Message by Bob Crosthwaite, Pastor Emeritus

1 Peter 4:8

Ship #1: FRIENDship

Benefits of a solid friendship:

less stress

better healing

healthy behavior

greater sense of purpose

add life to your years

Ephesians 4:2-3

2 Corinthians 6:14-16

Types of friends to pursue:

Mentors (Paul)

Peers (Jonathan)

Disciples (Timothy)

Ship #2: RELATIONship

Galatians 5:15

** Making relationships work:

1, Be thankful for differences

Romans 15:7

2, Go to God with Disappointments

Living has a tendency to get in the way of life sometimes.

1 Corinthians 13:7-8

3, Trust God, not just feelings

Numbers 23:19

Ship #3: FELLOWship

Key Principles:

Love & Service

Encouragement & Growth

Forgiveness & Unity

Affection & Purity

JESUS: Support, Love, Comfort, Peace, COMPANIONship