As we continue in our series on the names of Jesus, we come to the name that we never think about with him: Friend. Some Christians have said that it’s rude, unholy, and disrespectful to call God your friend. But Jesus showed us that all great relationships start with friendship, and He even said "I don’t call you slaves, I call you friends." Just like any friendship, as it grows closer, it moves into a family relationship. Your best friend becomes your brother or your sister, and Jesus says He is our friend and our big brother.
FRIEND AND BROTHER
October 23, 2022 • Scott Klaudt
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