The Beatitudes of Friendship
Blessed are the friends with a joyful spirit
for their joy shall be shared and multilpied.
Blessed are the friends who offer good advise and counsel,
for their wisom shall be appreciated.
Blessed are the friends who truly listen and understand,
for theirs is a rare and special gift from God.
Blessed are the friends who provide solace and comfort,
for their kindness shall never be forgotten.
Blessed are the friends that remain loyal and true,
for they shall be called most worthy.
Blessed are the friends who help us in need,
for they are friends not just in word, but in deed.
Blessed are the friends who can forgive and forget,
for they show and shall be shown God's mercy.
Blessed are the friends who remember us in prayer,
for they too shall be remembered.
Copyright © Jill Wolf
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