John 15:9-17
(sermon outline for Sunday May 3)
Like Jesus, you can treasure your friends.
- Jesus frequently referred to those closest to him as his friends.
I've told you these things for a purpose: that my joy might be your joy, and your joy wholly mature. This is my command: Love one another the way I loved you. This is the very best way to love. Put your life on the line for your friends. You are my friends when you do the things I command you. I'm no longer calling you servants because servants don't understand what their master is thinking and planning. No, I've named you friends because I've let you in on everything I've heard from the Father. John 15: 11-15 The Message
- Like Jesus, we can spend quality time with friends.
- Like Jesus, we can have a diverse a circle of friends.
- Like Jesus, we can be friendly toward those who are strangers to us.
- Jesus went to prepare a gathering place for his friends.
As a follower of Jesus, one of the most spiritual things you can do is cultivate and treasure friendships.
If you are not a follower of Jesus, be assured that Jesus wants to be your friend.
