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Struggling to find your people? Wondering how to build real, lasting friendships?

This week, Jess sits down with Bart, Aubrey, and Jenna from the worship team to talk about the power of community, trust, and shared purpose. These three started as teammates but became family—and their journey is proof that deep relationships don’t just happen; they’re built.

🔥 In This Episode:
✔ The risks & rewards of stepping into new friendships
✔ How vulnerability & encouragement create a strong community
✔ Why excellence matters, but perfection isn’t the goal
✔ Overcoming challenges together—why “scrappy resilience” is key
✔ Practical ways to find your people and build deeper connections

The best communities don’t happen by accident—they’re intentional. If you’ve ever felt disconnected or struggled to form lasting relationships, this conversation will give you the blueprint to start today.

💬 Drop a comment: What’s one friendship that has changed your life? Let’s celebrate community together!

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Are you craving deeper, more meaningful friendships? In today’s world, true “ride-or-die” relationships are harder to find than ever. But real, lasting friendships do exist—and in this episode, we’re breaking down exactly how to build them.

Jess is joined by her best friend Tracy, who has been in her life for over 20 years. They unpack the key principles of deep friendships, how to find the right people, and how loyalty, trust, and faith create unbreakable bonds.

🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The #1 thing to look for when choosing your closest friends
• How to build a friendship that lasts decades
• Why loyalty and spiritual alignment matter in deep relationships
• How Jesus modeled the circles of friendship (The 3, The 12, The Crowd)
• What to do if you feel lonely or disconnected

If you’re tired of surface-level friendships and want real connection, this episode is for you. Let’s build relationships that last.

🎧 Listen now and take your friendships to the next level!

➡️ Leave a comment below: Do you have a “ride-or-die” friend? What has helped you build strong, lasting friendships?

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