Questions:
(1) Who was your best friend growing up? Why?
(2) Why do you think we have such a "lone ranger" culture in the U.S.?
(3) Where do you find it the most difficult to "go it alone" when trying to do the right things?
(4) Read Genesis 2:18. What does this say about going it alone? What have you seen as the benefits of having people "with" you in life?
(5) Read Matthew 26:36-39. What was Jesus counting on with these friends? What did he need to know about them to count on them in this way?
(6) We need friendships with people who are moving in the same direction as us spiritually. What step can you take to develop some of those friendships? How does Proverbs 27:17 relate to these thoughts?
(7) Do a little self-evaluation. Are your friendships helping you become more like Jesus? If not, are there any friendships you need to distance yourself from? Are there any friendships you need to pursue?