Memory Verse

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
                                                                                                                   John 15:13

Monday - Begin the day in prayer; meditate on the memory verse.

Review the sermon outline and read through all the verses on the notes page.

Which verses did God use to speak to you? What did he say?

Do your friends see the marks of a real friend in you?

Which of these marks characterize you?

With which do you feel you need help?

Tuesday - Begin the day in prayer; meditate on the memory verse.

Read 1 Samuel 18:1-4 and 20:1-17, 30-42.

Which of the qualities of real friends do you see in David and Jonathan’s relationship? Where did you see these qualities?

In light of their circumstances, how did this friendship probably bring
comfort to both of these men?

Where has God shown you His comfort and love through a friend?

Wednesday - Begin the day in prayer; meditate on the memory verse.

Read Proverbs 17:9, 17, 18:24, 27:10, 1 Peter 4:8 and 1 John 4:11.

From these verses, list the actions of a friend.

With whom do you usually talk when disaster strikes?

How can love cover a multitude of sins?

Thursday - Begin the day in prayer; meditate on the memory verse.

Read Exodus 33:10-12, John 15:14-15, Isaiah 41:8 and James 2:23.

How does God [Jesus] refer to Himself in these passages?

How is God our model of perfect friendship?

In what current situation do you need to see God as your friend?

Friday - Begin the day in prayer; meditate on the memory verse.

Read 2 Chronicles 29:5-7; 1 Corinthians 15:33 and James 4:4.

What are some examples of how you become friends with the world?

What happens when you become friends with the world and unfaithful
to God?

After examining your friendships, are there any that would fall into the description found in 1 Corinthians 15:33? What will you do about it?

Personal Reflection & Application

What does it mean to you that in order to have a friend you must be a friend?

Reaching Out

Identify how God has blessed you with good friends. Make a point to show them your appreciation.