Famous Friends
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Introduction: This is the Shaw’s House
Introduction: This is the Shaw’s House
I took Neighborhood Security Seriously when I was a kid
I rolled up on my big Wheels while the Noren’s were moving in
Kenny and Evan would become family friends to this day
We would get in trouble/have fun/find Jesus/fight addiction/celebrate wins
Someone said that the real miracle of Jesus was that he was in his 30’s and somehow managed to have 12 consistent friendships
Friends shape Futures
1. Joshua and Caleb
1. Joshua and Caleb
But Caleb tried to quiet the people as they stood before Moses. “Let’s go at once to take the land,” he said. “We can certainly conquer it!”
Scripture:
If the Lord delights in us, he will bring us into this land and give it to us, a land that flows with milk and honey. Only do not rebel against the Lord. And do not fear the people of the land, for they are bread for us. Their protection is removed from them, and the Lord is with us; do not fear them.”
And Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi: is it too small a thing for you that the God of Israel has separated you from the congregation of Israel, to bring you near to himself, to do service in the tabernacle of the Lord and to stand before the congregation to minister to them,
Explain
Explain
Explain
The spies had come back with a incredible stories of how good the land was
But instead of just defining reality they went full on abandon ship and freaked everyone out
Joshua and Caleb were the only ones who said, “We can do it!”
Where did they get their confidence? (Canvas Graphic)
The Future of the 10 spies was forfeited
The Future of the 2 spies was fortified
Sirach......
1 All wisdom is from the Lord,
and with him it remains forever.
2 The sand of the sea, the drops of rain,
and the days of eternity—who can count them?
3 The height of heaven, the breadth of the earth,
the abyss, and wisdom—who can search them out?
4 Wisdom was created before all other things,
and prudent understanding from eternity.
6 The root of wisdom—to whom has it been revealed?
Her subtleties—who knows them?
8 There is but one who is wise, greatly to be feared,
seated upon his throne—the Lord.
9 It is he who created her;
he saw her and took her measure;
he poured her out upon all his works,
10 upon all the living according to his gift;
he lavished her upon those who love him.
11 The fear of the Lord is glory and exultation,
and gladness and a crown of rejoicing.
12 The fear of the Lord delights the heart,
and gives gladness and joy and long life.
13 Those who fear the Lord will have a happy end;
on the day of their death they will be blessed.
14 To fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
she is created with the faithful in the womb.
15 She made among human beings an eternal foundation,
and among their descendants she will abide faithfully.
16 To fear the Lord is fullness of wisdom;
she inebriates mortals with her fruits;
17 she fills their whole house with desirable goods,
and their storehouses with her produce.
18 The fear of the Lord is the crown of wisdom,
making peace and perfect health to flourish.
19 She rained down knowledge and discerning comprehension,
and she heightened the glory of those who held her fast.
20 To fear the Lord is the root of wisdom,
and her branches are long life.
22 Unjust anger cannot be justified,
for anger tips the scale to one’s ruin.
23 Those who are patient stay calm until the right moment,
and then cheerfulness comes back to them.
24 They hold back their words until the right moment;
then the lips of many tell of their good sense.
25 In the treasuries of wisdom are wise sayings,
but godliness is an abomination to a sinner.
26 If you desire wisdom, keep the commandments,
and the Lord will lavish her upon you.
27 For the fear of the Lord is wisdom and discipline,
fidelity and humility are his delight.
28 Do not disobey the fear of the Lord;
do not approach him with a divided mind.
29 Do not be a hypocrite before others,
and keep watch over your lips.
30 Do not exalt yourself, or you may fall
and bring dishonor upon yourself.
The Lord will reveal your secrets
and overthrow you before the whole congregation,
because you did not come in the fear of the Lord,
and your heart was full of deceit.
Fear or Faith may depend on the company you keep
David and Jonathan
Fear or Faith may depend on the company you keep
Story/Illustration: Peter—Let’s not be those guys…Let’s be better!
Story/Illustration: Peter—Let’s not be those guys…Let’s be better!
David and Jonathan
Let’s be the husbands who do whatever it takes to honor our wives
2. David and Jonathan
2. David and Jonathan
Scripture
As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. And Saul took him that day and would not let him return to his father’s house. Then Jonathan made a covenant with David, because he loved him as his own soul. And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was on him and gave it to David, and his armor, and even his sword and his bow and his belt. And David went out and was successful wherever Saul sent him, so that Saul set him over the men of war. And this was good in the sight of all the people and also in the sight of Saul’s servants.
1 Samuel 18:1-
Explain:
Explain:
Let’ focus on vs.1 and 3
Then Jonathan made a covenant with David, because he loved him as his own soul.
Explain:
Both David and Jonathan were courageous, bold and loved the Lord
D’s friendship with J opened up alot of opportunity
Symbol of the Robe:
A gift of royal clothing and weaponry was generous and symbolic
These gifts were reserved for the heir to Saul’s throne
David was successful wherever he went. Saul and J gave him a chance
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David had the sword of the enemy, the sword of the future king of Israel and now was invited into the royal household...
Direction Flows Through Relationship
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Story: How did I get here?
Story: How did I get here?
Neal tells me to get Licensed in 4Square > I take youth on a 4Square Missions Trip > I meet Kurt Fuller > I want to get a masters > Kurt Fuller butt dials me 3x, every single time I was on Fuller’s website > I start the cohort and meet Pastor Aaron Cordeiro > P.A.C invites me to speak at a youth camp > He asks me to pray about being a part of the NHO Family > I move here!
At this point I want to invite my wife to come up and speak on our next point...
3. Mary and Elizabeth
3. Mary and Elizabeth
Mary and Elizabeth
And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the baby leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and she exclaimed with a loud cry, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!
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Celebrating someone else’s WIN will never leave you at a LOSS
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Story/Illustration: Crabs in a Bucket
Story/Illustration: Crabs in a Bucket
Application:
Application:
Find true Friends
NEXT STEPS:
At NHHK we have a clear process of growing in faith that we believe you can find in the Bible
God is always inviting people into a process with him…So what’s your NEXT STEP?
Who do I need to be spending time with?
Join a small group (GET CONNECTED)
Conclusion: Friends Shape Futures
Am I letting things get in the way of friendship that I need?