Thinking Through Your Friendships- Dr. Charles Stanley

Friendships are a gift from God. And while they are His blessing to us, the most blessed friendship we can have is with our Lord. In this sermon, Dr. Stanley praises God for bringing friends into our lives and explains the importance of having relationships with others and with Christ.
For more messages from Charles Stanley, including this week's broadcast, go to www.intouch.org/watch

[@amelian9677]

I’m 33, and I would hang out with Dr. Stanley!

[@kateosmond1090]

Me too. He is full of wisdom. 🥰

[@kateosmond1090]

@@nasheiasmith indeed

[@vivienlee610]

Yes, he must have the most best friends ever!

[@garychow8424]

I'm 22 and I wanna meet Dr Stanley

[@fredkaplan9720]

I would hang out with Charles Stanley 24 hours a day 7 days a week and choose him as a great great great great great great faithful friend

[@Sayerdify]

When my husband and I got married we both said we felt uncomfortable with the persons we each had as best friends. We agreed to give up our best friend. It was hard in the beginning but it was the right thing to do. His friend was heavily into drugs, eventually taking his life. Mine was all around mean spirited. No matter how much I tried talking her about her ways she'd only get meaner. My husband and I are the very best of friends.

[@AbsoluteMdot]

AMEN!!! I learned very quickly that my Husband is my best friend. I had to cut a close friend off who out of nowhere started acting Insecure, Jealous, Envious, Mean Spirited and always Gossiping about mutual friends.

[@AbsoluteMdot]

@@SensiblyTina Amen!! So thankful you let go if that toxic friendship

[@dayanag5255]

“Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.” ‭‭Ecclesiastes‬ ‭4:9-10‬ ‭KJV‬‬ God bless you ❤️

[@jennyhogan4561]

Even family or relatives can be toxic. It was painful but to let go, but I love God first and pray still for them.

[@roseanndolcimascolo5253]

🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼 What the world NEEDS NOW IS L0VE SWEET L0VE In friendships who l0ve God l0ve His Son and L0ve the Holy Spirit First Then our friendship + intimate relations are on a rock hard foundation Starting 0ut with it Will be ao very important Yes I do agree with Dr Stanley's Great message

[@Jeb9221]

Please pray for God to bring people into my life. Am totally alone... - Hannah

[@jenniferlong2639]

Sweet Hallelujah God bless you! I know what you mean. I am lonely and need a friend too.

[@jenniferphillips1549]

Pray sincerely and God WILL bring wonderful friends in your life. Pray to God that you have the discernment to identify them and be a friend to them.

[@kobushauman3310]

Jesus, and the Holy Ghost and God is with you. (And if it is of any value to you you can add me on Facebook. There is more than one Kobus Hauman. I'm living in London UK.)

[@angelav9838]

I would like to have a friend too. Definitely someone I can pray with.

[@tutubevan932]

If you feel lonely keep praying and fasting the more close to jesus .he will come close to you and never feel alone .then you will never care people come or go trust me .

[@annettecookbookbakingcakes1067]

Without Christ I am nothing!

[@1dayatatimelcj4ever58]

My Truth Exactly. 💖

[@heisrisen9893]

Yes!! Amen...

[@cce212]

Amen 👍🏽 🕊️ !!

[@TKO67]

excellent song

[@angelopowell1005]

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[@j.rebekah8605]

My best friend, my husband, just passed. I was lucky to have him, if for a little while. Thankfully I have a good, good dog. My supposed friends and even parents and siblings seem to have no love. I try but I don't get anything back from them in terms of real humanity. They all watch huge amounts of TV or still smoke weed, or are still involved in militant liberalism or new age thought. Thankfully I trust in Christ and I know I'll have the right kind of friends again soon. Some of my deepest connections are with strangers, and I'm trying to be more open to getting to know them. I'm still a little heartbroken. Maybe I've been judgemental in the past and made things about me. Jesus forgive me.

[@susanh1447]

Jesus is my friend. I had to leave lots of friends behind when I was saved and stopped drinking alcohol. They didn't really seem to miss me at all!

[@yvonnehirsch9667]

Good for you, Susan. Your former "friends" do not like that you don't run with them anymore and do the same things they do. It makes them feel uncomfortable and they don't understand it. I wouldn't worry too much about losing those kinds of friends. May God protect you and bring true and godly friends into your life.

[@abeekuworldchanger380]

Most of those types of friendships won't, and that's okay. We need to be vigilant with our friendships because presence doesn't mean beneficial. Some people can even take advantage of us. Furthermore, some friendships we try to keep around may not be good for us either.

