Friendties - The Meaning of Friendship | Pst.Shola Okodugha

In this Service, our global lead pastor, Pastor Shola Okodugha, starts the teaching by talking about the meaning of Friendship. 1 Samuel 19:4 and indicated that Jonathan gave David five things in friendship: Jonathan gave David his:Robe - Vulnerability Tunic - Priesthood Sword - protectionBow - Long termBelt - TruthHe indicates further that friendship isn’t always easy, it can be sweet and it can be bitter. Pastor Shola teaches on the sacredness and depth of true friendship through the covenant bond between Jonathan and David.Jonathan laid aside his royal status to stand vulnerable before David, showing us that real friendship is built on purity, openness, and trust. While outsiders may misunderstand you, a true friend knows your heart. Friendship requires vulnerability, and without learning friendship, it’s impossible to build healthy relationships.Drawing from Scripture, this teaching depicts the powerful symbols Jonathan gave David:The Sword (Ephesians 6:17) which was not just a weapon, but a reminder that what you carry spiritually should be used to defend and protect your friend.The Bow which represents long-range strength, endurance, and depth in friendship.The Belt which is a symbol of truth, because lasting friendships are held together by honesty.He concludes the message by stating that if someone doesn’t value relationships, they will never truly value friendship. This message calls us back to loyalty, truth, spiritual covering, and covenant love - the kind of friendship that reflects God’s heart.Watch, be blessed, and learn what it means to be, and to have, a true friend.#sholaokodugha #christiansermon #friendship #friendshipgoals #biblicalprinciples #christianteaching #wearethenew #thenewchurch ABOUT THE NEWWe are a people of love and excellence who are result-oriented, spirit-led, word-rooted, prayer-driven, and kingdom-conscious. Led by Pst. Shola Okodugha, we are on a divine assignment to equip and raise men; to release people from strongholds that have stifled them from taking their rightful places, and to give young people an avenue for their God-given gifts to find expression.OUR CREED"As sure as God helps us,We will not give upWe will not cave inWe will not quitWe will not failWe will not dieUntil our job is doneAnd victory is won"——Partner with us to spread the influence of God all over the world. Give - https://pay.squadco.com/TheNewglobal——CHAPTERS:0:00 - 02:40 -Intro02:41 - 34:32 - Worship Session34:33 - 45:35 -Prayer Session45:36 - 53:04 - Tithe & Offerings53:05 - 59:05 - Announcement59:06 - 1:22:57 - Friendties Fireside Chat1:22:58 - 1:35:41 - PS’ Welcome/Frienties Gifting1:35:42 - 2:25:43 - The Word2:25:44 - 2:27:37 - PS’ Book Sales Announcement2:27:38 - 2:31:35 - Friendties song/prayer for friendships2:31:36 - 2:34:10 - First Timers’ Welcome/Closing2:34:11 - 2:34:39 - Outro——BROADCAST DETAILSMinister: Pst. Shola OkodughaDate: Sunday, February 1st, 2026——Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the latest content: http://bit.ly/subscribethenewliveWebsite: http://wearethenew.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearethenew_global/#SholaOkodugha #Sunday