My words can build someone up today.

A Bible affirmation for friendship, rooted in 1 Thessalonians 5:11.

Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.

1 Thessalonians 5:11 · BSB

Reflection

Paul tells this young church to keep encouraging one another, just as they already were. Encouragement isn't empty cheerleading. It's reminding someone of what's true when she has forgotten it.

A prayer

God, show me who needs encouragement today, and give me the right words for her.

More verses for friendship

I want friendships where we try to outdo each other in kindness. Romans 12:10 I can bring compassion and patience into every friendship I have. Colossians 3:12 I wasn't made to do life alone. Ecclesiastes 4:9 Jesus calls me His friend, and He showed what friendship costs. John 15:13 A good friend keeps what's been shared with her. Proverbs 17:9 I want to be a friend who loves at all times. Proverbs 17:17 Good friends sharpen me, and I can sharpen them. Proverbs 27:17 Loyal friendship is a gift God honors. Ruth 1:16 A friend's honest advice is sweet to my soul. Proverbs 27:9 I don't have to carry everything alone, and neither does she. Galatians 6:2 Sometimes the best thing a friend can do is sit with me. Job 2:13

All verses by season of life