Have you
ever been let down by people who you thought were your friends? I have, and it
hurts. It makes you wonder if friends are worth the bother especially if they
are not going to support you when you need them most. The fifth element of The
Daniel Plan deals with friends. We all need people in our lives that will encourage us and be a positive influence.
When you are
making life changes in your faith, diet, fitness, and with your mind you are
going to need someone who will journey with you. That’s where the rubber meets
the road and your talk and walk matches up. I am constantly amazed at how quick
people can turn on you and not be supportive.
Within the
body of Christ followers we are told to: “Share
each other’s troubles and problems, and in this way obey the law of Christ.”
– Galatians 6:6 I have my wife and a good friend that I work with who helps me
obey this principle. We do not judge each other but keep each other accountable
to God’s Word.
This model
should be practiced by all believers. In fact Jesus says: “A new command I give you: Love one another.
As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my
disciples, if you love one another.” – John 13:34-35
So we show Jesus to the world and our dedication to Him by how we love
one another. Sounds like a habit worth forming. Doesn’t it?
Jesus can change your life - heart, mind, body, soul, and habits. Be proactive - seek and you will find. Read The Daniel Plan by Rick Warren (full of God's Word) and check out the Daniel Plan Website Here
