Behold Jesus, our Friend! - Part 1

OUTLINE: For all your time in church, for all your thoughts, Bible study, prayer, sermon listening… Do you think of Jesus as your Friend?

1. Face to Face Fellowship
2. Communion with the Triune God
3. Jesus …your Friend!
   Friend-Focused Conclusion: In light of this incredible passage from John 15 (especially vv. 14-15), how can you deepen your friendship with Jesus?

PM Devotional material (or for your reflection on the Word and your faith this week):

1. Describe the best friendship you have ever had. How does it compare with the way you have experienced Jesus' friendship?
2. How does Jesus explain the genuine love with which He commands His disciples to "love one another" (15:12–13)?
3. What role do verses 14–17 say that Jesus played in the disciples' lives?
4. How about John 15:15 exactly… How can you deepen your friendship with Christ?