Podcasts about biblical friendship

The Company We Keep: The wisdom of Biblical friendship

Have you ever looked around and wondered why, even in a world more connected than ever, so many of us still feel lonely? I think most of us long for friendships that are genuine relationships where we're known, encouraged, challenged, and loved. Yet building those kinds of friendships can feel harder than ever. This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I had the joy of talking with my sweet friend, Becky Harling, about her book, Friendwise. Our conversation reminded me that friendship isn't just a nice addition to life—it's one of God's good gifts. We were created for meaningful relationships that strengthen our faith, encourage our hearts, and point us back to Christ. In this episode, we discuss:• Why friendship is essential for our spiritual, emotional, and even physical health.• Practical wisdom from the book of Proverbs for cultivating lasting relationships.• How to navigate boundaries, vulnerability, forgiveness, and conflict with grace.• Why comparison and competition quietly destroy friendships—and how celebrating one another brings freedom.• Simple ways to become the kind of friend we're all hoping to find. Sometimes the first step toward deeper connection is simply reaching out, asking someone to coffee, listening well, and loving intentionally. If you've been feeling lonely, disconnected, or simply longing for richer relationships, I believe this conversation will encourage your heart and give you practical, biblical wisdom for building friendships that last. Connect with Becky Harling:Website: https://beckyharling.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckyharlingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckyharlingauthor Connect with Rachael Adams:Website: https://rachaelkadams.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaelkadamsauthorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachaelkadamsauthor If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who could use a little encouragement today. Thank you for listening to The Love Offering Podcast, where we seek to love God, love others, and even love ourselves as Christ first loved us.Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sermon: Biblical Friendship Pastor Stephen Download

On this episode of the On Water Podcast, Jin Choi sits down with four-time guest Ruth Altaye to talk about how their friendship formed and deepened over three years through shared church community, worship, and one pivotal seven-hour conversation marked by vulnerability. They reflect on the difference between “intentional/ministry” conversations and truly knowing someone, and how communication, clarification, and noticing each other's needs helped them navigate anxious/avoidant tendencies, misunderstandings, and a few disagreements. They discuss friendship “seasons,” learning not to measure closeness by feelings or time alone, and choosing trust based on history and character. They also explore sacrifice in friendship as joyful giving of time, effort, and comfort, and end by encouraging listeners to do the work with God, pursue community, invite others, and not view themselves as defective in relationships.

One of the deepest blessings of my life at this stage is the very close, intimate, inspiring, fun friendships I have with my now adult children. But, of course, as with everything else, it took years of heart-work.

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Pastor Josh Fakhoury teaches on biblical friendships

This week Pastor Michael continues our "Marked" series teaching on Biblical Friendship.  Romans 12:1-2, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

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The post Biblical Friendship Explained: How Christians Love, Correct, and Grow Together appeared first on Straight Truth Podcast.

This episode unpacks what Scripture teaches about true biblical friendship. Dr. Richard Caldwell and Dr. Josh Philpot explain how Christians are called to walk together in truth, offering gentle correction and encouragement when sin arises. They discuss loving accountability in marriage, the distinction between friendship and fellowship, the importance of humility and contentment in relationships, and how the local church provides the context for healthy, Christ-centered community.

This episode unpacks what Scripture teaches about true biblical friendship. Dr. Richard Caldwell and Dr. Josh Philpot explain how Christians are called to walk together in truth, offering gentle correction and encouragement when sin arises. They discuss loving accountability in marriage, the distinction between friendship and fellowship, the importance of humility and contentment in relationships, and how the local church provides the context for healthy, Christ-centered community.

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Brent Wilson preaches from 1 Samuel 18:1-5 on September 21st, 2025.

In this message, our Lead Pastor, Tim Wolf, looks at the topic of Biblical Friendship. The post Biblical Friendship appeared first on United Church.

