A Paul, a Pal, and a Project

I just finished listening to a podcast regarding women having a friend with whom they can share their life, their burdens and their joys. As I sit here and ponder those truths, I think of the admonition I once heard…

Always have a Paul, a Barnabas and a Timothy.

What does that mean? We could put it this way – A Paul, a Pal and a Project. Let me explain…

A Paul – This is someone who is older that you can look to for wisdom, instruction and a role model. You can glean from their life.

A Pal – We all need a friend. Even a pastor’s wife needs a friend! This is the one who accepts you and loves you unconditionally. You can be honest with one another and challenge each other. This is the woman who is easy to spend time with. You can chat the hours away, pray together, have fun, and refreshed in her presence!

A project – Please don’t read that in a negative connotation. It’s not an attitude of “I have to do this.” It’s a younger in the faith woman who you are pouring your life into. You’re not investing so you can “fix her,” but you’re spending time with her just like your “Paul” is spending time with you. It’s about spiritual growth, encouragement and helping her take the next spiritual step. This is what Paul was to young Timothy.

What a joy each of these relationships are! Why? Because we are instructed in God’s Word to have these relationships. God designed it so that we need one another.

Don’t live your life alone. Refresh your days with a Paul, and Pal and a Project!

Do three names come to your mind? If not, pray and ask God to give you people to fill those needs in your life.