Having a keen eye or ear or mind is a very helpful thing to have—but what about having a keen heart? Pastor Jared teaches about spiritual discernment and the practical ways we can increase in wisdom.

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This week, we examine the role of friendship in marriage, and the idea that inside of every successful marriage is a strong and vibrant friendship.

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What is the function and design of friendship? What is the mechanism that makes friendship such a powerful force? This week, we’ll discuss the glory of friendship, and the practical reasons why being intentional with our circles of friends matters.

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Healthy friendships are built with a lot of face-to-face interaction, but don’t underestimate the power of simply doing things together, shoulder-to-shoulder.

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What role does openness and vulnerability play in our friendships? Pastor Jared gives us some practical tips on how to dig deeper in our friendships, and escape the shallowness that prevents us from making better friends.

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This week in our continuing conversation about friendship, we explore the role of consideration, and the relief it can bring into all of our relationships.

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“”If you would be a friend, show yourself friendly.” While this isn’t considered a very good translation of the proverb anymore, there is still something to it. In part 5, we talk about the role of affection in our friendships.

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When it comes to making and keeping friends, one cannot underrate the importance of being responsive. But how do we respond? When? And what if it’s a conflict or a disagreement that needs responding to? Pastor Jared gives some practical advice on the art of responding.

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Why Jesus? Because value creates obligation.

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How do we add margin in our lives, and how can doing so improve our friendships? Pastor Jared explores some practical steps and common problems we all face in the business of life.

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