Band of Brothers
Series: Philippians
February 07, 2021
Frank Foreman
What do you look for in a friend? Someone who shares things in common with you? Someone whose company you enjoy? Someone who challenges you to be a better person? In Philippians 2 we get a glimpse of what the Apostle Paul considered the qualities of a Christian friendship through the lives of two men, Timothy and Epaphroditus. In today's message, Frank shares truths about what it takes to be the type of "friend who sticks closer than a brother."
Episode Notes
Pause: What do you look for in a friend?
Proverbs 18:24, A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
Pause: Why do you suppose that more superficial friends leads to the potential for more trouble?
BIG IDEA: There is no greater bond than to serve God together... Build your friendship on that truth.
Philippians 2:19-30
- Timothy (as a son)
- Epaphroditus (my brother)
The best of friends are those who point you to Jesus through their:
1. Availability.
Pause: Have you ever told God that you are totally available to Him for His purposes? (Take a moment to do that right now.)
The best of friends are those who point you to Jesus through their:
2. Sensitivity.
The best of friends are those who point you to Jesus through their:
3. Reliability.
NEXT STEP: Honor such friends.
Pause: Take a moment to honor your friends and / or pray for opportunities to do so this week.
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