“Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:18-20

“So in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” Romans 12:5

Life is better together.

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10

1. Life together brings growth. a. Spiritual growth b. Numerical growth

“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17

1. Life together brings help.

a. Hardships

“Do not forsake your friend or a friend of your family, and do not go to your relative's house when disaster strikes you-- better a neighbor nearby than a relative far away.” Proverbs 27:10

b. Dangers

“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” Proverbs 17:17

1. Life together brings joy.

a. To know and be known b. To love and be loved c. To serve and to be served.

“So we cared for you. Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.” 1 Thessalonians 2:8

Who are your 2am friends? Do they help you walk closer to Jesus?