3/30/25 - The Power of Biblical Friendships - Proverbs 18:24 - Pastor Jason Fritz

God designed us for community, and the relationships we cultivate have a profound impact on our character and faith. Proverbs reminds us that true friendship is more than just companionship - it’s about sharpening one another, walking through life’s highs and lows together, and ultimately reflecting God’s love. We’ll look at what it means to be a faithful friend, how to build lasting relationships, and why friendships rooted in Christ are life-giving.

 

The greatest example of true friendship comes from Jesus Himself. In John 15:13, He tells us, "Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends." Jesus didn’t just teach about friendship; He demonstrated it through His sacrificial love. We’ll explore what it means to love, challenge, and support one another in ways that honor God. We’ll also talk about how we can overcome the challenges of friendship - betrayal, conflict, and forgiveness. Biblical wisdom helps us navigate the roadblocks.

 

I encourage you to come ready to reflect on your own friendships. Do you have people in your life who sharpen you in your faith? Are you the kind of friend who encourages and strengthens others? Let’s be intentional about building the kind of friendships that bring us closer to Christ. I look forward to learning with you this Sunday as we grow together in God’s wisdom!