Personal Friendships of Jesus

"Personal Friendships of Jesus" by J. R. Miller is a theological exploration that investigates Jesus's personal relationships to better see his humanity and the nature of divine friendship. The book opens by discussing Jesus’s very human qualities, especially his emotional life and strong desire for companionship, which counters the idea that his divine nature kept him separate from common experiences. From there it describes the friendships that Christ had with his mother, his disciples, and others, showing deeper connections that illuminate the essence of spiritual bonds. The author shows how understanding these friendships helps individuals grasp the significance of divine friendship.