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Whether we are in our 20s and 30s or 70s and 80s (or somewhere in between!) God wants us in relationships with others. It is through our relationships that he blesses us. This includes relationships with our families, our church, our community, and of course a close intimate relationship with one other person. Sometimes this last one is the hardest to achieve. But why is this?
It’s easy to think ‘God wants to bless me so I’ll sit back and let him’ but sadly blessings don’t often come that way. Have you heard the phrase ‘God helps those who helps themselves’? It’s so often true! Finding someone to have an intimate committed relationship with is the same. We have to work at it – whatever our age! In fact we have to work as if it all depended on us, while praying as if it all depended on God.
Since 1999, God has been using the organisation friendsfirst to help all types of single Christians meet other Christians for friendship and relationships. With the emphasis on friendship, the organisation provides a great way of meeting new people, who are all Christian and who are also investing seriously in themselves and their future. If you think it’s time you made a difference in your life, or helped God to answer your prayers, then you should contact Katharine Gray, or Patricia the membership manager at friendsfirst on 0121 427 1286 for more details. friendsfirst is a national organisation, providing a very personalised, confidential and successful service. You can also find out more about their service from their information-only website www.friends1st.co.uk or write for a brochure to PO Box 4853, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 8BS.
God has a promising future for you (Jeremiah 29:11) – will you go out and get it?
On your own but wanting a summer holiday?
April 2007
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"If you feel like everyone else has a summer holiday booked, or friends to go away with, but you haven't, then don't despair - you are not alone. Thousands of people like you feel the same way. And that's why friendsfirst (the Christian friendship service) has organised 2 holidays for you to go on this summer where you'll meet lots of other people and come away with new friends.
The first is to North Wales between 21-28th July and the 2nd is to the Isle of Wight between 15th - 21st September. Both are situated in lovely hotels, are full board and cost a maximum of £295 (with discounts available). For further details contact Katharine Gray at friendsfirst on 0121 427 1286 or write to her at friendsfirst, PO Box 8377, Birmingham, B17 9TE
If you're not looking for a holiday but would like to meet other single Christians for friendship or relationships then give friendsfirst a call anyway for further details about their friendship service which has been putting Christians of all ages together since 1999."
Made for relationships - we are made in Adam's image
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"The earliest story we read in the Bible is of Adam in the Garden of Eden. He was busy with a lot to occupy his mind, but deep inside he wasn’t content! Something was missing in his life – he knew it and so did God! Nothing could fill the yearning for a companion….. but Eve!
Do you feel like Adam sometimes? Maybe you are young and single, or not so young yet still single, or perhaps you are divorced, separated or widowed. Whatever your situation, if you feel like Adam, then don’t despair you are not on your own! Although we know that relationships are our lifeblood and at the heart of who and what we are, finding our own ‘Adam’ or ‘Eve’ isn’t always easy.
friendsfirst was established to help ‘single’ Christians of all ages find friends and soul mates. Since 1999 thousands of Christians have joined the organisation and found new friends, soul mates and even lifetime partners. If you are searching like Adam for a soul mate and so far haven’t found him or her, then friendsfirst could be just the organisation you need. Founded on the philosophy that friendship is the bedrock of all relationships, it’s a friendly approachable confidential organization that supports Christians in making new friends. They also run events. For more information and a membership pack ring 0121 427 1286 or write to friendsfirst, PO Box 8377, Birmingham, B17 9TE. They also have a very comprehensive website which includes lots of reassuring feedback from people who have used the service. It can be found at www.friends1st.co.uk."
Stuck in a rut? Looking for something new?
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As the Autumn approaches, and a new term starts for many around us – children, students and teachers – now is a good time to reflect on your life and whether it’s as fulfilled as you want it to be. With the busy lives we all lead, it’s easy to get stuck into routines that are familiar, doing the same things week in week out, and mixing with the same individuals, family members and social scene we are used to. If you are happy with your life as it is that’s great - but if you are on your own and would rather not be, then it’s worth considering making some small changes that could make a significant difference. Take up a new hobby, join a new group, learn a new skill – all of these will add a new flare to your life and get you meeting new people and making new friends.
If your real desire is to meet some new people, with your focus on meeting someone special, then seriously consider joining friendsfirst - the Christian friendship organisation that puts single Christians in touch with each other for friendship and relationships. Like joining anything new, it can seem daunting, but you’ll be in good company and soon find yourself connecting with like minded people also looking for new friends. It could be just the thing you are looking for.
For more information about meeting new people and friendsfirst membership, ring Katharine on 0121 427 1286 or look at www.friends1st.co.uk or write to her at PO Box 8377, Birmingham, B17 9TE. But whatever you do, take the new start that this Autumn naturally provides to do something new and change your life for the better.
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