Seems like you know when I need you
Seems like He knows who to send
You never come as a prophet
Just an open hearted friend
Faithfully wounding my pride
Bringing me back to His side
Sharing the Word that you hide in your heart
You are a true friend
Pointing me to Him
Lifting my downcast eyes
Turning my gaze to the sky
Probing your love again
You are a true friend
You are a true friend
Some days I feel like a failure
And I'd love to leave it all
I see no reason to go on
That's when you decide to call
Making it simple and clear
That's why your voice is so dear
My heart takes courage from hearing you say
You are a true friend
Pointing me to Him
Lifting my downcast eyes
Turning my gaze to the sky
Probing your love again
You are a true friend
You are a true friend
"True Friend" by Twila Paris is a beautiful song that captures the essence of friendship and the role it plays in our spiritual journey. Twila Paris, a renowned Christian artist, has always had a way of writing songs that speak directly to the heart, and "True Friend" is no exception.
The song begins by acknowledging the special connection between friends. It highlights the sense of comfort and understanding that comes with having someone who knows exactly when we need them. In the same way, the lyrics suggest that God knows just who to send into our lives at the right time. This idea is reminiscent of the scripture verse in Proverbs 17:17, which says, "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity." True friends are there for us, not just in our moments of joy, but also in our times of need.
As the song continues, it emphasizes the crucial role that true friends play in redirecting our focus towards God. They are not there to act as prophets or to give us all the answers, but rather as open-hearted companions who walk alongside us, reminding us of God's faithfulness. This reminds me of the scripture verse in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, which says, "Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up." True friends are there to lift us up when we stumble and to point us back to God, who is our ultimate source of strength and guidance.
The chorus of the song beautifully sums up the essence of a true friend. It says, "You are a true friend, pointing me to Him, lifting my downcast eyes, turning my gaze to the sky." A true friend is someone who consistently reminds us of our ultimate purpose and helps us to keep our focus on God, even when life gets tough. This resonates with the scripture verse in Proverbs 27:9, which says, "Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice." True friends bring joy to our lives by offering heartfelt advice and pointing us towards God.
In conclusion, "True Friend" by Twila Paris is a heartfelt song that beautifully captures the essence of friendship and its role in our spiritual journey. It reminds us of the importance of having true friends who walk alongside us, pointing us towards God and lifting us up when we stumble. Just as the song suggests, true friends are a gift from God, sent at the right time to remind us of His faithfulness. May we cherish and appreciate the true friends in our lives and strive to be true friends to others as well.
