This afternoon I had a conversation with a good friend. We talked about a mutual friend who is in need, but doesn't recognize it. This mutual friend is hard to describe. There are mental health issues and his social skills are nearly nonexistent. He means well and loves the Lord, but needs help if he is to remain living independently. My friend's description of our mutual friend's living conditions was that he is just a small step away from homelessness. We talked about what we might do to help, but are feeling somewhat stymied. In the present state of things, individual rights trump what might be best for the person. Our friend is pretty independent and is unlikely to be receptive to the kind of assistance he really needs, which may be some sort of group home. We are praying about it; how we might approach things so he doesn't end up out in the cold or sick or injured.
To have a friend is a gift from God. To have a friend genuinely compassionate for those in need is to be doubly blessed, which I am. We don't know what the future holds, but when you have friends like mine, you know if God allows, you'll have good company for the duration.
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