15 Bible Verses About Friendship and the Qualities of a True Friend
Friendship is God’s gift to us. Without friends, life is a boring and lonely road to walk. But not all friendships are worth our time; some are worth dying to keep and others only lead to disappointment, regret, and sorrow.
But how do you identify which friendships to keep and which to let go?
For some, this might feel daunting, and for others, unnecessary, especially if you consider yourself to be friendly and don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings. But at some point, you will have to be honest with yourself, look at your friendships, and decide whether to pursue them or let them go.
You will save yourself from many sorrows if you make this decision quickly, but how do you know for sure which relationships are worth keeping and which to turn your back on? Learning how to identify toxic friendships is an important part of your own wellbeing.
What are the qualities of a true friend?
According to the verses below, real friends possess the following fifteen qualities:
- Loving
- Respectful
- Positive influence
- Forgiving
- Reliable
- Willing to make sacrifices