[@bean7496]

We are all living proof or God's mercy and love

[@donnariggs4747]

Then they were never a real friend but Jesus is a awesome and true friend ♥️☺️

[@bean7496]

There are friends who pretend to be friends, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24 RSV bible.com/bible/2020/pro.18.24.RSV

[@shawncummings5377]

Jesus is my best friend, oh yes He is. He doesn't disappoint, He doesn't harm with His words, He's always there!!!

[@robynfaith4039]

Shawn Cummings amen

[@robynfaith4039]

And he isn’t dishonest... He is Truth...

[@minniehull1263]

Blessed are those that have never seen yet still believe I've lived and blessed to see what mericals God gives Amen thank you Father Son and Holy Sprit

[@minniehull1263]

@@robynfaith4039 AMEN

[@minniehull1263]

I depend on Jesus thank you Jesus Amen

[@heatherlynn3438]

I need Godly friends 🙏

[@SLamarHarry]

Heather Lynn Agreed. I have too many worldly ones.

[@abeekuworldchanger380]

We need to discern over Godly ones too. But agreed. Ones that will build us up and be real in our lives. Friends can be hard to make at times .

[@joshuafagans9562]

Yea friends are important at every area of our lives and stage of our lives Godly friends

[@shontasmith9362]

I really need Godly friends as well, and prayers for helping me to be a better friend.

[@johnmccutcheon8126]

Spot on! I've had 5 friends in my 75yrs who all had one thing in common. They all have kept the fire burning in my heart for the Lord Jesus Christ. Their faith and commitment to God made them special and someone I could always go to when I needed help and understanding. They NEVER looked down on me or looked away in my time of need. Like wise, I always was there for them. A friendship that has God as the focus, is a friendship that endures!!!!!!!

[@jade_mharie]

I am praying to God for these kind of friendship.

[@nathankaiser2511]

Amen

[@johnmccutcheon8126]

Jade, take my word they are out their. Honestly, I never looked for them, God always seemed to put them in my life at a time in my life when I really needed them!🙏💓

[@jade_mharie]

@@johnmccutcheon8126 Thank you sir 🙏

[@jade_mharie]

@@johnmccutcheon8126 Thank you sir 🙏

[@shyy87]

I love when dr Stanley gets the giggles lol his sense of humor is on point but he’s very firm with the message at the same time. One of a kind for sure.

[@jumobeats9002]

It makes him so relatable... such a solid and good dude

[@amelian9677]

I love it too, and when he says “watch this carefully” 😅

[@mariecaroniaplotkin5268]

Me too ! I love when he laughs

[@brettlyndeneveringham5873]

I break into a Really Goodness filled Hearty Laughter myself when Dr STANLEY Cracks a Joke Can't Help it either it's almost like it's Timed with God Jehovah himself ☮️

[@brettlyndeneveringham5873]

@@mariecaroniaplotkin5268 He makes me laugh Too then the Audience Scenes All laughing Too and I'm ONLY Youtubing almost like being There LITERALLY ☮️

[@zaissiab]

What a friend I have in Jesus...

[@bean7496]

Exactly ! Better than all the others, and he will stay with me forever if I walk with him faithfully, he is the only one we can really rely on wholely

[@e.n.6079]

Indeed!

[@tutubevan932]

@@e.n.6079 absolutely

[@anonperson3197]

He truly is the greatest friend ever, for everyone. He is so good :) HOW TO HAVE ETERNAL LIFE IN HEAVEN WHEN YOUR BODY DIES AND HAVE A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD WHO LOVES YOU: believe in the Son of God: ~John 3:16 (NIV) "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." WHAT EXACTLY DOES BELIEVING IN GOD'S SON MEAN?: accept God's testimony about his Son: ~1 John 5:10: "Whoever believes in the Son of God accepts this testimony. Whoever does not believe God has made him out to be a liar, because they have not believed the testimony God has given about his Son." WHAT IS GOD'S TESTIMONY ABOUT HIS SON? here it is: ~1 John 5:11-13 "And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life." DO I HAVE TO DO ANY WORKS? no! you are saved freely! you will go to heaven when you die now! Reference verses: Colossians 2:13-15 "When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you[d] alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross." ~John 6:26-29 "Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.” Then they asked him, “What must we do to do the works God requires?” Jesus answered, “The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.”" ~Ephesians 2:8-9: " For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God- not by works, so that no one can boast." ~Romans 4:2-8: " If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about-but not before God. What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Now to the one who works, wages are not credited as a gift but as an obligation. However, to the one who does not work but trusts God who justifies the ungodly, their faith is credited as righteousness. David says the same thing when he speaks of the blessedness of the one to whom God credits righteousness apart from works: “Blessed are those whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord will never count against them.”" ~Romans 3:20-31: "Therefore no one will be declared righteous in God’s sight by the works of the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of our sin. But now apart from the law the righteousness of God has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference between Jew and Gentile, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. God presented Christ as a sacrifice of atonement, through the shedding of his blood-to be received by faith. He did this to demonstrate his righteousness, because in his forbearance he had left the sins committed beforehand unpunished- he did it to demonstrate his righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus. Where, then, is boasting? It is excluded. Because of what law? The law that requires works? No, because of the law that requires faith. For we maintain that a person is justified by faith apart from the works of the law. Or is God the God of Jews only? Is he not the God of Gentiles too? Yes, of Gentiles too, since there is only one God, who will justify the circumcised by faith and the uncircumcised through that same faith. Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Not at all! Rather, we uphold the law." Am I saved forever now? no need to worry? yep! you are sealed with the Holy Spirit! ~Ephesians 1:13-14: "And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession-to the praise of his glory." I still find myself sinning- why? ~Romans 7:14-24: "We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. For I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do-this I keep on doing. Now if I do what I do not want to do, it is no longer I who do it, but it is sin living in me that does it. So I find this law at work: Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me. For in my inner being I delight in God’s law; but I see another law at work in me, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin at work within me. What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death? Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself in my mind am a slave to God’s law, but in my sinful nature a slave to the law of sin."

