In this episode, Jamie and Jason continue their discussion on loneliness and offer immediate steps we can take to combat this pervasive struggle. They delve into the qualities that define a true friend, exploring how these characteristics can help alleviate feelings of isolation. The conversation then turns to Jesus' teachings on friendship and how He exemplifies the ideal friend through His actions and words in the Gospels.

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Jason is a former Downline staffer of four years. He earned his undergraduate degree in History from West Virginia University. After university, he spent two years involved in pioneering missions work in East Asia before moving to north Texas for further theological education. Jason served as the Associate Director for Denton Bible Church's ministry to senior adults for four years while earning his master's degree in Historical Theology & World Missions from Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M.). After seminary, the Sevilles moved to Memphis, TN, then to Shanghai, China for six years, where Jason served as the senior pastor of Shanghai International Bible Church. He now is an associate pastor at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia.