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JULY 25, 2026, SATURDAY Entry: 6:56am, Fairview QC

VERSE OF THE DAY: PROVERBS 17:17 A friend is always loyal and a brother is born to help in time of need.

NOW IS THE TIME TO REPRIORITIZE As much as the world around us tries to lure us into self-dependency, God-created us for each other. For community. For a life that's not lived alone.

We'll all face hard times - sometimes when we least expect it. But a friend's genuine care mean the world, a sibling's unconditional love can't be replaced, and a neighbor's practical help is priceless.

We need each other more than we realize: emotionally, practically, spiritually.

If you've found yourself in a busy season where you've unintentionally neglected your true friends or been too busy for your real family, now is the time to reprioritize.

If there's unresolved conflict with a friend or family member, and it's slowly deteriorating the relationship, now is the time to set aside your pride and choose to make things right.

If you're silently struggling on your own, now is the moment to let someone in. Give them a call, send them a text, or show up on their doorstep. If you can't be honest and vulnerable, it will be difficult to get help.

Not only do you need people, but those same people need you.

You have strengths, gifts, talents and a personality that's unique to you and beneficial to them, and vice versa. Why bury them in the ground, in the name of autonomy, when they can benefit others?

Sometimes we need to ask for help, and sometimes we need to be the help. Do you need help or can you offer it? Could you use a hand, or do you have some extra time, money, advice, or expertise to give?

If you're tempted to self-isolate, don't forget: we were meant to live life together.

SHARE YOUR FAITH We need each other more than we realize: physically, emotionally and spiritually. Who in your life is struggling? Check on them. Think of ways to serve and encourage them, in Jesus' name.

God, thank You that I don't have to go through life alone. You are always with me, and You've put people in my life to help me. I'm grateful You created us to depend on each other and share our life experiences. Community is Your design, and I don't want to take it for granted. Help me to love and serve my friends well, In Jesus' name, Amen.

HONOR GOD MALACHI 3:6 I am the LORD, and I do not change. That is why you descendants of Jacob are not already destroyed. Reflect on God's steadfastness and give Him whatever praise and honor come to mind.

PSALMS 23:1-2 The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. You belong to the God who wants you to rest. Take couple of deep breaths, and then talk to God about what's on your mind.