Friends Who Love Like Family

Have you ever felt like you’re trying to carry the weight of your world entirely on your own? We often treat our faith as a solo trek, yet the scriptures point us toward a much richer, communal reality. In this reflection on Romans 12, we dive into the ​“intensely practical” challenge of what it means to be a family that goes beyond mere friendship.

What if we took the call to ​“outdo one another in showing honour” seriously? We explore the unique Greek concept of philostorgos—a specific kind of love reserved for those we cherish as kin — and how that bond allows us to call out the unique giftings in one another. From the mentorship between Moses and Jethro to the unlikely duo of Woody and Buzz, we look at why connecting different generations is vital for our spiritual health. This isn’t about being ​“nice”; it’s about a costly, intentional choice to value others above ourselves. Join us as we discuss how to ​“gossip well” behind people’s backs and embrace the beautiful, upside-down competition of the Kingdom.