Theme:   Blueprints for a Better Life - Life-Giving Relationships

Read: Philippians 2: 1-5; Hebrews 10: 24-25

Think: Reflecting on Ben’s message to us this week on Life–Giving Relationships, what really resonated with me is the experiences I have had being part of small groups or growth groups.

I have been blessed to have been part of both leading and participating in both couples’ groups and men’s groups.  They have given me the opportunity to build strong relationships with other guys in ways that you don’t find in any other place. God has put in my life people who truly know me and I in return know them.

As it says in Hebrews 10:24-25

"Let us consider how we may spur one another on
towards love and good deeds”

I think of the encouragement that I am able to give and receive from these genuine relationships… They’re very intentional and there is considerable investment in them, just like we talked about during the weekend service. That is why they work. Jesus’ examples of friendship with humility are sprinkled generously throughout the New Testament. Let’s pay attention to this and reap the rewards of these life giving relationships.

Do: Reach out to a friend this week to have coffee or lunch. Focus on their needs during the conversation. Tell them that you’ll pray specifically for them all week. Then be sure to do so.

Pray: God, help me to be available to anyone who needs a listening ear this week. Thank you for always being there for me. Show me places that I can really connect with other people – in a growth group or in another way – that will help me to grow in my relationship with You and with other people. Amen.

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