Spiritual Friendship

We need companions on our spiritual journey. The modern world has taught us to value autonomy and individualism. Our churches often see spirituality as personal and private. But we cannot go long in our Christian pilgrimage before realizing that isolation leads to spiritual barrenness. We soon discover that our souls long for accompaniment, intimacy, and spiritual friendship. As a result, many Christians today are rediscovering the ancient practice of spiritual direction.

All ministry leaders need to cultivate healthy and life-giving friendships with peers, and especially with Jesus. Unfortunately, the concept of friendship has been reduced to clicks and “likes” on social media sites that are neither life-giving, nor truly signs of friendship.

Women long for deep and lasting friendships but often find them challenging to make. The private angst they feel regarding friendship often translates into their own insecurity and isolation. Christine Hoover offers women a fresh, biblical vision for friendship that allows for the messiness of our lives and the realities of our schedules.

Author Steve Harrison draws from over fifty years of ministry to share personal lessons learned as well as valuable biblical insights. You will gain a deeper understanding of the cost of friendship along with the power of proximity. You will be challenged to seek Christ’s trust and know the foundation of God’s Kingdom. There is a fellowship of Christ’s followers who have found the treasure buried in the field and the pearl of great price. They have discovered a love and support that does not wane because of a friendship that does not end.