You know that awkward moment when you’re scrolling through social media and see a couple of your closest friends at the movies, playing golf, or catching some rays at the beach— without you? It wouldn’t be so awkward if you hadn’t already asked what they were doing, only to hear they were “too busy” with other plans. Brutal!We’ve all been excluded at some point. Or better yet, we’ve excluded someone ourselves.We can agree it’s uncomfortable to be left out. Sometimes, it’s downright painful. No one likes it. We’ve all experienced it and, honestly, we’ve all done it.Recently, someone told me, “Pastor, my friend circle always leaves me out. Maybe we’re not as close as I thought?” They might be right.Here’s the truth: everyone wants to be loved a
