I’ve been to so many houses and watched how the girls who live there interact with each other.

They lift each other up. They encourage each other. They keep each other accountable. They walk with the Lord together. When they call each other out— instead of trying to justify their actions, they accept constructive criticism. They love each other. They are sisters.

The awesome/sad thing is— sometimes I feel more accepted in their house. I go there because I know they will encourage me, lift me up, walk with me, guide me, and keep me accountable. And I feel like I can do the same thing without effort. I feel like I can be myself and not be rejected or judged. That when they call me out— I know they are doing it because they love me. When I call them out— they know that it’s because I love them, and they don’t try to justify it. We can be transparent and authentic with each other.

Also, how much more intimate can a friendship get without the Lord working in it. I can feel the Holy Spirit moving in our friendships. I can pray with these girls any time. I can dive into the Word with these girls any time. I am so thankful for these friendships.

The awesome/sad thing is— that I don’t even live with these girls and all of this still takes place.

The awesome/sad thing is— my meaning of “best friend” and “friendship” has changed.

The awesome/sad thing is— this is the first time I’m experiencing it.