In John 5-we read about Jesus as He winds His way through the narrow streets of Jerusalem.

When He reaches the sheep gate by the pool of Bethesda-He observes the great multitudes plagued with various infirmities, – waiting to be moved into the water. 

Suddenly He notices a poor man who seems more needy than all the rest, and tenderly He asks- “Do you want to be made well?” v. 6.

The helpless paralytic looks up and answers-“Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up.” v. 7. 

Think of it—for 38 long! 

Weary, doleful years this bundle of pain had been buffeted by the surging human tide of Jerusalem, and after all these years he still had to say to Jesus: “Sir, I have no man.” 

He was absolutely friendless.

Are you lonely? 

You can have a friend that sticks closer than a brother. Jesus Christ can make life joyful, satisfying and glorious to you.

“Dear Lord, in so many ways, I have tried to hide my deepest sorrows and struggles from You and others. But You see and know it all. I give them to You now. Please forgive me and usher me into Your Lordship, Your friendship and the abiding love relationship that You desire for my life. I surrender. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.”

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