This proverb reminds us that our true friends are the ones that are with us through the rough times. There are many “fair weather” relationships, but the true depth of a relationship can only be seen when there is turbulence and storms. For those in the storm: who can you lean on? Find them and do so. For those not in the storm: who around you needs a friend’s love and a brother (or sister) who can stand next to them? In either case, take a step today to serve each other in Christ.
You may have lots of friendships in your life, but you'll probably never have more than a couple of friends on that deeper, spiritual, soul-to-soul level. You can tell such a friend anything that God is doing in your life, and you'll find a warm reception and deep affirmation. If you don't have such a friendship, tell God about your longing. He's the same God who moved Aaron's heart down in Egypt while Moses was walking alone on the desert road. And remember, the best way to find such a friend is to be such a friend.
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