Lean on Me

The name Bill Withers may or may not mean a whole lot you who is reading this right now. I assure you that virtually everyone has heard his heart through his infamous song "Lean On Me". Mr. Withers captures what is to me the heart of what the gospel is about - knowing that life is not meant to be lived alone. When I say alone I do not neccessarily mean in the context of marriage, but rather, life is not meant for you or me to carry our burdens by ourselves. Unfortunately I, like so many others, has made the mistake of trying to carry my burdens by myself. The only reason why I think we try to do this is due to pride. It is ashame that our pride gets in the way of experiencing God at his greatest; working through other people. When we neglect people, we are neglecting to use Gods greatest tools, you and me.

I want to take the time to thank everyone who I have been able to "lean on" in life. I truely am forever greatful that I have friends in my life that are more than willing to help carry my burdens. Just like so many of you have helped me in recent months and years, I too am here to help you during your trying seasons in life. If there is one song that summarizes what my heart tries to express, it is the song "Lean On Me". If you never have before, I would encourage you to Google the lyrics to the song and listen to it once maybe twice. I know I have learned that life is too impossible to live by myself - I need you.....my friend. Peace be with all who is reading this.