"Beloved: We have this confidence in him, that if we ask anything
according to his will, he hears us." - 1 John 5:14
“The one who has the bride is the bridegroom; the best man, who
stands and listens for him, rejoices greatly at the bridegroom’s voice." – John 3:29
The Gospel today describes John the
Baptist as the “best man” or good friend who stands beside Jesus, pointing
people to the one who is most important. I’ve never been a best man, but I have
been a maid of honor, bridesmaid, acolyte, or lector in many weddings of loved
ones.
I can open my closet and see an
accumulation of dresses, shoes, and accessories that have been worn just once. Although
these “attendant” purchases never seem to be items that fit me right or what I
would choose myself, they serve as reminders of days where I was privileged to
stand beside and rejoice greatly with a dear friend.
I imagine God being that friend
willing to stand beside me, no matter how ridiculous and ill-fitting the
outfit. The bigger challenge for me is whether I am willing to go outside my
comfort zone to be that best friend for God.
God, how might I befriend you even
more today? Are you inviting me to stretch myself and love more freely?
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