Holy Trinity Church Cambridge How to be a Great Friend - Steve Conacher - Philippians 2:19-30 - 17/02/19
Feb 17, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Steve Conacher, Youth Pastor at Holy Trinity Church Cambridge, explores the essence of friendship through the lens of Philippians. He highlights the selflessness of figures like Timothy and Epaphroditus, encouraging listeners to prioritize the welfare of others. With inspiring anecdotes, Steve underscores the importance of genuine community and support within the church, reminding us that even mundane scriptures can be meaningful. His reflections challenge us to seek deeper connections and embody virtues of generosity and love.
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Bible Stories Are Relatable
- The Bible tells stories of real, relatable people, not unreachable superhumans.
- Timothy and Epaphroditus are presented as ordinary Christians whose lives speak into ours.
Role Model List Example
- Steve recounts a public list where Taylor Swift tops role models and Jesus ranks second.
- He uses the list and teens' comments to question modern choices of role models.
Genuine Interest Is Attainable
- Timothy models that taking a genuine interest in others is possible for Christians.
- His example counters the common expectation that people will always act selfishly.