Why Do We Need Friends? with Sam Allberry

Rebecca McLaughlin is joined by Sam Alberry to discuss the topic of friendship.Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What is the New Testament vision for friendship?
• Why do Christians think they have to have it all together and not need friends?
• Do we tend to look to specific people to fulfill all of our relational needs?
• Where do you look in scripture for a picture of friendship?
• What mandate and model does Jesus give us for friendship?
• What would you say are the biggest challenges and opportunities among Christian men in friendship?
• What is a good mind sight to have as we are looking to make new friends?
• What is something that brings people together to form friendship?
• How can Christian’s approach friendship with the opposite sex with wisdom and holiness?
• What are your views on accountability friendships?

Resources Mentioned:

• Matthew 22:30
• “The Meaning of Singleness” by Danielle Treweek 
• “Marriage, a History” by Stephanie Coontz
• “No Greater Love” by Rebecca McLaughlin

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