I have a friend that’s been through a lot with me, since we met in second grade.
We’re those friends who have seen the best and worst of each other, yet we’ve stayed friends through it all!!
One thing I know about him is that he loves shrimp!!
Another thing I know about him is that he is allergic to shell fish!!
About a hundred years ago (give or take a few years) when we graduated high school, we made the customary graduation trip to Myrtle Beach. That’s where it happened…. The love of shrimp enticed him to test his ability to eat shellfish again…
A few hours in the hospital and a couple of bags of IV fluids later, he realized that things haven’t changed very much in that area of his life.
We all have areas in our life that we would love to be able to enjoy, but for some reason or another, we have to stay away from them or suffer the consequences.
A lot of times this involves people!!
The Bible tells us to do the best we can to get along with everyone (Romans 12:18), but if they are not willing, you need to get away and stay away from them (2 Corinthians 6:17)!!
These are toxic people who will never add anything to your life, but instead, will constantly hurt and drain you…and, if you never learn to eliminate these people from your life, you will continue to suffer toxic reactions…
Sometimes it’s hard to let go, even of things and people that are harmful to you…
My buddy learned his lesson about eating shrimp (at least I hope he has), and has discovered many other great foods that he really enjoys and are good for him.
What you need to realize is that God has people specially designed to be in and positively affect your life, and to help you reach your destiny!
Love and blessings,
Pastor Daniel