Friendship according to the Bible

Friendship is an important relationship in the life of every human being, but what about friendship according to the Bible? The Bible's teaching is clear on many subjects, but what about friendship?

In this blog, we'll look at what the Bible says about friendship, particularly in John 15:13, and what it means for Christians.

In John 15:13, Jesus says: "Greater love has no one than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." This statement by Jesus shows how important friendship is to him. It also shows the commitment and depth of friendship according to the teachings of the Bible. Friends are ready to lay down their lives for one another, and it is this love and self-sacrifice that characterizes friendship in the Christian life.

As Christians, we must seek to make honest and trustworthy friends. Proverbs 18:24 makes it clear: "He who has many friends may rejoice in his success, but a faithful friend is more precious than a brother." Indeed, we need faithful friends to encourage us, support us and help us grow in our faith.

Friendship according to the Bible is also a way of bearing witness to our faith. In John 13:34-35, Jesus said: "A new commandment I give you: love one another. As I have loved you, you also must love one another. By this all will know that you are my disciples: if you have love for one another." This clearly shows that our love for others, including our friends, is a powerful testimony to our faith and relationship with God.

Finally, it's important to remember that there are dangers in friendship. Bad influences can be dangerous and lead us away from God. That's why we need to be wise in our choice of friends, making sure they share our values and faith. The Bible also warns of the importance of not being too attached to friends, as they can disappoint or even betray us.

In conclusion, friendship according to the Bible is deep, faithful and testifies to our relationship with God. As Christians, we should seek out honest, trusted friends who share our values and encourage us in our faith. We should also be wise in our choice of friends and remember that, while friends are important, our relationship with God is the most important. Finally, friendship can be a real treasure in our lives, so we should treat it with care and nurture it like a precious plant.

Slalom!