Saying goodbye to a friend can be a bittersweet experience filled with a mix of emotions. Farewells are often accompanied by fond memories, shared laughter, and sometimes a hint of sadness as we part ways. The Bible offers profound wisdom and comforting verses that resonate during these moments of transition, reminding us of the strength of our bonds and the hope of future reunions.
In these 30 selected verses, we will explore messages of encouragement, love, and support that are especially meaningful when bidding farewell. These scriptures can provide solace as we navigate the complexities of life and friendship, emphasizing the blessings that come with every relationship, even as we say goodbye.
Oil and perfume make the heart glad, and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.
Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.
I thank my God every time I remember you.
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.
Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.
And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.
Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day.
And there was much weeping on the part of all; they embraced Paul and kissed him.
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.
And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them.
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.
As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.
Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it.
Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction.
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil.
Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.
Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.
I am a companion of all who fear you, of those who keep your precepts.
Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”
Because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.
Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord.
And godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love.
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.
I am distressed for you, my brother Jonathan; very pleasant have you been to me; your love to me was extraordinary, surpassing the love of women.
Famous and Strong Quotes about farewell a friend
How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.
I wish it need not have happened in my time.
The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.
Parting is all we know of heaven, and all we need of hell.
We meet to part, and part to meet again.
Honoring a Friend in Farewell
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we gather to bid farewell to our cherished friend, we come before You with grateful hearts. We thank You for the gift of their presence in our lives, for the laughter shared and the memories created. In this moment of parting, we ask for Your comfort and guidance.
Lord, wrap our friend in Your love and peace as they step into this new chapter. May they feel Your presence with them every step of the way, and may they find strength and joy in all their future endeavors. Help us to support one another through this transition, keeping the bonds of friendship strong despite the distance.
Guide us to hold onto the beloved moments we’ve shared and to cherish the lessons learned together. May our hearts be filled with hope for the future, knowing that friendships can endure across time and space.
Thank You, Lord, for the time we have shared. We trust that You will continue to bless our friend and lead them on paths of purpose and fulfillment. In Your holy name, we pray.
Amen.