When it comes to our relationships, we should each ask, “Am I doing this right?” And we should turn to God for the answer. Kicking off a relevant series on relationships, Pastor Greg Laurie explores what the Bible says about godly friendships.

Notes

In a culture that is redefining everything, we need to go to God’s original plan.

A friendship is made up of two people committing themselves to one another.

Jesus said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

We need Godly friendships.

You become like the people you spend the most time with.

Show me your friends, and I will show you your future.

Some people bring joy wherever they go.

Some people bring joy whenever they go.

Which person are you?

“There are friends that destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.” —Proverbs 18:24

Look for godly people to be your closest friends.

If your friend has no relationship with God, and they are dragging you down, then it could be time to part company.

Give serious consideration about who you want to be your friends.

Friends matter because you will influence them as they will influence you.

As friends, we need to encourage one another, not discourage others.

True friends support each other through thick and thin.

A friend can help you through the hard times.

True friends share their burdens with each other.

True friends tell each other the truth.

A true friend will tell you when you’re doing the wrong thing, too.

“A true friend always stabs you in the front.” —Oscar Wilde

True friends resolve their conflicts.

“Envy grows naturally in a relationship between equals.” —Aristotle

Envy has been described as a small town sin that breeds on proximity.

“The wicked envy and hate; it is their way of admiring.” —Victor Hugo

Once you have had your disagreement, try to find a resolution.

Fight to resolve, not to win.

If you go into to win, you lose, even if you win.

Try out these eight words that you should be willing to say everyday:

“I’m sorry,” “Please forgive me,” and “I love you.”

Jesus is the perfect friend. 

True friends of Jesus obey Him continually.

True friends of Jesus obey God in even the smallest matters.

Do you have a relationship with God?

Jesus is much more than a friend; He is also a Savior.

Scripture Referenced

1 Corinthians 15:33

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Galatians 6:2

Ecclesiastes 4:9–10

Proverbs 27:6

Ephesians 4:26

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Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org.

This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

When it comes to our relationships, we should each ask, “Am I doing this right?” And we should turn to God for the answer. Kicking off a relevant series on relationships, Pastor Greg Laurie explores what the Bible says about godly friendships.
Notes
In a culture that is redefining everything, we need to go to God’s original plan.
A friendship is made up of two people committing themselves to one another.
Jesus said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
We need Godly friendships.
You become like the people you spend the most time with.
Show me your friends, and I will show you your future.
Some people bring joy wherever they go.
Some people bring joy whenever they go.
Which person are you?
“There are friends that destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.” —Proverbs 18:24
Look for godly people to be your closest friends.
If your friend has no relationship with God, and they are dragging you down, then it could be time to part company.
Give serious consideration about who you want to be your friends.
Friends matter because you will influence them as they will influence you.
As friends, we need to encourage one another, not discourage others.
True friends support each other through thick and thin.
A friend can help you through the hard times.
True friends share their burdens with each other.
True friends tell each other the truth.
A true friend will tell you when you’re doing the wrong thing, too.
“A true friend always stabs you in the front.” —Oscar Wilde
True friends resolve their conflicts.
“Envy grows naturally in a relationship between equals.” —Aristotle
Envy has been described as a small town sin that breeds on proximity.
“The wicked envy and hate; it is their way of admiring.” —Victor Hugo
Once you have had your disagreement, try to find a resolution.
Fight to resolve, not to win.
If you go into to win, you lose, even if you win.
Try out these eight words that you should be willing to say everyday:
“I’m sorry,” “Please forgive me,” and “I love you.”
Jesus is the perfect friend. 
True friends of Jesus obey Him continually.
True friends of Jesus obey God in even the smallest matters.
Do you have a relationship with God?
Jesus is much more than a friend; He is also a Savior.
Scripture Referenced
1 Corinthians 15:33
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Galatians 6:2
Ecclesiastes 4:9–10
Proverbs 27:6
Ephesians 4:26
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Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at <a href="https://harvest.org/">harvest.org</a>.
This podcast is supported by the generosity of our <a href="https://harvest.org/harvest-partner/">Harvest Partners.</a>

Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face—from marriage and family to evangelism and purpose—while emphasizing the saving power of the gospel. With humor and cultural insight, he shows how to apply God’s Word in everyday life and strengthen your walk with Christ.

He is the senior pastor of Harvest Church, with campuses located in California and Hawaii, a renowned evangelist, bestselling author, and inspiration for the 2023 “Jesus Revolution” film. He is also the founder and leader of Harvest Crusades, large-scale evangelistic events that share the gospel with thousands in stadiums worldwide. Learn more about Pastor Greg’s and Harvest Ministries’ mission to know God and make Him known at harvest.org.

Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face&mdash;from marriage and family to evangelism and purpose&mdash;while emphasizing the saving power of the gospel. With humor and cultural insight, he shows how to apply God&rsquo;s Word in everyday life and strengthen your walk with Christ.
He is the senior pastor of Harvest Church, with campuses located in California and Hawaii, a renowned evangelist, bestselling author, and inspiration for the 2023 &ldquo;Jesus Revolution&rdquo; film. He is also the founder and leader of Harvest Crusades, large-scale evangelistic events that share the gospel with thousands in stadiums worldwide. Learn more about Pastor Greg&rsquo;s and Harvest Ministries&rsquo; mission to know God and make Him known at <a href="https://harvest.org/">harvest.org</a>.

Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face.

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