Check your Connections.

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. Eccl. 4: 9,10

In the path of life we tread each day, be careful with whom you become linked. Connections will either lift you up or bring you down; so when making them, always be sure to weigh the truth. Measure how much you are giving against what you receive. Be cautious of those you easily call friend and associate. Respect can and should be given to all; but, TRUST must be earned. Deserving individuals should be in your inner circle and that circle should always be protected.

Guard your heart under lock and key. Do not allow others to manipulate, fool or draw you into their deceptive nets. Carefully monitor your associations, for some you encounter will have ulterior motives and when their objective is complete they will have caused you more harm than good. Beware lest you cast your pearls before swine and they trample them under their feet and turn and tear you in pieces. Matthew 7:6

When selecting partners in any capacity, be sure that you complement one another. Respect and cherish such connections for in doing so, trust will be established and the bond secured. One sided connections become a hindrance, draining you of effectiveness. They cause frustration, inconsistencies and ultimately a strain in the union. The scripture above states that two are better than one, this is only true when the two are in agreement, striving for the same goal. It goes on to read, ...for when they fall; WOW! "they" in this portion of scripture brings illumination to the commitment needed in unity. When there is a true connection, one does not fall alone; for the other will bear him up. Commitment in friendships, every type of partnership, and relationships is essential for healthy living for by this, the last part of the scripture's truth is revealed. To lift up your companion means to cover, help, rebuild, strengthen, secure and protect them.

There is no time like "now" to start weighing your connections. As we embark upon this new year, let us vow to operate in truth and love. Love God, have faith in His truth and trust what the heart of your Spirit tells you. Walk your path, only your path and do so in righteousness. Sometimes it may seem that you are walking alone; just keep walking, pressing and moving toward your destiny. Eventually you will discover, if you walk long enough, that there are others striving toward the same goal. These are those with whom you will want to connect, like-minded individuals who are striving for success.

I agree with the scripture, two truly are better than one and when you understand and apply the Word, it brings life. So make those connections that will sustain you in tough times and be willing to give support as well. Put God first in all you do for though two are better than one, this same chapter in Ecclesiastes later records, "a threefold cord is not easily broken". The first partnership you should pursue is one with God; for in destiny... He reveals it and you fulfill it... how glorious is that!

Love and Blessings Multiplied,
~Lady DP Declouet