Companions on the Journey
When Jesus begins his public ministry, one of the first things he does is to find companions, those individuals who will share his life and ministry in a special way.
Whenever Jesus faces a difficult situation, he gathers these companions around himself—sometimes all twelve, sometimes only a few. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Savior of the world, needed the companionship of others. Even he, as strong and powerful and good as he was, couldn’t go it alone.
We can’t go it alone either. We cannot face the challenges of life without the support of others. This need for companionship is one we must never be ashamed of. We must never think, “If I were more mature, I could stand on my own two feet.” Or, “If my faith were stronger, I wouldn’t have to rely so much on others.”
No, our need for companionship, fellowship, friendship, is in the very fabric of our human psyche. It is yet one more way that we are made in the image and likeness of God.
—Melannie Svoboda, Abundant Treasures
When Jesus began His ministry, one of His first acts was to call companions to walk beside Him. Even the Son of God did not choose to face the challenges of life and mission alone. In moments of trial, He drew His closest friends around Him, showing us that companionship is not weakness but part of God’s design for strength and support.
We too were never meant to go it alone. Our need for friendship and fellowship is woven into who we are, reflecting the very image of God. Leaning on others in hard times, and allowing them to lean on us, is part of the sacred rhythm of life. Companionship isn’t something to outgrow or be ashamed of—it’s one of the ways God reminds us that His love often comes through the people He places at our side. —DH
—David Hoskins, Founder & Care Guide, Sanctuary Clinics