Good friends
July 31st, 2007Last night I was in Valdosta, Georgia, preaching for Pastor Ken Alford at the Crossroads Baptist Church. It was like old times with several dear friends in the meeting. Pastor Ken and his wife, Cynthia, are our dear friends from seminary days. We still laugh about the night Liz stayed up to type a paper for Ken while we were both fast asleep. At least we laugh – I am not sure Liz ever did!
The Minister of Music at Crossroads is Dee Bondurant. About 12 years ago he and Michelle were a part of Olive. He sang on the praise team and in the choir. God called him to ministry and they launched out to follow the call of God. He did seminary work in New Orleans and served three churches before moving to Valdosta five weeks ago.
Rick Parker is now the Minister of Education at Crossroads. You may remember Rick from his days on staff at Olive. He and Cindy are dear friends to Liz and me as well as a host of Olive people. It was a pleasure to see them and have great fellowship.
I am reminded this morning of the importance of friends. Take time to make a new one today. Then look around at those who have been your friends for a long time. Tell them thanks and give praise to the Father for good friends HE has placed in your life.