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Why is it so difficult to build meaningful friendships—and what does the Bible say real friendship should look like?In this message, we explore a surprising picture of friendship found in the early church and consider what may be keeping us from the relationships we desire.Scripture: Acts 2:41–42; Galatians 5:22–23 CSB

Everyone wants friends. Yet many of us feel more disconnected than ever.We were never meant to do life alone.From the opening pages of Genesis to the life of Jesus, the Bible tells a remarkable story: friendship isn't an optional luxury—it's part of God's design for human flourishing. Before there was sin, before there was shame, God declared that one thing was “not good”: for humanity to be alone.In this first message of our series, Find My Friends, we explore:- Why we all long for deep friendship- God's design for relationships from creation- How sin fractured our friendships- How Jesus restores us to friendship with God and one another- Why genuine friendship is essential to following ChristIf you've ever felt lonely, struggled to build meaningful friendships, or wondered why relationships can be so difficult, this message is for you.

How Do We Love Jesus?Andy Rodgers walks through John 21:1–22, and three simple truths about what loving Jesus looks like. It starts with receiving his love, loving the people he loves, and following him to the spaces and places he calls you to. (Even when it's painful because he is good and wants good for us.)