Friendship of Christ

The Friendship of Christ, written by Robert Hugh Benson and published in 1911, is a devotional work based on sermons he delivered in London and Rome. The book explores how individuals can develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through various spiritual stages and highlights the ways in which Christ offers His friendship, including through the Eucharist, the Church, and personal suffering. Benson, a former Anglican priest who converted to Roman Catholicism, emphasizes the profound nature of Christ's friendship, culminating in His sacrifice on the cross and promise of eternal life.