sure, but will they sharpen us? Maybe, but most likely the sharpening will occur as recounting Biblical truths we already know rather than us being approached with new, challenging information. For this reason it is important to not only seek out relationships where we're comfortable, but also find some where we will be challenged to grow in Christ.
I'll be the first to admit I love comfortable, close friendships. We all want bosom buddies that see the world as we see it, and are living amidst this sinful culture the same as we are. It's a true breath of fresh air to find someone who interprets the Bible the way we do, but the question to ask ourselves is: are we growing more like Christ as a result of the friendship, or are we at least able to influence the other person toward Christ? If neither of these is happening, maybe it's something to pray about.
We only have so much time for friendships, especially as home schooling moms, so let's choose wisely--prayerfully!
I'll be the first to admit I love comfortable, close friendships. We all want bosom buddies that see the world as we see it, and are living amidst this sinful culture the same as we are. It's a true breath of fresh air to find someone who interprets the Bible the way we do, but the question to ask ourselves is: are we growing more like Christ as a result of the friendship, or are we at least able to influence the other person toward Christ? If neither of these is happening, maybe it's something to pray about.
We only have so much time for friendships, especially as home schooling moms, so let's choose wisely--prayerfully!
Proverbs 27:17
New American Standard Bible (NASB)
17 Iron sharpens iron,
So one man sharpens another.
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