According to CS Lewis' picture of friendship, it is based on a common interest, a common world view, a shared passion. An interest in one another is either entirely nonexistent, or a byproduct, never the goal. How your day went, your plans for the future, your favorite color are not topics of conversation. They may come up incidentally, but they are not the focus. Given this view of friendship, I think it is perfectly understandable that CS Lewis does not think friendship with God is a good idea, if it is even a possibility.
Can you imagine a conversation with God about History? What about Theology? Debating the different theories of Restoration theology wouldn't take too long. Our relationship with God isn't about a shared interest of sports or a really excellent television show. Its about so much more than that.
Now. I'm not saying that I agree with Lewis' view friendship - I think he missed the mark on a few crucial points. However, given what he has to say on the topic, I can understand his opinion on this point.
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