IN TOUCH - Oluseyi H. Olowoniwa

CHOOSING FRIENDS - A Vital Decision INTRODUCTION: You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with. “If you hang around 5 confident people, you will be the 6 th . If you hang around 5 intelligent people, you will be the 6 th .”   There is more to the choice of the person you call a friend than mere company, fellowship and chatting. Friends gradually but surely rob off habits and influences on us than we initially bargained for or expected. It is important to know who you are and the person you want to be and choose your friends accordingly, before they choose you. Be careful who you choose as your friends because their bad habits can become your bad habits. On the corollary, you are an influencer. Somebody looks up to you. What are you influencing? ISSUES: 1. What were some of the attributes Naomi possessed which drew Ruth to her? Ruth 1:8,20-21; 3:1,6,18 “Good attributes are essential for personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. By incorporating ...

YOUR FRIEND, JESUS - Jesus as a Friend   INTRODUCTION: Friendship’s Light A friend’s a hand when days feel long, A steady heart, a soothing song. In laughter’s warmth or sorrow’s tide, A faithful soul stands by your side. Through winding paths and skies above, A friend is trust, a bond of love. No richer gift, no sweeter blend— Life’s treasure bright: a cherished friend.   Friends are families we choose ourselves. We always desire the best and perfect friendship. People change and even the best of friends unfortunately sometimes turned to worst enemies. There is a Friend that is closer than a brother – Jesus. “Jesus is that perfect Friend. When He comes into the heart, He is able to satisfy every longing of the heart and to give flawless counsel in every time of need”.   ISSUES:   1. What is the dictionary definition of the word friend? Why is it necessary to have friendships?   KEY POINTS: Friend? Reaction to: affection, admiration, connection, acceptance, desi...