"As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend" (Proverbs 27:17 NLT). Iron sharpens iron. This is the way it should be in our friendships. Friends sharpen one another for the greater things of God. We don't want to have friendships that dull our lives, but friendships that sharpen us and build us up through encouragement!
"Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy are lavish and deceitful" (Proverbs 27:6 AMP). Faithful are the wounds of a true friend because they are said out of love in order to help us grow. We must always use discernment because not all kisses are from friends. Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss. It was a kiss, but it was deceitful. Know this: Those who are full of flattery are not always friends. True friends encourage one another in the things of God. They continue to support one another as they strive to live a life that is in line with the Word. Be prayerful when selecting friends. And be wise when choosing whom to share your life with, because the company you keep will ultimately determine the life you live.
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