1. “The Importance of Relationships”

2. The Importance of Relationships John 15:12-17

3. The 3 L’s of Friendship I.Love “love one another as I have loved you” He loves me as His own creation He loves me unconditionally He loves me sacrificially.

4. The 3 L’s of Friendship II. Lay The Old Testament illustration of David and Jonathan Characteristics of their friendship Based on their commitment to God Nothing came between them Drew close when tested Remained friends to the end

5. The 3 L’s of Friendship III. Life The greatest gift we can give to our friends is life through Jesus.

6. Decision Time Responding to God’s Word and His Spirit