[@naomitamazo5672]

Indeed

[@bean7496]

God truly is working in my life isn't he ? This is a testimony, I was born on February 28 2006, after spending only 5 months in my mother's womb, I was born prematurely and did not fully develop, the doctors said I wouldn't last 24 hours, but look ! I've lasted almost 14½ years, I am living proof of God's mercy, love and grace. We have all been loved before we knew it, and are still loved. It is wonderful is it not ??!!! 👏😭😂

[@joshuafagans9562]

Yes it is toluwanimi Alli and yes he is good and your testimony is encouraging to hear what a awesome God we serve

[@dove7271]

I have no friend like this except Jesus and my husband. God blessing.

[@kresivarivkah612]

Same here. 🌺

[@lydiawatkin7435]

My husband and Jesus!

[@RepentfollowJesus]

Me too. How i long for one. A true Christian friend. Even on the phone.

[@johnpeter5177]

Same here Jesus and my wife.

[@GPJfarming]

That all u need.

[@angielinna7219]

May you rest in peace Dr. Stanley. Thank you.❤🙏🕊🌺

[@annasolomon3469]

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[@nannyi6166]

Thank you Angelina ❤️

[@tinyvr7036]

Gossips are dangerous to have a relationship with. Thank you Jesus for revealing this. Praying Jesus helps all of us to use His wisdom and taking care of ourselves. Thank you, Dr Stanley,too.

[@alisoncarey8692]

Nicely distinguished. Thank you for your comment

[@Ranbowriter]

I cut gossipy people out of my circle. People talking about others in the church, and their family. I won't listen to it

[@ConstellationLady]

What I’ve always loved about pastor Stanley is his ability to make you feel like a child again hearing God’s word. His audience many of whom who are older enjoy his lessons well into old age and it’s a blessing to see the young ones there all learning on the same level the same lessons. Thank you Jesus, the best teacher. 🌸🙏🏽

[@tooshay9655]

JESUS THE FRIEND WHO STICKS CLOSER THAN ANY BROTHER 💜💜💜💜

[@suu65]

Q

[@24juan68]

It’s so refreshing to see and hear Charles laughing 😂

[@nannyi6166]

Better no friend than the wrong friend!Amen!they need to be similar to yourself!Amen True!Never can be too careful!Amen Be careful Amen A real man cries!Amen. I just called to say I Love You!Amen❤️ Keep In Touch!Amen

[@corrieliebenberg1775]

One who loves you who you are..First of all a friend in Jesus. Trust worthy 🙏 in Jesus. Friendship. ❤.

[@irenechavez3455]

"SOLITUDE IN MY APARTMENT WITH JESUS CHRIST, JESUS CHRIST HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY ONLY BEST FRIEND"🙏📖🎤🎶💖⚓

[@meghang2599]

AMEN! Jesus came into my life when everyone else had forsaken me. He is my God, my Savior, my Counselor, my best Friend, my Beloved, my Life, my Hope, my Strength, my Peace, my EVERYTHING! 🙌😍🙏📖⚓

[@cyndih8680]

So needed to hear this...I will be more selective in allowing people in my life...🙏🏾💕

[@ElevateResumeDesign]

Cynthia H 🙏

[@kimmcvay3145]

We must choose our friends wisely, take everything to God in prayer. I pray for good and healthy & Godly friendships, that love the Lord and are growing in faith so we can grow together. Iron sharpens Iron . Amen

[@kresivarivkah612]

Same here. 🌺

[@lindafett1826]

I so needed to hear this also, I want to be kind to those around me but that doesn't mean they have to be my friend--lesson I will remember. I will be more selective also. Scripture says, choose your friend's wisely. I have listened to Charles Stanley for year's and I thank God for such a servant of God.

