In the appearances of Jesus after the resurrection, we see what kind of friend He is, one that reassures and affirms.
Moreover, Jesus tells the disciples that he chose them. Making a friend is a decision. We meet somebody. We get to know them. We enjoy their company, find things in common. That’s how friendship develops. When we choose to be friends with someone, we are entering a relationship that we expect to deepen. Imagine God wanting me to get to know Him better.
A God inspired by man might have certainly risen from the dead, but perhaps in a more spectacular fashion, trailing flashing light and showing us who’s boss. Jesus did not do this because friends aren’t supposed to.
Thanks Victoria, the friendship research made me think about investing more time on building friends for the sake of friendships, and not attached to anything else.
The resource seems consistent with what I have experienced except for 1 thing. Once in a while there is someone who is an instant friend who I know I can trust right from the start. Don’t know how that happens except that it’s a gift.
In the appearances of Jesus after the resurrection, we see what kind of friend He is, one that reassures and affirms.
Moreover, Jesus tells the disciples that he chose them. Making a friend is a decision. We meet somebody. We get to know them. We enjoy their company, find things in common. That’s how friendship develops. When we choose to be friends with someone, we are entering a relationship that we expect to deepen. Imagine God wanting me to get to know Him better.
A God inspired by man might have certainly risen from the dead, but perhaps in a more spectacular fashion, trailing flashing light and showing us who’s boss. Jesus did not do this because friends aren’t supposed to.
And friends shouldn’t need to.
Fascinating post! The information about friendship was enlightening. Thank you!
Thanks Victoria, the friendship research made me think about investing more time on building friends for the sake of friendships, and not attached to anything else.
The resource seems consistent with what I have experienced except for 1 thing. Once in a while there is someone who is an instant friend who I know I can trust right from the start. Don’t know how that happens except that it’s a gift.