What kind of friends do you have—and what kind of friend are you?
In this message, we look at powerful moments from 2 Samuel to understand what true friendship really looks like. Through the story of David, Absalom, and Joab, we see that real friends don’t just agree with us—they challenge us, protect us, and help keep us on the right path.
Key Scriptures:
2 Samuel 18:5 – “Be gentle with the young man Absalom for my sake.”
2 Samuel 18:14–16 – Joab takes action when others hesitate
2 Samuel 19:5–8 – Joab confronts David and calls him higher
Main Points:
A good friend will not give in to your bad instincts
A good friend will be strong when you are weak
A good friend will not let you trade your destiny for something temporary
Through real-life stories and biblical truth, this message challenges us to surround ourselves with truth-telling friends—and to become one.
Application:
Take a moment today to reach out and thank the friends in your life who tell you the truth, even when it’s hard.
Conclusion:
You are never alone. You have a friend in Jesus.