Last Saturday, Amir planned to stay in his room all day. He had homework to finish, clothes to wash, and many worries on his mind. When his friend invited him to a picnic, he almost said no. “Maybe next time,” he thought. Staying inside felt easier.
But he decided to go.
When Amir arrived at the park, he saw students sitting on mats under the trees, sharing food, laughing, and talking. Some were playing games, some were taking photos, and others were simply enjoying the fresh air. Students from different countries were meeting new friends and learning about each other’s cultures.
At first, Amir was quiet. But soon, someone invited him to join a game. Another student asked about his hometown. Someone shared homemade snacks with him. Little by little, Amir felt welcome.
As the afternoon passed, he felt his stress become lighter. The picnic gave him more than food and fun. It gave him fresh air, exercise, friendship, laughter, and a break from busy student life. He returned home with new friends, happy memories, and renewed energy for the week ahead.
Amir remembered a saying: “Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter.” He also thought of the Bible verse: “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together…”
Sometimes, the best thing we need is not more time alone, but time together. Maybe the next picnic is exactly what you need.
Questions:
- Why did Amir almost decide not to join the picnic?
- What benefits did Amir receive from joining the picnic besides food and fun?
- What do the quote and Bible verse teach us about spending time with others in fellowship?