Re:Verse passage – Ephesians 1:15-23 (day three)
“I…do not cease giving thanks for you, while making mention of you in my prayers”
As Paul spent time with these fellow Christians, he began to entrust himself to them, opening himself up to friendship, a sharing of life. He could have remained transactional with them, which is less risky. When no one can break your heart, that’s a pretty safe place to be. But then no one can enter into your heart either, so it’s very lonely. To Paul, that friendship was worth the risk, and he gave thanks for his friends — much like the Lord himself, who opened his heart to friendship with those who could wound him or love him.
Than you for your insight to our verse. I know what it’s like to have a friend turn on you when you have let them in. So I am cautious about letting people in. I do have several true friends who I share with and they share with me. I am very thankful to God who I feel lead them to me.