[@nathankaiser2511]

Blessings

[@Achoti7]

JESUS my FRIEND to the END!!!!!

[@TehJew22]

Yes He is. :,)

[@minniehull1263]

@@TehJew22 my life my world my rock Jesus ILOVE YOU

[@tonyroan75]

Amen!

[@ruthtinlin5162]

@@TehJew22 +++++!!

[@vincentgrubbs7357]

YES

[@Bencat1832]

Am always on a look out for Sermon that is Bible based , I dont care what denomination the Pastor belongs as long as his teaching is in tune with God's principles. Pastor Stanley anchors his sermons on God's words and I am greatly blessed that I have been sharing links to my friends. This is the fourth sermon of his that I've listened and I thank the Holy Spirit for leading me to this video . I especially like the sermon Waiting on God and taking control of our thoughts. Really , if we fill our minds with God's words everyday it is heavenly life. Thank you In Touch Ministries for sharing these Bible based sermons. Pastor Stanley is used by the Holy Spirit to touch lives!

[@1dayatatimelcj4ever58]

*Truth

[@rebeccalynn5014]

Amen

[@dutchessdioji9368]

@@rebeccalynn5014 Amen!

[@angelarocke5164]

Pastor Charles Stanley is a genuine and loving servant of our Lord Jesus Christ..May God continue to bless this godly man

[@myrarainey4121]

GOD BLESS YOU, FAMILY AND FRIENDS. DR. CHARLES STANLEY I THANK GOD FOR YOU EVERYDAY

[@jenniferboettcher6257]

True friends will always be there for you through thick and thin and will make you feel better about yourself no matter what

[@kathybates1017]

I was so hurt by my friend of over 40 years. Our husband had disagreement and things were said that ruined our friendship. We have tried but so awkward now ,it failed. Amazed that a close friendship like this can end with just a few harsh words.

[@j.a.2120]

IF you don't want The fruit's of sin, stay out of the devil's orchard. 😇🍎✝

[@staciehulm4595]

I recently moved on from most of my childhood friendships. I felt it was time to reset. We were holding each other back spiritually by tending to default into old patterns and behaviors. I still pray for them and wish the best for them, but I look forward to all of us growing more towards God as we spend our time differently, away from each other.

[@ce1190]

Good message.

[@susanmoore8748]

Me too, do it in luv, IHN. Hurts, but best. Blessings

[@rindamorin5477]

I love Dr. Charles Stanley sense of humor. He’s a great pastor. May God continue to Bless him❤️

[@truthwatcher416]

A long time ago I asked God to give me one friend and then show me how to be the best friend I could be. God never failed me and brought me a friend and we have been friends for 10 years and still going strong. Jesus Christ is my best friend, and my husband is my love, but just having a friend to confide in, encourage, share my heart and faith was a true blessing from God. I will certainly show her how much I appreciate all her prayers, opening up to me and letting me in. God has shown me how to do the same, even though I have been hurt in the past. Thank you Charles Stanley for your message and reminder to show appreciation for those special people in our lives. My disappointments in life have come from family and people that call themselves Christians and then stab you in the back. But this has just made me stronger in my faith and standing with my best friend Jesus Christ!!! Gods Blessings on you and your continued ministry!!

[@ZennyReacts]

I cried and felt Jesus give me a hug at the end of this video! Thank You Jesus for being there when it seems like I can't relate to anyone anymore. Thank you Charles Stanley for being such a great teacher of the Gospel. I pray we have him on this Earth for many more years to come!

[@sallyakokes]

Love this man and his wisdom !

[@ajnisaziberi5051]

Sally Kokes shiretebeluli

[@angelarocke5164]

The Holy Spirit truly speaks through this wonderful godly man. God Bless you and thank you Pastor Stanley

[@beesanchez8823]

Amen he is a amazing man of god

[@greid36]

@@angelarocke5164.

[@gabrieladaniel9687]

It's the 1st time I hear a preacher talking about the importance of a friendship. God bless you for all the knowledge and revelation brought by you through the Holy Spirit.

[@GrandmaDebo]

I'm so blessed to have good godly friends. They love me & others in spite of. They build up & encourage me when I need it!

[@joshuafagans9562]

That's a blessing to have friends like that

[@GrandmaDebo]

@@joshuafagans9562 yes sir.

[@se3375]

Just Love Charles Stanley, Love my brother in Christ who is Mightily used by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

[@genns8468]

amen sister! He is SOO anointed by the Lord, God bless him! and you!

