What does the Bible say about friendship?
Friendship is a gift from God. Discover what Scripture teaches about being a good friend.
10 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
The Value of True Friendship
Proverbs 27 explores the nature of authentic relationships, the importance of honest feedback, and wisdom about contentment, work, and self-awareness.
A Friend Loves at All Times
Proverbs 17 explores friendship, silence as wisdom, family dynamics, and the value of cheerful hearts over external circumstances.
David's Rise and Saul's Jealousy
Jonathan and David form a deep friendship, David succeeds in all his missions, but Saul becomes murderously jealous when women sing that David has killed his ten thousands.
David and Jonathan's Covenant
Jonathan tests his father's intentions toward David, confirms Saul's murderous rage, and tearfully parts with David after renewing their covenant of eternal friendship.
The Name of the LORD Is a Strong Tower
Proverbs 18 addresses isolation, speech, God as refuge, and the power and danger of the tongue—including the famous "death and life" proverb.
David Saves Keilah and Flees
David rescues Keilah from the Philistines, narrowly escapes when the town would betray him to Saul, and is nearly captured in the wilderness before Jonathan's final visit.
David Learns of Saul's Death
An Amalekite brings news of Saul's death, claiming to have killed him. David mourns with a lament and executes the messenger for striking the LORD's anointed.
Naomi's Tragedy and Ruth's Loyalty
In the days of the judges, famine drives Elimelech's family to Moab. After all the men die, Naomi returns to Bethlehem. Ruth refuses to leave her, declaring: "Where you go I will go... your God my God...
The True Vine
Jesus describes Himself as the true vine and His Father as the vinedresser. Branches must abide in Him to bear fruit; apart from Him we can do nothing. He commands His disciples to love one another an...
Personal Greetings
Paul closes with greetings to many individuals, warnings about divisive people, greetings from his companions, and a majestic doxology praising God who establishes believers through the gospel.
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