Walk Wisely-- Godly Friendships: Questions for Discussion and Reflection

Proverbs 17:17 declares “A friend loves at all times.” The Proverbs reveal many blessings of godly friendships. Read Proverbs 27:6-17. What specific benefits of godly friendship are mentioned in these proverbs?

Proverbs 27:6, 9—

Proverbs 27:10—

Proverbs 27:17—

Examine the following friendships. How are these friendships used by God to bring encouragement, sympathy, comfort and encouragement in the time of need?

David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 18:1-3; 20:17, 42)—

Job’s friends (Job 2:11)—

Ruth and Naomi (Ruth 1:16-17)—

Friends of the paralyzed man (Mark 2:3-4)—

Paul’s friends in Rome (Romans 16:3-5)—

How is the Holy Spirit leading you to model and teach the value of godly friendships to your children/grandchildren?