I read this chapter twice, mostly because I have really struggled with the concept that we need to aspire to be "best friends" with God. We definitely have to develop a relationship with God and constantly cultivate that relationship. But, I still feel like I am the servent and God is the Master. James 4:8 says "Come near to God and he will come near to you..." There is no doubt that constant conversation and continual meditation will help you draw close to God. I really like the "breath prayer" and I probably actually say breath prayers more than I was ever aware. However, unless he has something really, really awe-inspiring in the next chapter,(I didn't read ahead) I have to say that to me, my relationship is still like that of a servant and master or father and child. While I endeavor to draw ever closer to God, I can only imagine ever aspiring to be a servant who finds some favor in His eyes. To me, God's friendship is far more than I am worthy of.
Perhaps I'm over-thinking this but when I read through John chapter 15, what I'm reading is Jesus in the flesh speaking to his disciples in the flesh. In verse 15 he says "I no longer call you servants," he didn't say 'my Father no longer calls you servants'. Then he concluded the verse with "...everything that I have learned from my Father I have made known to you." To me, that still shows the Father reigning a tier above.
Please feel free to offer your thoughts and perspective here as well. I have much to learn and I do not expect that we will all see eye to eye all the time. This post reflects the personal thoughts and perspectives of no one other than myself. I understand that I could be wrong and I am open to discussion in that regard.
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