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Oct 12, 2024 · Join us as we explore the verses in the Bible that speak to the reality of friendships ending, offering comfort and guidance for navigating the pain of separation, cherishing the memories shared, and trusting in God's.
Oct 4, 2024 · Friendships can be a source of great joy, but sometimes they come to an end, leaving us feeling lost and confused. The Bible offers wisdom and comfort during these tough times. Let’s see what scripture says about friendship endings and how God’s guidance can bring us peace and understanding.
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1) They are Pulling You Away From the Lord
OK. If you have stuck around with me on Truthfully, Michelle for long enough, you’ll know that I am an absolute Q.U.E.E.N when it comes to making terrible analogies. But since you’re here already, you might as well hear me out! Imagine you and God can be represented as pieces of velcro on a really unflattering pair of white tennis shoes. And what connects the two of you is your relationship with Him. BUT, when something bad gets stuck in between aka. a friendship with someone that isn’t beari...
2) When You Are Living in Fear of this Person
There is no doubt that you will get into the occasional spat with your friends. So even if you have a fight with someone close, this doesn’t mean you should just give up on them. After all, everything worth having takes effort! BUTGod is not a God of fear and God is not a God of worry. So, if you constantly find yourself feeling fearful, it is time to re-evaluate the place this person has in your life! Fear is one of the enemy’s favourite weapon of choice to use against us. From the darkness...
3) If You Find Yourself Being Treated Like You Have No Value
I thought for a while that we needed to live in a way where we were constantly acting as doormats for the world. Even if a friend slapped you with lies or intentionally and maliciously brought you down, that you should turn the other cheek and continue being friends with them. But through reading Scripture more and getting to know the character of God, I don’t believe that is the entire truth. Sure, it is part of it, but not the holistic, complete view of it. God loves you so, so, much. You m...
God loves you! If you believe that God is calling you to end a friendship that is bearing no fruits of spirit, just remember His strength is made perfect in weakness. Ending a friendship that once played a significant role in your life is never going to be easy. But the Lord calls us to live for Him and not for the world. So, look to the Lord for H...
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So, tell me! Have you ever had to let go of a friendship? And what lessons do you think God taught you during that period of your life? Drop a comment below and let me know! Let’s start a discussion!
May 18, 2024 · God might call you to end a friendship because it's drawing you away from Him. Friendships come to natural end dates simply because everything is seasonal. And ultimately, we don't have unlimited time to invest in our friendships so we have to use our time wisely, considering how the Spirit wants us to spend it first and foremost.
- John 15:15 ESV / 20 helpful votes. No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.
- Psalm 25:14 ESV / 18 helpful votes. The friendship of the Lord is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.
- James 2:23 ESV / 16 helpful votes. And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness”—and he was called a friend of God.
- John 15:13 ESV / 8 helpful votes. Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.
Feb 28, 2018 · Yes, my friend — you have to end it. We cannot fully understand or control the goings-on in our hearts, but God tells us what we can do — guard it. In his infinite wisdom, he says, “Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life” (Proverbs 4:23, NASB).
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Dec 22, 2022 · We’ll explore what the Bible has to say about dealing with the end of a friendship and how to move forward. Whether you’re currently going through this challenging experience or want to be prepared for the possibility of the future, these Bible verses offer wisdom and guidance. Psalm 41:9
