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Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
Phil 2:8 NIV

I am blessed with a friend who is always interested in my life. When we meet for breakfast, her pointed questions never fail to get me talking about me. While waiting in line at the cafe, she asked how it was going with my strong-willed three-year-old son. I told her things were not really improving and I expressed my exasperation and frustration.

Her next statement caught me off guard. She said, "You know, I really feel the Lord is raising up a generation of men who will be warriors for Christ. I know too many strong-willed little boys in this generation and I really think God is preparing those boys who will not back down...to never back down for Him. He is planning something big...and He will use Braden to carry out His plan."

Standing in awe at her statement, my heart melted and my perspective of my son was forever changed. Instead of despising his steel will, I could appreciate -- maybe even respect -- his God-given personality.

Because she was interested in my life, and not just her own, I am sure she not only changed my view of my son, but quite possibly saved his life! :-)

Clearly, her friendship and interest in my well-being blessed me in more ways than she'll ever know. God wants us to be interested in the lives of others so we can speak truth, love and encouragement into them...and in this case, wisdom. I am so thankful she chose to speak it into mine.

Written by
Angie Howell