[@keithhughes3497]

Suzeth Ewert hey what's your number

[@OlgaSmirnova1]

S E me too

[@matthewking8944]

me to se dr stanley rocks keep smileing

[@matthewking8944]

me to se dr stanley rocks keep smileing

[@shonnaherrera8066]

Not everybody is lucky with making friends they like popularity and good looking friends. Very grateful that Jesus Christ is my friend.

[@e.n.6079]

Understand that. May God bless you so much!:)

[@jayonnaj18]

My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is my only TRUE FRIEND!!!

[@karenasberrylowery3877]

Jesus is my friend.

[@heroldable]

Karen, tell me something about Jesus, I do not, truly, know Him. Just some few words, please.

[@lionofjudahlambofgod9132]

@@heroldable It's in his word friend. From Genesis to Revelations. He said "Come to me all who labour and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me for I am gentle and lowly at heart and you will find rest in your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." He is Holy and I'm just getting to know h myself. I love you and hope you're well.

[@anonperson3197]

@@heroldable HOW TO HAVE ETERNAL LIFE IN HEAVEN WHEN YOUR BODY DIES AND HAVE A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD WHO LOVES YOU: believe in the Son of God: ~John 3:16 (NIV) "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." WHAT EXACTLY DOES BELIEVING IN GOD'S SON MEAN?: accept God's testimony about his Son: ~1 John 5:10: "Whoever believes in the Son of God accepts this testimony. Whoever does not believe God has made him out to be a liar, because they have not believed the testimony God has given about his Son." WHAT IS GOD'S TESTIMONY ABOUT HIS SON? here it is: ~1 John 5:11-13 "And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life." DO I HAVE TO DO ANY WORKS? no! you are saved freely! you will go to heaven when you die now! Reference verses: Colossians 2:13-15 "When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you[d] alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross." ~John 6:26-29 "Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.” Then they asked him, “What must we do to do the works God requires?” Jesus answered, “The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.”" ~Ephesians 2:8-9: " For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God- not by works, so that no one can boast." ~Romans 4:2-8: " If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about-but not before God. What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Now to the one who works, wages are not credited as a gift but as an obligation. However, to the one who does not work but trusts God who justifies the ungodly, their faith is credited as righteousness. David says the same thing when he speaks of the blessedness of the one to whom God credits righteousness apart from works: “Blessed are those whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord will never count against them.”" ~Romans 3:20-31: "Therefore no one will be declared righteous in God’s sight by the works of the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of our sin. But now apart from the law the righteousness of God has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference between Jew and Gentile, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. God presented Christ as a sacrifice of atonement, through the shedding of his blood-to be received by faith. He did this to demonstrate his righteousness, because in his forbearance he had left the sins committed beforehand unpunished- he did it to demonstrate his righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus. Where, then, is boasting? It is excluded. Because of what law? The law that requires works? No, because of the law that requires faith. For we maintain that a person is justified by faith apart from the works of the law. Or is God the God of Jews only? Is he not the God of Gentiles too? Yes, of Gentiles too, since there is only one God, who will justify the circumcised by faith and the uncircumcised through that same faith. Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Not at all! Rather, we uphold the law." Am I saved forever now? no need to worry? yep! you are sealed with the Holy Spirit! ~Ephesians 1:13-14: "And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession-to the praise of his glory." I still find myself sinning- why? ~Romans 7:14-24: "We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. For I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do-this I keep on doing. Now if I do what I do not want to do, it is no longer I who do it, but it is sin living in me that does it. So I find this law at work: Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me. For in my inner being I delight in God’s law; but I see another law at work in me, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin at work within me. What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death? Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself in my mind am a slave to God’s law, but in my sinful nature a slave to the law of sin."

[@Maya_Ruinz]

Jesus most definitely has become my favorite friend!

[@wendyburgess5805]

Only friend

[@kresivarivkah612]

But ...we do need people. 🌺

[@Peter-mi6tz]

Dr. Stanley believes the power and courage to say, "NO". He is right, JESUS is the only friend you can Trust Completely.

[@robynfaith4039]

Pete Chung 🙏🏻 AMEN ..

[@gadolelohai115]

Amen

[@danfrancisprojectcovers6958]

Love listening to Dr Charles Stanley. Been listening about 12 years now. He has such a great sense of humour. Really had me laughing listening to him talk about his classmate from way back. Probably the most I ever heard him laugh at one given time!

[@yvonnehirsch9667]

I totally agree with you, Dr. Stanley has a great sense of humor, and oftentimes, it seems to come out of nowhere, because he is usually so serious. He is one of a kind, and I am so grateful for this godly man and his ministry.

