In a culture where AI, Social Media, online and virtual everything, it’s more challenging to maintain or make new relationships and friends. But friendship is one of the greatest gifts God has given us. True friends encourage, support, and walk alongside us in life’s journey, sharing in our joys and helping us bear our burdens. The Bible highlights the importance of friendships, reminding us that we were never meant to go through life alone. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.” Genuine friendships enrich our lives, providing strength, wisdom, and companionship through every season.
Good friends not only bring comfort but also challenge us to grow spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. Proverbs describes the sharpening effect of a strong friendship: “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” (Proverbs 27:17) True friends hold us accountable, inspire us to pursue our God-given purpose, and help us stay on the right path when we struggle. A strong Christian friendship is built on truth, grace, and encouragement, always pointing us back to God’s promises.
So in a hurry-up and impersonal world, reach out, call, send a text or reach out to someone because friendship is a priceless treasure that adds joy, strength, and purpose to our lives. God designed us for community, knowing that we thrive when we have meaningful connections with others. Whether celebrating victories or enduring hardships, friends play a vital role in shaping our journey. As we cherish the friendships God has given us, may we also strive to be the kind of friend who encourages, supports, and reflects the love of Christ.
Cherish your friends today—reach out, encourage, and remind them how much they mean to you.