How do we get out of the constant cycle of comparison?
The Bible is full of people who have learned from God how to be friends that understand, connect with, admire, challenge, and love each other.
Though Zacchaeus came with baggage, Jesus’ decision to love anyway completely changed Zacchaeus’ life for the better.
When we learn to make God a personal friend, he will become real to us, and in doing so teach us how to become a “true friend” to others.
Throughout the gospels, Jesus asked key, timely questions to spark deeper conversation and consideration.
Faith in God helps us find the confidence to be ourselves, overcome any conflict or obstacle in relationships, and love others wholeheartedly.
How I learned that truth is my friend, not my enemy.
If we want to make listening and learning one of our strengths, we need to identify how we currently listen to others.
6 tips from the scriptures
The Bible defines humility as getting beyond ourselves and instead securing our neighbors’ interests first.
The first disciples demonstrated exceptional loyalty to God, which translated to a strong sense of togetherness.