[@rebeccastarr2851]

Amen! Dr. Charles Stanley is truly a gift from God Almighty.🙏💖🙏

[@withalohatara]

I love Dr Stanley He is so calm to explain n to the point without yelling on a loud speaker 🙏🏻🌟💕💝🥰🌈❤️🙏🏻

[@brotherlamar4096]

I had a friend I’d go to the end of this earth for. I have a temper as well. I’ve cried out to the Lord many of times to change my ways but unfortunately it may be too late. I love the Lord with all of my heart and I believe all things are possible through Christ. I also believe He is a restorer. Pray for me that I may fully submit to God! In the mighty name of Jesus Christ!

[@ploki0123]

I have isolated myself from my old friends. Not because they do harm but I am jealous of them, I don’t have accomplishments, success or anything I could brag. In my friend group, there’s always the star. Every one of them has something, and I am ashamed of myself. I hid and ran away from them. I dont have a brave face to show them. God uses my isolation for his purpose. I grew relationship with Him. My perspective has changed, my desires are no longer what they are used to, what I value is now different and my now friends, they may be far fewer but their faith in God is immense. Im happy and growing in God with them. Even though I am broken, they welcome me.

[@heatherfrancis1082]

My friend Cindy use to Encouraged me you would have loved her.her brother just called me at 6,:30 saying she just passed away😢 I lo you Cindy I thank God for meeting a beautiful lady like you rest now Cindy iwill always love you in Jesus name Amen 🙏 ❤️.

[@heatherfrancis1082]

I would allover you ND nver forget you. 😢😢😢😢God bless you Cindy. 🙏 I know that.

[@Greatnews4me2]

I Want ✝️Christian friendships from all over the world

[@denises.8203]

Sometimes people only return friendship when you have something to offer. Thank you Dr Stanley❤

[@j.a.2120]

WHAT A MIGHTY GOD WE SERVE!!! 🙏✝😇🙌

[@starkitty66]

J. A. *Messiah ;)

[@castrox1194]

God is my only friend. I don’t believe in friends. But if you have a true genuine friendship cherish it.

[@TheMadisonHang]

just makes me feel ive missed many opportunities to be a light in someones life

[@crystalferguson7308]

I love you Dr. Stanley!!! You know when to be serious and you certainly know how to make us laugh. 💛 Thank You! You certainly are a true man of God. May He continue to use your vessel to bring Light to our paths and show us the way. .✨🌹

[@speakintothemicb]

By watching this video I realized I didn't take time to nurture friendships in the past.

[@fabianmcintyre5901]

It not too late

[@enyishbirhan3687]

Juses is my only true friend...

[@laurawofford-brown4351]

Pastor Stanley is a wonderful gentle man who gives us encouragement thank you sir I watch your videos a lot and they helped me immensely.

[@michaeljvarsity3393]

Im a 53 yr old married man who is a introvert but wanting to show myself friendly. Pray for me to want what I need and not what I want. Thank you brothers and sisters for your prayers in Jesus Christ Amen. 2017

[@irisce2799]

Smallville Keeping Secrets 100 I am like you brother, I will pray for both of us so that God may work his wonders.

[@carolynbohannon4602]

Please know...that once you start asking the Lord to change your heart to have a desire for this...He may bring you in very uncomfortable situations ...but the beautiful part is that HIS beautiful grace and strength is right in that situation....I started praying a while back that God work on my ability to walk in "inconveniences" to be longsuffering...One of the first things HE did was someone took my parking space and I had to walk further from my car...so I put a note on that persons car saying "this is my parking space"...Well when I walked away the person came out and I let them know...Well when I went into my apartment the HOLY SPIRIT said "that's NOT YOUR PARKING SPACE IT'S MINE"...and so HE reminded me of my prayer...So the next day I asked the LOrd if He would bring that girl in my path so I could apologize to her....well that same morning I walked out to my car and here she comes ...So I explained to her and apologized and that anytime she needed this space it was ok....since then it has happened more than a handful of times....the last time was just last week..PRAISE GOD THAT HE CONFORMS US INTO THE IMAGE OF HIS DEAR SON......

[@robynfaith4039]

Michael J Varsity I apologize I don’t feel led to believe your story..I would never put a note on someone’s car.. Are you truly that proud to claim ur own space? Although, it just MAY have had your name on it.. did it?

[@naturallygifted2002]

Michael J Varsity..l pray that God will put only His desires in you as you seek to make Him first place in your heart.

[@kobushauman3310]

Michael J Varsity I'm praying for you. May God give you the strength and courage in the situation to speak honestly. And may you bring Him praise for doing so. Amen.

