Friction

Diligence-a really cool word that has in it's root the idea of friction. In order to sharpen something for use, it must be rubbed-friction must occur in order to sharpen. A knife can not be sharpened without friction on the stone. Neither can we be sharpened with friction. That is the picture of diligence...to be sharpened by friction. So when friction comes, know that the Lord is sharpening you. Sometimes being diligent means you cause friction-but that is by God's design too...so that you and those around you are sharpened.
Be diligent to keep His commands, even if it causes friction.
Be diligent to prove yourself a workman that needs not be ashamed, even if it causes friction.
Be diligent to make sure of His calling, even if it causes friction.
Be diligent to teach to your children the Word of the Lord, even if it causes friction.
Be diligent to be found spotless and blameless, even if it causes friction.
BE DILIGENT-the friction will sharpen you!ALL FOR YOU