The Art of Friendship: Life is better together.

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10; John 10:10; 13:34-35; Proverbs 11:13; 17:17; 18:24; 27:6 & 17; Romans 12:9 & 15; Jeremiah 13:23; Philippians 2:4-5; Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 5:9; 7:12; 1 Corinthians 15:33)

 

The Bible teaches us that God never intended for us to navigate life’s ups and downs alone. Take a listen as we discover “The Art of Friendship” and learn practical ways to build genuine, meaningful friendships.

 

Series description:

In today’s world, we have the ability to connect with more people than ever before, yet many of us still feel lonely. As one author noted, “We have a thousand friends online but no one to help us move our couch.”

The Bible teaches us that God never intended for us to navigate life’s ups and downs alone. Join us for a two-part series as we discover “The Art of Friendship” and learn how to put an end to lonely living and build genuine, meaningful relationships.

 

The Art of Friendship

"How to end loneliness, connect with others, and finally have friends."

 

Life is better together.

 

I. Understanding friendship

 

II. How to find a friend

A. be friendly

B. be available

C. be aggressive

 

III. How to keep a friend

A. be authentic

B. be accepting

C. be available

D. be communicative

E. be confidential

F. be confrontational

G. be forgiving

H. be loyal

 

IV. Pro tips from great friends

A. Never miss the big stuff.

B. Be a go-to person.

C. Allow your friend to prioritize their own family first.

 

 

Illustration #1a: Types of friendships (from The Quest for Friendship by Josh Teis)

 

Illustration #1b: Types of friendships (from The Quest for Friendship by Josh Teis)

 

Illustration #2: Legos

 

Resource #1: The Quest for Friendship (Josh Teis)

 

Resource #2: Own Your Past Change Your Future (Dr. John Delony)

 

Resource #3: Find Your People (Jennie Allen)