"Share each other's troubles and problems, and so obey our Lord's command"
(Galatians 6:2, TLB)
The North American Indians had no written language before they met the white
man. Their language, however, was far from primitive. Many of the Indians had as
many words in their vocabulary as their English and French exploiters. Some of
their words were much more picturesque, too. For example, "friend" to the
Indians was "one-who-carries-my-sorrows-on-his-back."
Everybody needs at least one trusted "Indian-type" friend with whom he or she
can share his or her deepest sorrows and painful feelings. We all need a helping
hand and a listening ear when we're going through difficult times.
How do we find such a friend? First, by praying and asking God to help us to be
an "Indian-type" friend ourselves. Next, by getting the help we need to become
this kind of friend. And then by asking God to help us find such a friend.
By Dick Innes, Daily Encounter
www.actsweb.org/detoday . Used by permission.
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