Today's episode delves into the profound nature of true friendship in an era dominated by social media connections. Drawing a line between mere acquaintances and genuine friends, it questions the depth, authenticity, and conditions of true friendships. By exploring various facets of friendship—from its vulnerability to its evolution with life stages—the discussion ponders the genuine essence of a friend. The devotional turns to the Book of Proverbs, gleaning seven principles highlighting the hallmarks of true friendship: loyalty and faithfulness, trustworthiness, counsel and honesty, good influence, consistency, shared joy and sorrow, and the intertwining of values and experiences. Through biblical narratives and historical events, it emphasizes virtues like loyalty, trust, honesty, positive influence, and consistent support, encouraging believers to reflect and model God's steadfast love in their friendships.
Colossians 3:1-10 paints a vivid picture of the Christian journey as one of transformation and renewal, urging believers to embrace their new identity in...
Malachi, the last of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible, is a somewhat enigmatic figure about whom very little personal information is...
Today’s episode is Part 7 and the finale of “Making Waves,” a special musical theater edition of 1010 Thrive. After more than a year...