Envy is like a poison for every relationship in our lives. Envy cannot rejoice with those who rejoice nor weep with those who weep. Instead, envy rejoices when others weep and weeps when others rejoice.

In the book of Genesis, Cain asked an important question of God. He asked, "Am I my brother's keeper?" The answer to that question is a resounding, "Yes!" As Christians, we have a relational responsibility to pursue a brother or sister in Christ that is beginning to wander down the pathway of sin. How should we approach a friend who is falling into sin?

The basic fundamental issue of all sin is pride. From pride, all the other deadly sins draw their strength and their empowerment.

Everyone faces moments when the weight of the world is too much to bear and you feel like giving up. When that moment comes, you need a true friend who won't abandon you or ignore you, but will spur you on toward the fulfillment of God's plan for your life.

A person who claims to follow Christ who doesn't work hard to earn their living (if they are able) harms the reputation and witness of the church. Paul tells us how to treat such a person and reminds us of the grace of God that helps us live the way Christ calls his people to live.

A true friend always does what is best for his or her friends. A God-honoring, Christ-centered friendship will do the hard things to make sure a friend doesn't do things that cause harm to their walk with God.