Tag: Friendship

Know your weakness: the devil does

In 1 Peter 5:8, believers are warned to “be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” This verse paints a vivid picture of a relentless predator waiting for the opportune moment to strike. Lions don’t hunt the strongest prey; they target the weak, the distracted, and the unaware. Similarly, the devil seeks out the...

Samson and Delilah: A Cautionary Tale About Flirting with Sin

The story of Samson and Delilah in Judges 16 is one of the Bible’s most sobering cautionary tales. It’s the story of a man chosen and anointed by God, equipped with incredible strength to deliver Israel, who fell not because of his physical weakness but because of his inability to resist temptation. Samson’s downfall serves as a warning to us today about the dangers...

How To Love Yourself, Even When No One Else Seems To

Dear Thin Friend, we’ve been planning this trip for months, and the day is finally here. I’m so excited to be embarking on this adventure...

GOD: Should I Burn Your Bridge?

Like me, you’re probably familiar with dealing with the trials of friendship, and the ways you will extend yourself to make things work. But...

Best Friends With the Person I Ignore?

As Christians, there is often a lot of focus on ‘following rules’ and doing things religiously, often leading us into the checklist mind-set; mentally...