Friendship

FRIENDSHIP - major decisions - something that we’re looking for, but we can’t manufacture - influence and sometimes determine the direction and the quality of our lives Definition: a relationship… characterized by: enjoyment acceptance genuine concern We are drawn toward acceptance. Genuine concern: I am more interested in what’s best for you than I am interested in what’s best for the friendship. John 15:12-15 Proverbs 27:6 Your enemies can set you back, but a counterfeit friend can ruin your life. Counterfeit: - reduces your incentive for seeking out the real thing. - appears to add value - hard to leave behind Evaluate the direction of the relationship… Where’s it going? Your circle of influence Your circle of concern Our inner circle will influence, and even determine, the direction and the quality of our lives.