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Your Question:
Can I still be a good friend if I'm going through a tough time?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the idea of being a good friend when they're going through a tough time. But according to Proverbs 27:17, real friends are characterized by constancy and transparency. They let you in and never let you down. This means that even when we're struggling, we can still be a good friend by being present and supportive. However, I think there's a third quality to friendship that's often overlooked - sympathy. This means that friendships are discovered more than they are created, and that we can discover a deeper level of connection with others when we're willing to be vulnerable and open. As a Christian, I believe that this kind of sympathy is rooted in our relationship with God, and that it's only through Him that we can truly experience the kind of deep and abiding friendships that Proverbs describes. So, can you still be a good friend if you're going through a tough time? Absolutely. In fact, it's often in those times that we need our friends the most. By being present, supportive, and willing to be vulnerable, we can demonstrate the kind of constancy and transparency that Proverbs says is essential to true friendship. And as we do, we can discover a deeper level of connection with others that can help us navigate even the toughest of times.
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