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Bible references

Proverbs 17:17 (NIV):

“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (NIV):

“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. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”

Proverbs 27:9 (NIV):

“Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice.”

1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV):

“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”

Proverbs 27:17 (NIV):

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

John 15:13 (NIV):

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

Proverbs 18:24 (NIV):

“One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”

James 1:17 (NIV):

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”

Colossians 3:15 (NIV):

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”

Proverbs 27:6 (NIV):

“Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.”

Dear Heavenly Father,

I come before you with a heart full of gratitude for the friends you have placed in my life. Thank you for their love, support, and companionship. I am truly blessed to have them by my side, guiding me and encouraging me through life’s ups and downs.

I thank you, Lord, for the ways in which my friends reflect your love and kindness in their words and actions. They are a constant reminder of the gift of community and the importance of unity in our journey of faith.

I pray that you would continue to strengthen and bless my friends, providing them with wisdom, courage, and Your everlasting grace. Help us to grow closer to one another and to You, deepening our relationships and our faith in the process.

Thank you, Lord, for the precious gift of friendship. May we continue to lift each other up, support one another, and glorify You through our interactions.

In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

 

 

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