With such affection for you, we were determined to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our very selves as well, so dearly beloved had you become to us.

1 Thessalonians 2:8

Paul went to Thessalonica to spread the Gospel. In sharing the Gospel with the Thessalonians, he was not just handing out to them some information or knowledge about Jesus. He shared not only the Gospel but also what was happening in his life, because the Thessalonians had become his friends whom he loved. 

We need friends in faith with whom we can discuss spiritual matters, but having friends in faith is not just that. It is having relationships where we can be honest about what is happening in our lives. This authenticity builds relationships and is very healthy for us. 

Pray for the grace today to build relationships where you can discuss the Gospel and what is really going on in your life.