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In his reflection on the essence of friendship, Danilo Montero highlights several key points: 1. **Divine Design of Friendship**: The need to have friends is part of God’s original design. According to Tim Keller, longing for deep friendships does not indicate immaturity or weakness, but maturity and health. Although Adam lived in an ideal state, his loneliness was a sign that even in perfection, company is essential. 2. **Jesus as a Model of Friendship**: Jesus, despite his perfect relationship with God, lived his ministry surrounded by friends, sharing his life and teachings with them. True friendship involves sharing life and being loyal, supporting friends even in difficult times. Jesus showed loyalty, defended his friends, and although he faced Judas, he maintained a deep level of loyalty and love. 3. **Essence of Friendship**: True friendship is based on a common passion. CS Lewis points out that the essence of friendship is not in seeking personal approval, but in sharing common interests and goals. Jesus said that his friends were those who did what he taught, which reinforces that friendship is built on shared values and purpose. 4. **Fraternal Communion in Faith**: The experience of faith in Jesus Christ unites believers in a spiritual community that transcends personal differences. This bond is manifested in “koinonia” or communion, where Christians share their lives, resources, and faith. Community life and spiritual friendship are reflected in the practice of mutual love and support within the church. In short, friendship is a fundamental aspect of divine design, exemplified by Jesus, and is based on loyalty, shared passion, and a deep spiritual connection in the community of faith.