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Jonathan - A True Friend
by Pastor Ronald Boelte
Jonathan means "the Lord gave" in the Hebrew language. Indeed
Jonathan was a true gift from God to David. He was also the oldest son of
King Saul and became David's closest friend. The Bible tells us that
Jonathan was humble, loving, brave and unselfish. This was completely
different than Saul, his father.
He was a great leader of men and was a leader of a thousand solders. This
was one third of all the solders kept in arms by Saul. He was good with
the sword and the bow and often in battle was one that would lead from the
front.
What makes Jonathan's loyalty to David even more remarkable is that he
knew that David would one day occupy the throne that would otherwise be
his. Even when Jonathan's father sought to kill David, Jonathan remained a
true friend and protected David from his father when he could.
After Jonathan and King Saul died in battle, David mourned for both of
them, but especially Jonathan. Their loving friendship which was cemented
by their faith in God has been an example for all people throughout
history of what a true friendship should be like.
True friendship is a blessing from God. Have you been blessed with a
friend like Jonathan, or are you that kind of friend to someone else? If
not, maybe you should be looking to find a friend that will be there for
you in all circumstances.
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