Inspiring Marriages: Why We Need Friendship in Marriage

Proverbs 17:17 AMPC A friend loves at all times, and is born, as is a brother, for adversity.

📖 The definition of Friend in Webster’s 1828 Dictionary:

FRIEND, noun frend.

1. One who is attached to another by affection; one who has [entertains] for another sentiments of esteem, respect and affection, which lead him to desire his company, and to seek to promote his happiness and prosperity; opposed to foe or enemy.

Proverbs 17:17 NLT. "A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need."

📖 FRIEND'SHIP, noun frend'ship.

1. An attachment to a person, proceeding from intimate acquaintance…

“True friendship is a noble and virtuous attachment, springing from a pure source, a respect for worth or amiable qualities…”

“A dear friend will love you no matter what, and a family sticks together through all kinds of trouble.” Proverbs 17:17 TPT

“Friends love through all kinds of weather, and families stick together in all kinds of trouble.” Proverbs 17:17 MSG

❇️ We cannot be ‘fair weather friends!’ We should stick together through all kinds of trouble!

“A friend shows his friendship at all times — it is for adversity that [such] a brother is born.” Mishlei (Pro) 17:17 CJB

Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. 'Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other." Romans 12:9-10 NLT

“Love sincerely. Hate evil. Hold on to what is good. Be devoted to each other like a loving family.  Excel in showing respect for each other.” Romans 12:9-10 GW

“Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good.  Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.” Romans 12:9-10 MSG

“Let the inner movement of your heart always be to love one another, and never play the role of an actor wearing a mask.  Despise evil and embrace everything that is good and virtuous.” Romans 12:9 TPT