JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Key Element for Thriving Relationships is being a supportive friend.

There is an unusual story in Exodus 17 about a battle that took place between the Amalekites and the Israelites. As Joshua fought them in battle, Moses went to the top of a hill with Aaron and Hur.

Verse 11 says, “As long as Moses held up his hands, the Israelites were winning, but whenever he lowered his hands, the Amalekites were winning. When the hands of Moses grew tired, they took a stone and put it under him and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held his hands up-one on one side, one on the other-so that his hands remained steady till sunset. Joshua overcame the Amalekite army.”

So, how can we support a friend?  Give them a helping hand when their workload is heavy. Give them a place to rest when they are tired.  Lift them up when they feel discouraged. Walk with them. Pray for them.

Being a Supportive Friend is a key element for thriving relationships that honor God.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com