One of my favorite songs by Michael W. Smith is "Friends". Thought I would share the words with you here. It losses a little without the music, but it still has some good meaning behind it for us Christians especially when parting ways.
Packing up the dreams that God planted
In the fertile soil of you
Can't believe the hopes He's granted
Means a chapter in your life is through
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong
Chorus:
And friends are friends forever
If the Lord is the Lord of them
And a friend will not say "Never"
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long to live as friends
With the faith and love God's given
Springing from the hope we know
We will pray the joy you'll live in
Is the strength that now you show
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong.
I pray that you remain faithful to Jesus Christ and actively participate in His church through your Bible Studies and Worship services throughout your lives.
Christ and we wish you the best for the uture.
