One of the hardest parts of adulthood is finding and keeping friends. Suddenly, making friends is not as easy as it was in college. This is especially difficult when we go through different seasons in our lives.

What we bring to our friendships when they're healthy, and when they're life giving is God. We know that the greatest thing we can do for each other is push each other to Jesus, rather than giving great advice, or setting this expectation of solving your problems and fixing your things.

One of the most unique things about being a Christian is supposed to be that we do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit. But in humility, we regard each other more important than ourselves. This is really grounded in what Paul lays out as the mind of Christ and how he lived. Paul reminds us that we're Christ's followers.

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It may be awkward to have the conversations about ground rules, but it’s for the benefit of everyone in your community. You must have those awkward conversations to build life-giving friendships and communities around you.

Imagine it’s five years from now, and the friends with whom you’ve done life are by your side. These are the girls and guys who know everything about you. You see them multiple times a week, and they are there for you through thick and thin. You're walking through life fully known and completely loved. And it's not always easy, but you're committed to each other. All of this begins with a vision.

A chat with Dr. Curt Thompson: It often feels impossible to be vulnerable around our loved ones. Fear and shame prevent us from revealing the deepest parts of ourselves. While this fear is understandable, vulnerability benefits us more than we might be willing to admit.

One of the biggest blessings in my life has been the friendships I’ve built. My friends are like family. They've helped me process major life changes, and I know they’d do it again in a pinch.

Like any personal relationship, friendships are hard. We sometimes clash with these wonderful people we love and think “There’s no light at the end of this tunnel!” But there always is when you’re called to love somebody.

I’ve been a fan of Gary Thomas and his work for ages. This pastor and author has published multiple works that discuss massive pillars of life. In this edited interview, Gary tells us about his latest literary installment and the inspiration behind it.

So, what does it look like to stay close and be in a deep, rich community? It looks like avoiding the traps that the enemy sets for us; traps that often derail healthy, great friendships.

Vulnerability is important, and being open with your people has the power to change your relationships.