Iron Sharpens Iron: Why Community Matters in Your Faith

November 17, 2025

00:00 01:25

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Friendship in adulthood isn’t automatic—it takes effort, intentionality, and heart. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to build lasting, Christ-centered relationships.

Jesus didn’t navigate life alone; He invested in His disciples, imperfections and all. Likewise, our growth in faith and life flourishes when we show up for others—laughing, praying, and supporting one another even when it’s inconvenient.

Key Takeaways:

True friendship takes effort—it’s intentional, not automatic.
Biblical community shapes your spiritual growth and personal character.
Being present, praying, and sharing life together strengthens relationships.
Investing in Christ-centered friendships builds bonds that last a lifetime.

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Meet Your Hosts

Ed is the Mission and Cultural Ministries Assistant for The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory. He is a husband, father, dancer and Jesus follower.

Bethany Farrell is a beloved daughter of the King. She attempts – with varying degrees of success – to share that love daily with her husband and four young daughters, and with artists of all ages through her work as the Territorial Creative Arts Director for The Salvation Army Southern Territory. Her hands, and her life, are incredibly full.