A good friend keeps what's been shared with her.

A Bible affirmation for friendship, rooted in Proverbs 17:9.

Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.

Proverbs 17:9 · BSB

Reflection

Bringing a matter up again, Proverbs says, separates friends. Gossip can feel like closeness for a moment, but it slowly poisons trust. Love protects a friend's story instead of retelling it.

A prayer

Lord, make me trustworthy with other people's stories, and lead me to friends who are trustworthy with mine.

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 My words can build someone up today. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 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

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