Want to be a real friend? You have to know—and be known.
In this episode, we talk about how real friendship goes far beyond surface-level connection. To truly love someone, you need to know them deeply—how they think, what they value, what hurts them, and what brings them joy. And you need to let yourself be known too. We’ll unpack the Biblical idea of knowing, the way sin gets in the way, and how asking good questions, listening well, and pursuing others with love can lead to soul-deep connection. Don't settle for shallow friendship. Go first. Go deep. Be known.

To be a real friend, you need to be known by God.
In this episode, we explore something deeply personal and often overlooked: not just knowing God, but allowing yourself to be known by Him. We unpack what Scripture says about this kind of intimate, relational knowing, why it’s essential for spiritual growth and emotional security, and how it affects your ability to build meaningful friendships. Being known by God leads to deeper freedom, honesty, and connection with others. So… are you letting Him in?

In this episode, we ask a simple but life-changing question: with all the noise in the world, are you actually slowing down to hear the voice of Jesus? We explore why what you listen to shapes who you become, how Jesus still speaks through His Word, and how to practically create space to hear Him through prayer, Scripture, church, and quiet reflection. If you're feeling distracted, overwhelmed, or spiritually dry—this conversation is a gentle call to return to the One who has the words of eternal life.

To be a real friend, you need to know God.

In this second episode of our How to Be a Real Friend series, we dive into a bold claim: true friendship isn’t possible without a growing relationship with God. Why? Because selfless love—the kind that sustains real friendship—isn't something we naturally possess. It's something we receive from Jesus. We unpack how knowing God through Jesus transforms our ability to love others, why biblical friendship requires more than emotional connection, and how to practically pursue deeper knowledge of God in your everyday life. Want to love your friends better? Start by knowing the One who loved you first.

Knowing yourself isn’t just self-help—it’s the start of real friendship.

In this first episode of our How to Be a Real Friend series, we unpack why self-knowledge is essential for healthy, lasting relationships. Drawing from Scripture, Christian tradition, and practical tools like personality tests and reflection, we explore how knowing your strengths, weaknesses, patterns, and quirks helps you love your friends more honestly and humbly. If you want to grow deeper in your friendships, start by looking inward—with God’s help.

Hey friend—are you using your time well?

In this episode, we tackle one of the most convicting and practical questions for our everyday lives: how are you spending your time? Drawing from Ephesians 5, we explore what the Bible says about wise vs. foolish time use, how to discern between restful and wasteful activities, and how love—not productivity—is the real measure of using your time well. Whether you’re constantly busy or feel stuck in idleness, this conversation will help you reset your priorities and live with intention.

What do you do if you think your friend is lying to you?

In this episode, we walk through how to handle dishonesty in a friendship with wisdom, truth, and grace. From the spiritual weight of lying to the emotional toll it can take on trust, we’ll share a step-by-step approach grounded in Scripture and real life. You’ll learn how to approach your friend with honesty, ask the right questions, and point them back to Jesus—without letting judgment kill connection.

Making new friends in college doesn’t have to revolve around parties—and it definitely shouldn’t.

In this episode, we talk about how to build real friendships during your first year of college, even if you’re introverted, anxious, or over the whole party scene. We’ll explore why making friends is harder than ever (hello, post-COVID personalities), why God wants you in community, and give practical, honest tips to go from stranger to real friend. Whether you're starting fresh or looking to go deeper, this episode is for you.

Real friendship isn’t perfect—but it endures.

In this final episode of our series, we talk about what it means to be committed to give grace —the kind of grace that forgives, restores, and keeps showing up even when things get messy. Drawing from Ephesians 4, Matthew 18, and the example of Jesus, we unpack why grace is essential for lasting friendship and how to extend it even when it’s hard. Real friends don’t cancel—they cover each other with love. This is the glue that holds everything together.

Can guys and girls really be just friends? In this episode, we dive into the question through the lens of Lucas’ own story—can he stay just friends with a girl? We talk about emotional boundaries, attraction, honesty, and how to pursue genuine, God-honoring friendship between men and women. This one’s honest, funny, and a little uncomfortable… but definitely worth it.

Real friends don’t just listen—they help you see clearly. In this episode, we explore what it means to counsel with truth in real friendship. We unpack how sin distorts our perspective, why truth-centered counsel matters, and how pointing one another to Jesus is the most loving thing we can do. Whether you're offering wisdom or seeking it, this episode will encourage you to speak with clarity, humility, and love as you walk with your friends toward what’s true.

Real friends don’t just tell you what you want to hear—they tell you the truth in love. In this episode, we talk about what it means to be candid in conversation, grounded in Ephesians 4 and the call to “speak truthfully” to one another. We explore how candor combines deep care with direct honesty, why it’s essential for real friendship, and how to practice it in a way that builds up rather than tears down. If you want friendships that are honest, strong, and rooted in love, this one’s for you.

What does it actually mean to love your friends well? In this episode, we explore what it means to be careful for good—to be emotionally attuned, intentional, and willing to pursue what’s truly best for your friends, even when it’s uncomfortable. Grounded in Philippians 2 and the example of Jesus, we unpack how real friendship goes beyond making someone feel good—it’s about doing ultimate good for them, in love and humility. This is the kind of friendship that changes lives.

Tired of surface-level conversations? In this episode, we share seven intentional questions that can take your friendships deeper. From past experiences to current frustrations and future hopes, these questions help you move beyond small talk and into heart-level connection. We’ll share our answers, give tips on how to use them naturally, and encourage you to go first in creating space for deeper conversation.

Real friends don’t just show up once—they keep showing up. In this episode, we unpack what it means to be consistently present in friendship, reflecting God’s faithful love through our presence and commitment. From biblical truth to practical ways you can go first, stay connected, and build trust over time, this conversation will help you become the kind of friend who’s really there—not just in the easy moments, but through thick and thin.

What is real friendship, really? In this episode, we go deeper than any dictionary can—defining true friendship through Scripture and the character of God Himself. We unpack what the Bible says, how real friendship reflects the heart of the Father, Son, and Spirit, and break it down into the “Five C’s” that make it real: consistent, careful, candid, counseling with truth, and committed to grace. If you want friendships that are more than shallow connection, this is where it starts.

You’ve never had a good friend in your life—because none of us are good. In this first episode of our Real Friendship series, we unpack why the Bible says no one is good except God, and why that truth actually frees us to have deeper, more honest friendships. If you’re tired of fake masks and crushed expectations, this conversation will help you stop looking for “good” friends and start becoming a real one.

Let’s be honest—either the world is shaping you, or God’s Word is. You can’t have both. In this episode, we talk about why Scripture isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. We unpack why we avoid it, how to actually start reading it, and why it changes everything. If you’re feeling spiritually dry, distant, or just stuck, this is the conversation that might wake something up.

Is gossip the most accepted sin in the church today? In this episode, we have a raw conversation about how gossip quietly destroys community, divides the body of Christ, and weakens the Church’s witness. From false assumptions to masked pride, we break down how gossip sneaks in and what Scripture calls us to do instead. If you care about unity and real relationships in the Church, this episode is for you.

Lucas and Nathan discus what it looks like to walk by faith rather than walk by fear, what it looks like practically to walk in faith, and how to grow in a way that casts out fear.