1 Samuel 20:18-19, 21-23

Having friends is a fundamental element of ordinary life; choosing the right friends is an essential factor for an abundant life. In this four day study, you’ll learn how to discern between fools and friends, how to separate yourself from fools, and build intentional friendships that will move you toward the abundant life God promises.

Do you long to “make disciples who make disciples,” to follow Jesus’ mandate in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20)? If so, you may have found that it can be difficult to find role models for this process. Whose example can you follow? What does disciplemaking look like in everyday life? Let’s look into the Old Testament to see how five men and women invested in others, Life-to-Life®.

Advent can be a dark time. Here's an exploration of eight times in scripture when someone says the phrase "Go in peace," and what that means for your Advent journey.

This reading plan will introduce you to the book of Samuel, including why and under what circumstances the book was written and how it applies to Christians today.