Real relationships grow over time. Facebook has made it much easier to connect with old friends, but even before all of the social networking opportunities, all relationships take work. If you are married, you know exactly what I mean. Marriage is all about learning to be selfless, and learning to serve one another in love. I love talking to people who have been married for more than 50 years, and a common denominator in all long term marriages is that the have learned that living selflessly, and giving yourself fully to your mate is how these marriages have stood the test of time. It works in friendships too. To stay connected with friends takes work. You probably like being around your friends because they have similar interests. Find ways to do things together, and to be real when you are with them. I have friends that have become closer and closer through the years. Because we spend time together on a regular basis, we stay connected. What I have also noticed is that new friends are welcome in my circle of frineds because God wants us to keep expanding our horizons and our relationships throughout our life. So keep on growing, in your marriage, your friendships, and in your authentic relationships.
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