Deepening Relational Circles

By Rick Bayer, August 29, 2021

1 Samuel 18-23

Lessons from the friendship of David and Jonathon:

Spiritual friendship shows itself in and . 1 Samuel 18:1-4

Spiritual friendship has a fondation in a . 1 Samuel 18:12-14

Spiritual friendship for the other person. 1 Samuel 19:1-7

Spiritual friendship is grounded in . 1 Samuel 20:1-4

Spiritual friendship helps the other person grow . 1 Samuel 23:14-18

Yes, I'm interested in being a part of a Discipleship Group or Core Group

Yes, I'm interested in being in an inter-generational quad.

Questions for personal reflection and/or Discipleship Group:

Opener:

  • What 2-3 friends would you choose to speak at your funeral?

Go to the Source:

  • Read 1 Samuel 18:1-4, 12-14; 19:1-7; 20:1-4; 23:14-18
  • What impresses you about Jonathon and David’s friendship?
  • What is one quality you’d like to incorporate into your own friendships?

Live it out:

  • Who are the 2-3 people you will be in discipling relationship with this fall?
  • What will be your rhythm of engagement with them that will help your soul to flourish?