[@lightupmylife4471]

Life Is Nothing Without God

[@nannyi6166]

You have a Friend in JesusAmen❤️🙏🏻

[@nathankaiser2511]

Amen 🎉

[@terrymoore5000]

Giving Honor to God, your teachings about friendships was on point.Since on my journey I have no friends at all. COVID has confined me, but before COVID I had no friends and now that I am wanting God to take over my life I really don't have any friends. My only true friend lives in Seattle and I live in Oklahoma. Most of the people I was associating with were no good and now this one only looks from me something I can do for them. Do I might as well only have a friend in Jesus and my children. No one I see nowadays wants to do right and live for God. Will have to continue my journey without a true friend till Jesus sends me one. God bless Amen 🙏😊💕

[@LisaLisa-526]

Yes I was hurt so bad by my so called friends..I deleted them from my life..I don't need people to take advantage of my love and kindness and I definitely don't need to be in the gossip group..I DO have a hard time trusting people, very hard time...

[@angyr2902]

Jesus is my best friend, He is for me everything I need. Thank you Jesus In everything🙏🙏

[@christinadebusk3811]

LISTEN TO THIS COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

[@omarbernal2408]

About to preach That ppl in church are more than friends, but brothers and sisters in christ. That's more valuable than friends, and church should be a place if acceptance.

[@nannyi6166]

Real men cryAmen🙏🏻

[@MrsAnson7777]

Please pray the Lord gives me a husband as my best friend. I have no family, my friends are all married and have little time anymore. Thank you.

[@joshuafagans9562]

Friends are important every body need somebody and the best friend to have is Jesus Christ he will always be there ups and downs ,good are bad you can count on him to be there

[@Gabie04]

I have been broken by many friends and currently realize how much I deserve better so I’m stepping out of some friendships after being hurt, I pray God can bring some good Godly friends into my life ❤

[@loveyouasmuchasido]

God bless! I pray for you. 💓

[@marycahill4455]

Yes, Dr Stanley this sermon is absolutely true, Jesus does want us to share his word and be kind and good to other people, however if they choose not to accept Jesus and live according to HIS word. Beware Of that relationship or friendship You will absolutely be Influenced.

[@heidigreen2454]

I have no friends except Jesus!

[@minniehull1263]

I've been blessed to see God give a merical and my mother lived to see us all grow . Blessed are those that have never seen yet still believe.

[@shareenjanengapera8428]

Amen xx

[@pamalawyerick2004]

If I lived in ATL I would absolutely do my best to be friends with Charles Stanley! I love you Sir!

[@philipcallicoat9947]

Jesus isn't only the best friend I'll ever have;He's the ONLY friend I've ever had... I'm very much alone... That's the way life seems to be for many people...💔

[@isayoutube6842]

please pray for me. I feel like I used to make friends easier before . please pray that God helps me feel he's my best friend as before . I need to make friends as before it was easier for me before depression and💔💔 anxiety. I need to be as I was before ....more loving more trusting more open and inviting for the lost thanku Godbless u. 💚

[@TehJew22]

I needed this. Lord, I pray for your daughter in Christ, that she can become a great friend to many if not a select few that will last for the rest of her life on earth into heaven. Also, I ask for the same thing. I wish for the best friends I can have, and that I can be that towards others. In Jesus name, Amen. :)

[@carolynbohannon4602]

continue seeking God through His Word..every single day..The Holy Spirit will draw you in closer to HIm...in Jeremiah God's says to you....I have loved YOU with an everlasting love and with loving-kindness I HAVE DRAWN YOU.

[@michaeljvarsity3393]

carolyn bohannon a very encouraging word during these last days and troubling times. I will make an appointment with God daily, I just rededicated my life to the The Lord . God bless Pastor Stanley to pass this mantle on to the next leader in Jesus Christ Amen.

[@vinnygold6921]

Isa youtube

[@johnsinnott2076]

Isa youtube may the lord Jesus send down the holly spert in your hart open your eyes 👀 you’ll see the way 🇮🇪🍀🙏😘☝️

[@rachelletheoc531]

I wouldn’t mind being Dr. Stanley friend he is full of wisdom!

[@elizabethwood6667]

This is a wonderful sermon. So glad it's available online :-)

[@robynfaith4039]

Elizabeth Wood I am thankful it is available too..

[@keithhughes3497]

Elizabeth Wood whats your phone number

[@TheGreatFish-sj7nc]

Amazing words

[@sharonbenn3014]

Wat A Friend I Have In Jesus. Please b PRAY for A TRUE BEST FRIEND IN MY LIFE...who Will Except Me As Iam. Someone b I Can True Have An AGOPY LOVE WITH. FAITHFUL...LOYAL AND LOVING. SimeinenTrue To Me. I Have So Much LOVE TO GIVE. AMEN AND AMEN❤

[@darlingtonboobam4107]

This is Golden...Imagine the peace in our society if America was living by these Scared Creed's.....Thank you Dr. Stanley for this wonderful sermon.🙏♥

[@jessiemontgomery5838]

Be not unequally yoked with an unbeliever.

