Being a friend to Jesus means giving encouragement, defense, consolation, and trust to Him. It involves loving Him, loving our neighbors, and making disciples of all nations. Jesus has trusted us with the evangelization of His world, and we must honor that trust by being His friends and spreading the Gospel to the unreached. [... more]

Jesus heals a man who has been sick for 38 years, teaching him that he is well and should stop sinning. Pastor Greg Laurie explains that Jesus was drawn to lonely people and that his healing was not just physical but also spiritual, offering forgiveness of sin and the gift of eternal life. [... more]

The power of biblical friendship is explored through the story of Jonathan and David, highlighting how true friendships can shield, strengthen, and shape us into the person God created us to be. [... more]

Jesus desires a deep and meaningful friendship with his followers, one that is characterized by love, obedience, and intimacy. He calls his disciples friends, not servants, and promises to reveal his plan and purposes to them. This friendship is a privilege and a responsibility, and it requires a commitment to abiding in Christ and following his commands. [... more]

Jesus said, I'm not calling you servants, I'm calling you friends. Friendship with Jesus lifts us to a level we could not be lifted to without it, ennobling us and elevating us. It also gives us an ever-enlarging circle of friends and brings us into the inner circle of God's secrets, making us spiritually perceptive and productive. [... more]

Jesus is a real person who desires a close and intimate friendship with us, despite our flaws and imperfections. He draws near to the brokenhearted and loves sinners, offering us a remarkable possibility of closeness with Christ. By understanding the gospel and Jesus' heart, we can experience a deeper connection with Him and live a more authentic Christian life. [... more]

Pontius Pilate's failure to hold responsibility, his attempt to compromise, and his attempt to be neutral are examined in the context of his friendship with Caesar and his role in the crucifixion of Jesus. The importance of conviction, truth, and friendship with Jesus is emphasized, and the dangers of seeking to do right and wrong at the same time are highlighted. [... more]

Cultivating a deep and meaningful friendship with Jesus is the key to a fulfilling life, as it brings intimacy with God, the ability to bear fruit, and a sense of purpose. Through Jesus' teachings and the Bible, we can learn how to develop this friendship and live a life that honors God. [... more]

Jesus defines a new relationship with his disciples as one of friendship, not slavery, where they are called to obey and love him, and in return, he shares his plan and knowledge with them, making them part of his plan for the world and their lives. [... more]