A man had some hens and roosters. For some unknown reason, several of the young hens would often behave in a naughty way towards one of the old ones.
There was an old dog next door named Sambo who liked to visit the hens. Every time he came near, the old hen would take refuge on Sambo’s back. The dog, looking as grave as a judge, would never bark at the noisy young hens who made such a cackling at his feet. He would never allow one of them to fly up and disturb his old friend. He was truly a friend in need, and the old hen just loved him!
But there is another Friend in heaven, and He is better than any friend on earth. He is the dear Lord Jesus. He is the best Friend that a boy or girl can ever have. Is He your Friend? He will never forsake one who trusts in Him.
ML-02/05/1978