Saturday, May 29 There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.​—Prov. 18:24.

[Áine]

Saturday, May 29

There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.—Prov. 18:24.

 

Be a trustworthy friend. For example, we not only promise to help our brothers and sisters in need but also do practical things to assist them. (Matt. 5:37; Luke 16:10) When those who need help know that they can depend on us, they are genuinely comforted. One sister explains why. She says, “You do not have the added stress of wondering whether the person who offered to help will be there on time to do what he promised.” Those coping with a trial or disappointment often find comfort by confiding in a trusted friend. But to be a trusted friend and confidant, we need to cultivate patience. When Zhanna’s husband left her, she found comfort in sharing her feelings with close friends. “They patiently listened to me,” she says, “although I probably said the same things over and over again.” You too can prove to be a good friend by being a good listener. w20.01 10-11 ¶9-11

[Sister Twister]

At times especially in this pandemic the only thing we can do is talk with people and may not have been able to see them face to face , but if someone listens and is genuinely interested and concerned its enough to make us feel someone cares and that can feel very special at our low times.

[Vinnie]

 How comforting it is to have dear friends to lean on when we need help or just a listening ear. When we make ourselves available to our brothers and sisters we show Jehovah what is in our hearts and we build trust and strong bonds of friendship.

[Elnathan]

A friend who sticks closer than a brother is trustworthy & always there in times of distress/ need, not judgmental, is discreet & keep confidential matters safe, patient & a good listener as he allows you to pour out your heart to him.