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  • Posted by Rev. Suzanne Ranu July 23, 2012 - #  - 952 views

    I had a question put to me today, "Why do people who claim to be your friend only come around when it is only convenient for them?" My response was; "Maybe they are what I call acquaintance friends.  If you like the person stay friendly with them just never count on them for being there for you."  

     

     

    I will be going to a group meeting later on this week and this is the topic of discussion..

     

     

    So what I would like to know is how do you handle situations like this? 

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  • REV. David Martin, M.Th. likes this
  • Pastor Ted Prettyman
    Pastor Ted Prettyman Often clergy attract needy people identifying themselves as friends; and they really want to be, just aren't yet strong enough to contribute. Sometimes it's okay to ask them, "What do you need from me?", deal with the issue and get on with life. Since we...  more
    July 23, 2012 - 1 likes this
  • Pastor Ted Prettyman
    Pastor Ted Prettyman In today's America there is much to occupy the spirit and mind of an individual; especially one who is not entirely sure of his/her priorities and whose feet are not securely planted on the ground, which probably describes many. "Networking" is the phrase...  more
    July 24, 2012 - 1 likes this
  • Rev. Suzanne Ranu
    Rev. Suzanne Ranu I appreciate all your comments as these will help at the meeting this week. When I was asked this question, I thought this topic was one that should be explored.. Again thank you all for your input..
    July 24, 2012