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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ค. 2024
- In this powerful sermon, we explore the foundations of genuine friendship and how to cultivate meaningful relationships in today's challenging world. As loneliness reaches epidemic levels globally, learning how to form and nurture friendships is more crucial than ever.
Key Points:
• The World Health Organization declared loneliness a global concern in 2018
• The UK created a Minister of Loneliness position in 2019
• The US Surgeon General called loneliness an epidemic in 2023
• Loneliness is linked to physical health issues like heart disease and dementia
• Good friendships don't just happen - they require intentional effort
We dive into the first of seven "heart attitudes" that can transform our relationships: putting the goals and interests of others above our own. This serving love creates the foundation of trust upon which lasting friendships are built.
The sermon outlines 3 key steps to developing this heart attitude:
1. Deny Yourself
- Say no to selfish ambition and conceit
- Following Jesus requires denying ourselves daily
- Counterintuitively, we gain more by losing our lives for others
2. Love Others Wisely
- Count others as more significant than yourself
- Intentionally look out for others' interests, not just your own
- Use wisdom to discern how best to serve in each situation
3. Trust God to Take Care of You
- As you sacrifice for others, God will provide for your needs
- He is the Good Shepherd who knows what we truly need
- We can take relational risks, trusting God as our safety net
Jesus Christ is our ultimate example of selfless, serving love. He denied his divine rights, took on human form, and sacrificed his life to serve humanity. As we follow his model of putting others first, we open the door to deeper, more fulfilling friendships.
Practical Challenge:
This week, choose one person in your life and find a specific way to deny yourself and put their goals/interests above your own. See how this small act of serving love impacts your relationship.
Whether you're struggling with loneliness, seeking to deepen existing friendships, or simply want to become a better friend, this message offers biblical insights and practical steps to transform your relationships. Learn how to create a foundation of serving love that will lead to stronger, more meaningful connections in every area of your life.
Join us as we explore the heart of true friendship and discover the joy of putting others first. Don't miss this powerful teaching on how to build relationships that stand the test of time and reflect the selfless love of Christ.
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