[9] Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.

[10] If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.

[11] Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone?

[12] A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.

— Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (New Living Translation)

Since attending college in my twenties, God has graced me with beautiful, healthy friendships that are the literal evidence of the various prayers I’ve prayed for the past 2-3 years—with tears rolling down my eyes many days and nights.

Fervently pray and intercede;

Laugh until we cry and cannot breathe (literally);

Effectively grow in Biblical knowledge;

Shed tears of sorrow, be vulnerable, and gain thoughtful support;

Show our humanity and be imperfect...

Be spontaneous and go on fun, edifying adventures while keeping it holy;

Attend and serve at our Spirit-filled church home;

Be honest with each other and maintain Godly boundaries;

Have and resolve conflict with prayer and Godly counsel as the center and grow stronger in understanding each other;

Thank you for journeying with Christ zealously.

It is a joy to do life with you all in Him—with all that life brings.