This past weekend in worship we talked about the importance of developing “significant relationships” in our lives, and the part these relationships play in allowing God’s grace to take root and flourish in our lives. As a component of that message, I shared some of the responses that I received last week in preparation for that message.
I had asked the question, What are the marks and/or characteristics of these relationships?
Here are some of the responses I shared during the message.
Significant relationships happen with… people that we accept accountability to and from because we are convinced they love us and in return we love them…
Significant relationships are those… that have the ability to evolve with you…
Happen with those that…
love you when you don’t love yourself.
Share their deepest and darkest secrets with you, even though it makes themselves vulnerable.
Writing about a circle of friends…
We love and respect each other enough to hold each other accountable to our faith. We both teach and learn from each other. We value, appreciate and utilize each others gifts and talents. We work alone or together with a team effort for the greater cause. We can help others and ask for help
Someone said in describing that circle…
your “inner circle” needs to be good for you… and you good for them.
Writing about a spouse…
He does not make decisions for me, does not tell me what to do… he does not pity me. He believes in me. He prays with and for me. When my fear and anger flares, he quietly reminds me of the beliefs I so strongly hold and try daily to live by.
Another said…
He forgives beyond measure.
My favorite…
They pray for you – by name, asking GOD to abundantly bless you.
Who are your significant relationships?
When was the last time you thanked God for their presence in your life?
When was the last time you asked God to lead you in being a blessing to them?