“For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: ‘If a man will not work, he shall not eat.'” – 2 Thessalonians 3:10

“In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, we command you, brothers, to keep away from every brother who is idle and does not live according to the teaching you received from us.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:6

A befriending service is advertised in the October/November 2019 Age Concern Kaitaia & District Incorporated newsletter.

The service is called the Age Concern Accredited Visiting Service (AVS). The aim of the service is to reduce social isolation.

We are told to contact the Age concern office, if we know anyone who would benefit from a regular visit. And people who have time for older people are encouraged to be volunteer visitors.

It is encouraging to read in the newsletter about the befriending service, but have you ever read in the Bible in the Bible that the Lord Jesus Christ wants to be your friend?

In John 15:14 we read:

“YOU ARE MY FRIENDS, IF YOU DO WHAT I COMMAND.”

“You know we never used flattery, nor did we put on a mask to cover up greed – God is our witness.” – 1 Thessalonians 2:5

“OUR GOSPEL

1 Thessalonians 1:5

Introduction:

came to you

A. NOT SIMPLY

• with words,

B. BUT ALSO

• with power,
• with the Holy Spirit and
• with deep conviction.”

End:

“Life is like riding a bicycle – you don’t fall over until you quit pedaling.”