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  SUCH A FRIEND
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: Christ is a true friend who sticks closer than a brother,
displaying characteristics such as omnipotence, omniscience, and
sovereignty.

Topics: "Friendship with Christ", "The Nature of God's Love"
Scripture References: Proverbs 18:24, John 13:1, Romans 8:38

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DESCRIPTION
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Thomas Brooks emphasizes that Christ is the ultimate friend, one who is
closer than a brother, embodying qualities such as omnipotence,
omniscience, and omnipresence. He reassures believers that Christ is a
constant and faithful companion, loving them to the very end. This
friendship is characterized by compassion, watchfulness, and unwavering
support in all circumstances. Brooks encourages the congregation to
recognize and cherish this profound relationship with Christ, who is
always present and attentive to their needs.

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CONTENT
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"There is a friend who sticks closer than

a brother." Proverbs 18:24

Such a friend is Christ. He is so a friend

to every one of His people--as if He were

a friend to none besides. Christ is . . .

an omnipotent friend;

an omniscient friend;

an omnipresent friend;

an indeficient friend;

a sovereign friend;

an immutable friend;

a watchful friend;

a loving friend;

a faithful friend;

a compassionate friend;

a close friend,

a universal friend--a friend in

all cases and in all places,

our first friend,

a constant friend--"Whom He loves,

He loves to the end." John 13:1

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/such-a-friend/
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