Not Beyond Reach - Building Trust and Friendships, Part 2

As faithful followers of Jesus, we're to be both salt and light in this society. But what does that look like in the midst of all the hostility and discourse going on right now? In this program, our guest teacher Aaron Pierce has the answer – as he continues his series, Not Beyond Reach. Discover how to be both holy and relevant when talking to people who would never walk into a church.

Main Points

Tribalism:

• Us versus Them
• Tribalism is a toxic trait of modern-day culture
• Tribalism existed during Jesus’ day (example: Jews and Samaritans)
• Jesus defied tribalism in a radical, counter-cultural way - John 4
• Jesus offended the religious people because He spent so much time with sinners - Luke 15:1-2 

The power of friendship:

• Friendship humanizes “them”