(audio only) Psalm 1 challenges us that the root of our relationships is in Christ. It is him that is at the centre of all of our friendships. And so, if we want to get closer, we must learn to be better rooted.

Jesus' heart is for us to be united. However, often we find ourselves disconnected and isolated. Some walls are external and others are internal. We build them because we long for comfort, power or protection but the true destination of every wall is loneliness.

Show me your friends and will show you your future. Research has shown us that we become the average of the people we spend the most time with. This is true physically, emotionally, financially and spiritually. How do we build friends with the right people that will lead us to the future we long for?

In the hustle and bustle of life, we often find ourselves caught in the paradox of love and exhaustion. We yearn for meaningful connections and cherish the relationships we have, but at the same time, we can't deny the weariness that sometimes creeps in. Whether it's the demands of work, the intricacies of friendships, or the challenges of family life, there are moments when we just feel drained. People, while wonderful, can also be exhausting.

Galatians 6:6-9 emphasises the idea that we reap what we sow in our relationships. If we want love, generosity, and community in our lives, we must sow the seeds of love, generosity, and community in our interactions with others. But to do this, we must learn how to navigate weariness and look after our souls.

In our ongoing series on friendships, we've been exploring the dynamics of human connections, especially in the post-pandemic world. It's clear that our relationships have undergone significant changes, and we can't simply expect things to return to normal. In the previous discussions, we committed to being present and proactive in our friendships. Today, we delve into another crucial aspect: how to be loved and known.

In a world that has undergone significant changes, with the pandemic, mental health crises, and financial challenges, the value of friendship has never been more apparent. The Bible is clear: we are created for friendship. So, why do we find them so hard? Today, we kick off a new series on the Lost Art of Friendships.

Our encounters with God not only change our lives but echo throughout them and transform the lives of those around us.

We were made for adventure. Our best life is found on the other side of adventure. As we follow God, we discover purpose, friendship and impact.

There is power in a moment to change your life. How are you building moments that really matter?

One of the most incredible claims of Christianity is that you can actually know God. Moses was said to have spoken to God as a friend. How could we know God this way and what would that kind of life look like?