I was just thinking today that I don't have very many pictures of Lori and myself. I guess the number of pictures one has does not indicate the sweetness and strength of a friendship! I was just thanking the Lord during this break, as I have had much time to myself, snow storms and all, that I have someone like Lori, with whom I can spend time doing everything from running, talking, praying, cooking, and eating! :)If it weren't for her, I'd probably be about 10 pounds heavier, considering the amount of running we do together! She may think that because I have been a christian for longer than she has, that I know more, or I am stronger than she is; however, because of her, countless times the Lord has softened my heart, revived my love, and has sprung up within me. Often as I would consider my own condition and situation before the Lord, the Lord would gently lead me to consider her, saying, "Forget about yourself, what about her?" How much we need the Body of Christ and all the dear members! It reminds me of the words of the apostle Paul: "Because now we live if you stand firm in the Lord." Lord, keep us standing firm in You, not for our sake, but for the sake of Your Body!
