There is only one secure foundation: a genuine, deep relationship with Jesus Christ, which will carry you through any and all turmoil. No matter what storms are raging all around, you'll stand firm if you stand on His love.
Charles StanleyRead
In our friendships we have to be wise that we choose godly people to be our friends. Somebody might say, well does that mean that you should never have a lost person as your friend? No, I wouldn't say that. But you can't have the same intimacy with a lost person that you can with a godly person in whom the Holy Spirit is living.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Choose your friends wisely, prioritizing those who share your values.
This quote emphasizes the importance of selecting friends who reflect one's moral and spiritual beliefs. While it acknowledges the possibility of befriending those who do not share the same faith, it stresses that the depth of connection achieved with individuals who live a godly life is uniquely profound and should be cherished.
Themes
FriendshipWisdomValuesIntimacySpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of positive relationships.
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