Also Simple Friend versus Real Friend
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A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape.....but a woman of strength kneels in prayer to keep her soul in shape.
A strong woman isn't afraid of anything.....but a woman of strength shows courage iin the midst of her fear.
A strong woman won't let anyone get the best of her.....but a woman of strength gives the best of her to everyone.
A strong woman walks sure footedly.....but a woman of strength knows God will catch her if she falls.
A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face.....but a woman of strength wears grace.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey.....but a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.
Addendum - Philippians 4:3 NKJ "And I urge you also, true companion, help these women who laboured with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life".
SIMPLE FRIEND VERSUS REAL FRIEND
A simple friend has never seen you cry. A real friend has shoulders soggy from your tears.
A simple friend doesn't know your parent's first names. A real friend has their phone numbers in his/her address book.
A simple friend brings a bottle of wine to your party. A real friend comes early to help you cook and stays late to help you clean up.
A simple friend hates it when you call after he/she has gone to bed. A real friend asks you why you took so long to call.
A simple friend seeks to talk with you about your problems. A real friend seeks to help you with your problems.
A simple friend wonders about your romantic history. A real friend could blackmail you with it.
A simple friend, when visiting, acts like a guest. A real friend opens your refrigerator and helps himself.
A simple friend, thinks the friendship is over when you have an argument. A real friend knows that it's not a friendship until after you've had a fight.
A simple friend expects you to always be there for them. A real friend expects to always be there for you!