Welcome to episode 214 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will explore the art of biblical friendship by examining the relationship between David and Jonathan in 1 Samuel.   Key takeaways:   Even best friends don't always understand our struggles immediately. Jonathan voluntarily demoted himself from first to second in line. Jonathan chose David's life over family harmony. Jonathan repeatedly put himself one step away from death to protect his friend.   When your hands are weak and trembling, a friend comes alongside and helps you hold on. True friendship requires regular renewal, not just one-time commitments. When a friend wounds you with truth, that wound is faithful—completely reliable and trustworthy.  This isn't about friends being cruel or harsh—it's about friends caring enough to do spiritual surgery when necessary. True friends present evidence of our blind spots with the goal of restoration. We need friends who:  Share our commitment to spiritual growth Approach us with wisdom and humility  Stay engaged through difficult conversations Exercise patience and grace in the process We each carry our own backpack, but when someone faces a crushing weight, the community helps carry it.    Godly friendship creates supernatural strength because God Himself joins the relationship.  Quotable:   God didn't design you to do life alone. The same God who said, 'It's not good for man to be alone,' about marriage also created us for deep, life-giving friendships.  Application:   Be the friend you want to have.  Instead of waiting for others to be good friends to you, start by being the kind of friend you wish you had. Invest time and vulnerability.  Friendship requires both quantity and quality time. Share your struggles, not just your successes  Ask deeper questions beyond "How are you?"  Be present during both celebrations and crises  Create regular rhythms of connection  Connect with us:   Web site:  https://springbaptist.org   Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)   https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)   Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to https://springbaptist.org/prayer/      If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. 

What does friendship between believers look like? What does the bible have to say about how friends should treat each other? Pastor Mike shares some thoughtful encouragement from Ephesians on how biblical friendship functions.

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef explains the importance of confronting sin in one another's lives. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, watch or listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon A Heart for God, Part 14: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOW

This week on Significant Women, I'm joined by my new friend, Kristen Strong—a gifted writer and woman of deep wisdom. Kristen and I dive into the subject of loneliness and the sacred gift of friendship. With heartfelt vulnerability and practical wisdom, she shares her personal story of navigating seasons of isolation, especially as a military wife, and how she learned to build community on purpose. If you've ever struggled to make new friends or wondered what true friendship really looks like, this episode is for you. You'll walk away with encouragement and practical steps to pursue deeper, life-giving relationships.Key Points:Kristen's journey from a childhood full of built-in community to adult seasons of lonelinessWhy friendship takes intentional effort, especially in adulthoodThe impact of social media and busyness on modern relationshipsWhat healthy friendship looks like: vulnerability, reciprocity, and being presentScriptural examples of loneliness and God's faithfulness to provide companionshipPractical steps to finding new friends: “show up, open up, pray up”Resources Mentioned:Kristen Strong's book: Desperate Woman Seeks FriendsDrew Hunter's book: Made for FriendshipThe story of Ruth and Naomi (Book of Ruth, Bible)Story of David (Book of Psalms, Bible) Have a prayer request or feedback?Email Carol at: carol@carolmcleodministries.comShe and her team would love to pray for you. Stay Connected:Subscribe to the Significant Women Podcast and share this episode with a friend who needs to be reminded of her worth today.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolMcLeodMinistries The Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod is edited and produced by WileyCraft Productions. Visit https://wileycraftproductions.com/ to learn more.

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The post Biblical Friendship: Why You Might Feel Lonely in Church (And What to Do About It) appeared first on Straight Truth Podcast.

Many Christians feel isolated even in faithful church attendance. In this episode, we explore why believers struggle with loneliness in the body of Christ and how contentment in Him leads to meaningful, Christ-centered friendships. Learn the biblical difference between fellowship and friendship and how to pursue deep connections in humility, love, and faith.

Many Christians feel isolated even in faithful church attendance. In this episode, we explore why believers struggle with loneliness in the body of Christ and how contentment in Him leads to meaningful, Christ-centered friendships. Learn the biblical difference between fellowship and friendship and how to pursue deep connections in humility, love, and faith.

