To be a real friend, you need to know God.

In this second episode of our How to Be a Real Friend series, we dive into a bold claim: true friendship isn’t possible without a growing relationship with God. Why? Because selfless love—the kind that sustains real friendship—isn't something we naturally possess. It's something we receive from Jesus. We unpack how knowing God through Jesus transforms our ability to love others, why biblical friendship requires more than emotional connection, and how to practically pursue deeper knowledge of God in your everyday life. Want to love your friends better? Start by knowing the One who loved you first.

Knowing yourself isn’t just self-help—it’s the start of real friendship.

In this first episode of our How to Be a Real Friend series, we unpack why self-knowledge is essential for healthy, lasting relationships. Drawing from Scripture, Christian tradition, and practical tools like personality tests and reflection, we explore how knowing your strengths, weaknesses, patterns, and quirks helps you love your friends more honestly and humbly. If you want to grow deeper in your friendships, start by looking inward—with God’s help.

Hey friend—are you using your time well?

In this episode, we tackle one of the most convicting and practical questions for our everyday lives: how are you spending your time? Drawing from Ephesians 5, we explore what the Bible says about wise vs. foolish time use, how to discern between restful and wasteful activities, and how love—not productivity—is the real measure of using your time well. Whether you’re constantly busy or feel stuck in idleness, this conversation will help you reset your priorities and live with intention.

What do you do if you think your friend is lying to you?

In this episode, we walk through how to handle dishonesty in a friendship with wisdom, truth, and grace. From the spiritual weight of lying to the emotional toll it can take on trust, we’ll share a step-by-step approach grounded in Scripture and real life. You’ll learn how to approach your friend with honesty, ask the right questions, and point them back to Jesus—without letting judgment kill connection.

Making new friends in college doesn’t have to revolve around parties—and it definitely shouldn’t.

In this episode, we talk about how to build real friendships during your first year of college, even if you’re introverted, anxious, or over the whole party scene. We’ll explore why making friends is harder than ever (hello, post-COVID personalities), why God wants you in community, and give practical, honest tips to go from stranger to real friend. Whether you're starting fresh or looking to go deeper, this episode is for you.

Real friendship isn’t perfect—but it endures.

In this final episode of our series, we talk about what it means to be committed to give grace —the kind of grace that forgives, restores, and keeps showing up even when things get messy. Drawing from Ephesians 4, Matthew 18, and the example of Jesus, we unpack why grace is essential for lasting friendship and how to extend it even when it’s hard. Real friends don’t cancel—they cover each other with love. This is the glue that holds everything together.

Can guys and girls really be just friends? In this episode, we dive into the question through the lens of Lucas’ own story—can he stay just friends with a girl? We talk about emotional boundaries, attraction, honesty, and how to pursue genuine, God-honoring friendship between men and women. This one’s honest, funny, and a little uncomfortable… but definitely worth it.

Real friends don’t just listen—they help you see clearly. In this episode, we explore what it means to counsel with truth in real friendship. We unpack how sin distorts our perspective, why truth-centered counsel matters, and how pointing one another to Jesus is the most loving thing we can do. Whether you're offering wisdom or seeking it, this episode will encourage you to speak with clarity, humility, and love as you walk with your friends toward what’s true.