Countryside Christian Church
Many of us don’t realize the importance of the people we choose to surround ourselves with. Our friends determine the quality and direction of our lives. Learn how both good and bad friends can impact your feelings, your relationship with God and your future during our series called "Friends".
Show me your friends and I'll show you your future.
Proverbs 13:20 NIV
What causes relational poverty?
1. Increased Mobility
What causes relational poverty?
2. Modern Conveniences
What causes relational poverty?
3. A rise in social media
What causes relational poverty?
4. A culture built on individualism
We were created for community
You are one community away from changing the course of your destiny.
Acts 2:42-46 NIV
Three qualities of great communities:
We have refrigerator rights.
Three qualities of great communities:
We all have flawed feet.
Acts 2:44 NIV
Romans 15:7 NIV
Three qualities of great communities:
We fight lions.
1 Peter 5:8 NIV
Think it over:
Has the phrase “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future” been true in your life why? or Why Not
Think it over:
Which long-term friendships have proven to be the most beneficial to you?
Think it over:
What does your community of friends look like?
Next Steps:
What steps will you take to strengthen your great community of friends?