Where would I be without my friends and family? My friends and family mirror God's goodness and love in my life. Others do also, just in a different way. Even those I thought were my friends that disappointed me. Even those who weren't friends. Even those annoying people who cut me off in traffic! Notice the Proverb just says 'one person' not necessarily a friend. These act as sandpaper to my soul to reshape my attitude and ability to appreciate more those who have loved me, prayed for me, listened when I "bubble and snot" , have a hissy fit and process what the world throws my way. Even those who are difficult, inconsiderate, treacherous and downright hurtful have been used to make me grateful and more aware of the person I do not want to be. The life I do not want to live. These experiences teach me how to set boundaries about what I will allow in my life and how to respond, not react. Going through hard times makes me mindful that things aren't always what they seem with someone else and a little kindness can go a long way. Sometimes being right and doing the right thing aren't the same thing. Sharpening iron can be a rough process, but the end result is something smooth, beautiful and of more value. God wants warriors, not whiners.
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