[@shareenjanengapera8428]

Amen

[@marywalk7306]

Stanley you have a beautiful soul.

[@mmartin7483]

What a wonderful Minster. Truly Blessed .. GOD speaks through him! I learn from every video he makes.

[@oliviaedralin1436]

Dr Stanley has lived a life with a lot of Jesus!! From the way he teaches to the way he prays🙏🙏🙏

[@zackeryhayden4053]

Zach wobbe is my favorite friend because he loves me like little brother to him

[@naturallygifted2002]

For me that friend is In Jesus no one else.

[@nannyi6166]

Any friend OF GOD IS A FRIEND OF MINE AMEN🙏🙏👍👍⭐️🙏❤😍 PLAY with fire burned with fire AMEN🙏🙏🙏❤️✝️

[@agiftedchildVictoriaGrimes]

THANK YOU JESUS FOR BEING MY BEST FRIEND I NEVER CAN GO WRONG WITH YOU BEING A FRIEND A MENTOR ALL THE ABOVE THANK YOU JESUS

[@nicolesmith8711]

love this Man.

[@sarab9474]

Thank you for this blessed message...as I lost my mom today, I can tell you all of the mentioned were unveiled to me and I’m so grateful for friends that reciprocate and pray. 🙏🏼❤️

[@joshuafagans9562]

Amen sister

[@eddiedefoe5963]

Thank you 🙏🏿 so much for all you did Dr Charles Stanley ❤we love you and you will be miss rest easy 🙏🏿🇻🇮🙏🏿

[@perlihteralati3366]

Thankfully your teaching today really move my teas .because your words touching my me all.i know that and i heard your.speech .please .Dr Charles Stanley in touch ministry .need your helping .please pray for me..have fear scare .afraid and worries .please pray for me thank you.

[@space2079]

Jesus is the LORD!!!

[@nathankaiser2511]

Thank you Pastor Stanley Dr., for God’s wisdom on friendship, I received the blessings today through Jesus Amen Thank you father Jehovah for your Holy Son Jesus Amen

[@karenasberrylowery3877]

This answers my questions to hot tempered pain, selfish friends who say they want to help you but they yell at you.

[@beesanchez8823]

Glory to god for amazing teachers like dr Stanley he has tought me trough Jesus Christ to trust only in Christ Jesus not of my own will or understanding but of his will and understanding

[@shareenjanengapera8428]

Amen 🤗

[@constancestinger5976]

This is one of your best sermons. I could watch it over and over again. God bless you Pastor.

[@xiomarabrowne6927]

Lord a Jesus thank you for sending Dr Charles Stanley into my life! I pray that you allow me to meet him one day. He is definitely anointed by you, Your oils over him runneth over the rest of your children! TUJ

[@xiomarabrowne6927]

Lord Jesus

[@tysonchambliss1584]

One sentence. Jesus was a friend of SINNERS

[@robynfaith4039]

Tiffany Chambliss yep.. and I was the worst.. but, is funny how all friends leave when you turn your life back over to Jesus.. I was certain someone had to pray for me for the miraculous change in my life.. but that person is but a memory I choose to keep alive.. I do know Jesus prays for me at the Fathers right hand.. and Holy Spirit prays/intercedes for me w groaning only Father God can understand.. That my friend.. are the 2 people I KNOW beyond a shadow of a doubt.. have/keep praying for me...

[@dorisampofo4265]

Jesus will always be my freind, thanks Dr stanley, i bless with this message

[@Ranbowriter]

Jealousy is cruel as the grave

[@jessiemontgomery5838]

Share one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

[@MelodyMaker219]

I enjoyed hearing Dr. Stanley get tickled while remembering a story of one his Friends. It definitely brought a lil chuckle to me & I found myself laughing out loud as well. GOD BLESSED ME, whenever I found Dr. Stanley / In Touch Ministries, from Atlanta GA.

[@seanberry1969]

The greatest preacher ever ❤

[@darleanthomas255]

I have loved drstanley for year's.i look forward to receiving his devotional every month.and try to watch every time he is on tv.he is a treasure from the Lord.I pray he will continue with In Touch ministry.

[@EVELYNEMMITT-zv4zx]

Dr Stanley makes us laugh and learn! What a man of God!!! See you on the other side, good Sir!!!🙏

[@cindyauton4859]

Love you Charles Stanley for many years. Thank God for your ministry. Plz pray for me and my family. Satan has a foot hold bc my son is alcoholic. Tks!

[@iamsecond1477]

Praying for you Cindy 🙏🏼

[@cindyauton4859]

@@iamsecond1477 thank you

[@donnariggs4747]

I have a wonderful friend and his name is Jesus . He's the only friend that I know I can definitely depend on ☺️❣️