Friendships offer support, joy and a sense of belonging. They are vital to one’s mental, emotional and spiritual health. The Bible captures true friendship, particularly qualities that illustrate strong relationships. These Bible verses provide timeless wisdom and inspiration for nurturing deep, meaningful connections. How can you celebrate your friendships and show love to your friends? 

Proverbs 27:17 (NIV)

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” 

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

“Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.” 

1 Thessalonians 5:11

“So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.” 

Proverbs 13:20 (ESV)

“Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” 

1 Peter 4:8-9 (ESV)

“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.” 

Hebrews 10:24-25

“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” 

Colossians 3:13 (NIV)

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”