The Message

Jesus described His reconciling work in similar terms. "The greatest way to show love for friends is to die for them" (John 15:13). As a result of this sacrificial act of friendship toward us, we can now be friends with Him. "I no longer call you servant . . . Instead, I have called you friends" (John 15:15).
It is an overwhelming thought that we are now God's friends. One worth clapping about. 👏

"False prophets" are still with us. "Experts" dispense advice while ignoring God altogether or twisting His words to suit their purposes. But through His Word and Spirit, God has given us what we need to begin to discern the false from the true. As we gauge everything by the truth of His Word, our own words and lives will increasingly reflect that truth to others.