God is a God of relationships. He and Jesus Christ have a relationship. Their plan reveals they want and have a relationship with mankind. Relationships are important to God and He wants us to have effective and loving relationships with one another. But one of the greatest challenges we face today is getting along with one another and having great relationships. How can we have effective and loving relationships? This sermon examines several examples from the life of Christ that help us understand how Christ set us a pattern of dealing with different people. He had great relationships with His friends. We should strive for this kind of loving relationships with our family and friends, as well.