Loyalty

I am a firm believer that we ought to be good to those who are good to us.

We are told by Jesus that we are to love our enemies and we should. We work hard to get the attention of people we want to know and sometimes this is important. We seek to be noticed in the workplace or by our superiors and this is fine. We seek the attention of that individual we would like to date or befriend, nothing wrong here.

The trouble comes when we do it at the expense of those we love.

This is the teenager that hangs the picture of the athlete, but treats mom and dad poorly.

When someone is good to you, be good to them. Stick by family and friends. Do not be so concerned with self that you discard those who have befriended you when they no longer suit your needs.

Be there. Be there to listen. Be there in person. Be there with help.

Even if they screwed up. Even if they brought it on themselves. Be there.

Be loyal.