A new MP3 sermon from Founders Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Biblical Friendship: Why You Might Feel Lonely in Church (And What to Do About It) Subtitle: 01 Straight Truth Podcast Speaker: Richard Caldwell Jr. Broadcaster: Founders Baptist Church Event: Podcast Date: 5/9/2025 Bible: Proverbs 18:24; Philippians 4:11-13 Length: 29 min.

Speaker: Richard Hong“Fellowship as Biblical Friendship”John 15:12-17www.risenhayward.com

In this sermon we see that God has designed us as relational beings who need friendships to flourish, and wise people cultivate faithful and loving friendships.

In this sermon we see that God has designed us as relational beings who need friendships to flourish, and wise people cultivate faithful and loving friendships.

In this sermon we see that God has designed us as relational beings who need friendships to flourish, and wise people cultivate faithful and loving friendships.

1. The absolute importance of biblical friendship 2. Faithfulness and honesty are crucial components of biblical friendship 3. Where do we get the strength to pursue biblical friendship 

Biblical Friendship 02-16-25 Spencer Teal

In this special "Galentine's Day" episode of the MARKED Podcast, we're diving into the beauty and significance of biblical friendship that is rooted in Christ's love. With Heather Johnson and Faith Grosshans, we'll explore how to foster deep, meaningful connections that reflect God's heart for us, and why friendships are so crucial in ministry and the body of Christ. LINKSNOBTS—Thrive Ministry Woodridge Baptist Church You Lead Webinar on friendship You Lead Webinar playlist Lifeway Women Blog Lifeway Women YouTube RECOMMENDED: Save our four free Galentine's Day cards to give to your bffs this week!MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Learn more about the Heaven Bible study at lifeway.com/heaven. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual. Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy.

Send JKO a Text MessageThese days, friendships dissolve at the speed of a tweet. Cancel culture is real, and betrayal is often public. But are we the kind of friends we'd want in our corner when we are in a crisis?Looking at real-life examples of friendships tested in the spotlight – Jessica Mulroney & Meghan Markle, Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively – and with guidance from the Word of God, we see what true friendship looks like and ask ourselves the question: Are we a true friend or a fair-weather friend?If you are a woman, who has ever yearned for a true friend, this episode is for you.Nuggets of wisdom in this episodeHow friendship is tested by cancel culture. What the Bible says about being a trustworthy and reliable friend. How to examine ourselves—are we the kind of friends we want to have?Key Scriptures: Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 27:10 ReferencesDon Williams Fair Weather Friends Lyrics to Fairweather Friends Join the Messy Can't Stop Her Sisterhood at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3204395256540448/If you would love to share your story on the #MessyCantStopHer podcast, click here to let me know. Thank you so much for listening. Music Credit: https://indiefy.me/wanted-carter

Pastor Josh is remote in this edition of Extra Takes, from Tennessee. Matt Shiles guides the discussion from the regular studio at Northland as they look into some of the details regarding this week's sermon on biblical friendship. After Pastor Josh takes a brief walk down memory lane, he digs into the differences in the different levels of friendship and what it takes for a "Biblical Friendship", and what the real benefits of such a relationship are. 

