June 18, 2025

You Need Friends: Finding Belonging in a Lonely World

You Need Friends: Finding Belonging in a Lonely World


n this powerful episode of The Valiant Forge, I talk with Jake Thurston who dives into the heart of his latest book, You Need Friends. Together, we unpack why true friendship isn’t just a nice-to-have—it's a biological, psychological, and spiritual necessity. Jake makes the case that we were designed for deep, meaningful community, not rugged independence. It’s a vulnerable and compelling look at what it means to be fully known, and how embracing our God-given need for connection can transform our lives.



His Grace (@his_grace_lifestyle) • Instagram photos and videosYou Need Friends: Reclaim Your God-Given Design for Community and Remedy Your Loneliness for Good - Kindle edition by Thurston, Jake. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.You Need Friends