SUNDAY CHOICE
Old Friends are Best—They remind us of who we are. A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out.
“No one would argue that things like water, food, and shelter are requirements for humans to thrive, but could the same argument be made about friendship? There’s no question that God created us for relationships, and friendship is one of the most critical connections we make with others.
From our earliest moments, friends profoundly impact our attitudes and behavior. Friendship is an essential part of life.
True friendship is one of the sweetest things in life. Friends are chosen family; they cheer us on through discouraging seasons, celebrate with us on coyest occasions, and lift our heads and hearts like no one else can. Life’s special moments are made brighter by the presence of
our dearest friends. Whether you’re looking for advice on strengthening your current friendships or simply seeking guidance for developing new ones, these Bible verses about friendship are sure to push you in the right direction. The Bible offers life-changing wisdom surrounding the topic of prayer for a friend. It teaches readers to carry each other’s burdens through challenging situations, to always choose love and patience even when faced with adversity, and to treat others how we would hope to be treated. No matter if your friends are near or far, these encouraging Bible verses will help you feel connected with them in a new way.
Bible Verses on Being a Good Friend
We all know a good friend when we see it—they are caring, generous, and don’t pass judgement every time you stumble. The love and support they provide are immeasurable.These Bible verses remind us what being a good friend is all about.
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” —Luke 6:31.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, cloth yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” —Colossians 3:12-14
“Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it. When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it.” —James 4:11
“My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.” —John 15:12-15
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” —Galatians 6:2
“Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other.” — 1 John 4:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” —1 Thessalonians 5:11”
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” —1 Peter 4:8-10
When put to the test —Remember old friends are the best—Enjoy this clip.
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