Old Friends

Do you have old friends? I am sure that you do. However, how do you treat the people that you meet on a daily basis? How do you treat people that be of a questionable reputation? Could these people be "old friends" too? We are all connected and need to see everyone we meet as an old friend. All too often we reject people, refuse to talk to people, and just avoid those who we think are not worthy in some way. However Jesus gave us a different way.

By this time a lot of men and women of doubtful reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not at all pleased. They growled, "He takes in sinners and eats meals with them, treating them like old friends." Their grumbling triggered this story.

Luke 15: 1-3

The stories that got triggered were about the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. All stories that Jesus told after he knew that the "religious" were upset that he would be old friends with those who would see to be of doubtful reputation. Rejoice when you can be old friends with everyone you meet. You may be finding that lost coin, that lost sheep, or helping a son come home. What joy and peace can be found by being old friends with someone who may need it.

Today spend it with kindness to all you meet. Love all that you come in contact with and treat them like you would treat an old friend that you have not seen in many years. Gladfully great them, make them feel special, and make them feel like they are the only person in the world for you at that moment. Help someone find that love is real and does exist.

Namaste'