Hey Carpool Crew! đ Proverbs 27:17 â âIron sharpens iron, and one person sharpens another.â
Today on Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin shares what true friendship looks like through one of the most powerful verses in Proverbs. Real friends donât just make you laughâthey help you grow, get stronger, and follow Jesus more closely. Whether you're in the car with your bestie or thinking about someone who pushes your buttons, this episode will help you rethink what it means to be a good friendâand choose friends who make you better.
đ§ In This Episode:
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What it means to be a "sharpening" friend
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Why Jesus surrounded Himself with people who made Him better knownânot just feel better
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A powerful picture of friendship from ancient blacksmiths đ„
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How to tell if your friend group is pulling you down or building you up
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What Jesus might say about the people you hang out with
đ 3 Ways to Apply Proverbs 27:17 Today:
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Look around. Who are your closest friendsâand how are they shaping you?
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Be the sharpener. Encourage your friends to grow in wisdom and faith.
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Ask God for growth. Pray for friends who make you better, wiser, and more like Jesus.
đââïž Discussion Question: Whoâs someone in your life that âsharpensâ youâand how can you thank or encourage them today?
đŁ Parents: If todayâs message inspired your family, share it with a parent friend! Proverbs 27:17 isnât just a great memory verseâitâs a game-changer for the kids learning how to choose strong, faith-filled friendships. Text this episode to a friend or post about it in a Facebook group for parents or church leaders!
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