Proverbs While a friend is a neighborly disposition towards all people we encounter that adds functionality and flourishing to their life, Proverbs teaches a deeper understanding of being a friend, called friendship. Biblical Friendship is the vehicle God uses to help us function and flourish in our humanity (how we relate, create, and operate) as we traverse through the sea of life on our way to eternal life. This kind of friendship is hard to find, but we know we can find it in Jesus Christ, our friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Jonny Ardavanis is the Dean of Campus Life at The Master's University and hosts the podcast Dial In with Jonny Ardavanis. He is passionate about the Gospel and God's Word and desires to see people understand and obey it. Dial In with Jonny Ardavanis: Big Questions, Biblical Answers, is a series that seeks to provide biblical answers to some of the most prominent and fundamental questions regarding God, the Gospel, and the Bible.In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis sits down with Brianna Harris, the Dean of Women at the Masters University, to discuss the reality of biblical friendships. Brie shares her insights on the importance of friendship, common pitfalls, and best practices from a biblical perspective. Together they explore how friendships can sometimes become idols, the danger of self-centered relationships, and the need for intentionality in pointing each other towards Christ. Bri also touches on the balance between fun and godliness, the misconception of having to be friends with everyone, and the value of deep, meaningful connections. Dial in as Jonny and Bri dive into these vital aspects of Christian community and learn how to navigate friendships with wisdom and grace.Topics Covered:- The importance of friendship in community- Common pitfalls in friendships, such as idolizing friends and self-centeredness- The need for intentional, Christ-centered relationships- Practical ways to encourage and support friends in their faith- Balancing fun and godliness in friendships- The distinction between acquaintances and true friends- The value of having a few deep, meaningful friendships over many superficial onesWatch VideosVisit the Website Pre-order Consider the LiliesFollow on Instagram

Tonight, I want to thank a few gentlemen in my life whom I have the privilege of calling a friend. I also want to look at John 15 and look at Jesus' words on friendship.

In this episode, Abby dives into scripture to see what the purpose of Biblical friendship is and how we can have and be a biblical friend. Connect with us more at this link! https://linktr.ee/rblministries --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rbl-ministries/support

Expositional teaching utilizing John CH 15:12-15 as an outlining for Christians to follow when it comes to establishing biblical friendships. This teaching will examine each verse in its contextual setting, while gleaning from those passages in the hopes to extract and apply why it is most important that we have biblical friends. In addition, we will ask the pointed question of “are we friendship worthy?”, while exposing a critical danger for choosing to be alone. The post Sunday 1st service Biblical Friendship – Sunday, May 5th, 2024 appeared first on Calvary Chapel Kaneohe.

Expositional teaching utilizing John CH 15:12-15 as an outlining for Christians to follow when it comes to establishing biblical friendships.  This teaching will examine each verse in its contextual setting, while gleaning from those passages in the hopes to extract and apply why it is most important that we have biblical friends.  In addition, we will ask the pointed question of “are we friendship worthy?”, while exposing a critical danger for choosing to be alone.  Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.  Social MediaProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgMobile/TV Apps: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/app Church Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFaragInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag

Hello Angels, Happy Wednesday! Okay this episode is so good! Have you ever wondered what a true  friendship looks like? Have you ever wondered how you can be a better friend? Well guess what?! the bible has all these answers! And that is what I discuss in todays episode! I discuss what TRUE friendship looks like from the bible! I hope you enjoy this! If you have enjoyed this episode, please be sure to rate and review this podcast! Thank you for your time, thank you for listening and thank you for your support! And remember to always stay Kind! xo A

Speaker: Jason Malone

We have easier access to people than ever before, yet we are more isolated in so many ways. The book of Proverbs has a lot to say about the need for friendship and community – not a generic kind of friendship, but biblical, life-giving friendship. We need to be around people with whom we can be truly vulnerable and receive encouragement and correction. A friend isn't just someone who doesn't leave, but someone who moves towards you in all seasons.

Our friendships with one another will only have a solid foundation and be able to flourish if they are built on the solid rock of Christ. Full Show Notes: ThankfulHomemaker.com Shop Bloomfield Cottage - use code THANKFUL20 for 20% off your entire purchase. PDF Download for Outline of Threats to Biblical Friendship RESOURCES: Join Thankful Homemaker for access to the Free Library of Resources Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest & Instagram Patreon Support Join the Thankful Homemaker Facebook Group Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App  Online Courses & Printables Advertise/Sponsor the Podcast Thankful Homemaker Merchandise