Guest: Gabe Boyd
True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation. George Washington
There can be a difference between a “friend” and a co-worker, teammate, classmate, neighbor, even a family member.
“Friend” gets thrown around so casually - “Facebook friends” are not truly friends. How many “friends” do you really have?
What does it mean for a person to be a friend?
God made men to be relational. You’re not supposed to or created to do life alone.
The Bible speaks about friendship. Loyalty is an important aspect of friendship. A friend is a person who is consistently walking through life with you. Examine the friendship of David and Jonathan - great study of God’s Word on this subject.
Inhibitors to true friendship - pride, isolation, self-centeredness.
Proverbs 18:24 - A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
A friend doesn’t always tell you “what you want to hear.” A friend will speak truth, even when it might hurt. A friend is someone who has earned the right to tell you what you need to hear.
How do I develop good friendships?
Proverbs 19:4 - Wealth makes many friends, but the poor is separated from his friend.
Are the people around you truly friends or people who just want something from you.
Game Plan - go be a friend to someone this week.
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