What Does the Bible Say About Friendship? 5 Key Bible Verses About Being a Friend

Friendship is a key part of human connection. For orphans rescued and welcomed into a Kinship Home, building friendships with their new brothers and sisters is an important step in feeling like they belong.

But friendship isn't just important in our daily lives. It's also a big theme in the Bible. So what exactly does the Bible say about friendship? Let's look at five Bible verses that talk about being a friend.

John 15:12-13

"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."

Job 6:14

"Anyone who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty."

Proverbs 18:24

"One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother."

Proverbs 27:9

"Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice."

Proverbs 17:17

"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity."

These Bible verses about friendship highlight some important lessons:

1. True friendship involves deep love and sometimes sacrifice.
2. Being kind is a key part of being a good friend.
3. Loyal friends are valuable and can be closer than family.
4. Good friends give advice that helps and encourages us.
5. Real friends stick with us through good times and bad.

The Bible's teachings on friendship encourage us to build strong, meaningful relationships. When we follow what the Bible says about friendship, we're not just making our own lives better. We're also creating a kinder, more supportive community around us. This is especially important in Kinship Projects and their surrounding communities, where people form new connections and friendships.

So, next time you're with your friends, think about these Bible verses. Are you being the kind of friend the Bible talks about? Are there ways you could show more love, kindness, or support to your friends? By applying these Biblical principles, we can all build stronger, more meaningful friendships that make our lives and our communities better.

Thank you for being a friend.