Are you looking for a friendship with another Christian woman? Our friendships are vital for our faith. Sisters in Christ can love and support each other in unique ways, and our friendships with them are worth pursuing.
However, cultivating friendships with Christian women isn’t always easy. In this post, I share how I intentionally seek friendships with Christian women and the many benefits those friendships bring.
Walking with God: How Friends Strengthen Your Faith
In this busy time of the year, my friendships can fall by the wayside unless I make intentional efforts to stay in touch.
We women are so busy. Our marriages, children, homes, work and hobbies require the majority of our time. Yet we are so much happier and healthier when we cultivate our friendships. Our friendships with Christian women help us walk well with God. When I make time for my friends, I find a wellspring of peace that carries me through life’s challenges.
Nothing beats regular face-to-face interaction with godly friends. Click To TweetFriendship with Christian Women
I love the story of Jonathan and David’s friendship in 1 Samuel 18-20. They had an immediate, strong bond. These two young men enjoyed one another’s company and defended one another.
Jonathan and David supported each other in trials. In 1 Samuel 23:16 NLT, we read, “Jonathan went to find David and encouraged him to stay strong in his faith in God.” They intentionally strengthened one another’s faith and looked out for each other.
I believe God preserved Jonathan and David’s story in Scripture as a model for us. He knows how important friendships are to our spiritual growth. Our friends can lift us up and stand in the gap when family members don’t support us. Your friend may love you like a sister, and she still has valuable objectivity that a family member can’t offer.
When you find a Christian woman friend, you find a treasure. If you have a Christian friend, praise God for her and thank her for blessing you. If you don’t have one yet, keep reading to learn tips on finding a Christian friend.
Your friend may love you like a sister, and she still has valuable objectivity that a family member cannot offer. Click To TweetNurturing Old Friendships to Strengthen Your Faith
Many friendships last only a season, but some last a long time. I am blessed with a special friendship that has lasted over 30 years. My dear friend and I bonded in third grade. Our friendship has lasted through grade school, high school, college, married life and children. We have witnessed each other’s highest of highs and lowest of lows. We have cried together numerous times, and we can make each other laugh in ways not many others understand.
What knits our hearts together most is a shared love for God. My friend shares godly wisdom and spiritual insight better than anyone else I know. She encourages me with scripture and exhorts me when necessary. Since she has witnessed so many of my life events, she has a unique and valuable perspective. She helps me in my walk with God.
Remember that other women are just as hungry for friendship as you are. If you take the initiative in starting a conversation and then listen well, you might gain a friendship for life. Click To TweetHow to Gain a New Friendship
Friendships can be difficult to find. Here are some tips for cultivating new friendships in this busy season.
- If you have young children, find a local Mothers of Preschoolers group. My local MOPS group was a godsend when my children were young. Your meetings will offer a breath of fresh air in those busy years.
- Find a small group in a church setting. The church is the best place for you to connect with other women who will help you walk with God.
- Don’t limit yourself to peer groups. You can be mentored by women friends who are older than you, and you can serve as a mentor to female friends who are younger than you. You will benefit from the diverse viewpoints of women in different age groups.
- Check with community groups. If you have a particular interest such as knitting, gardening or writing, you might find a long-term friendship with a woman in an interest group.
- Be a friend to gain a friend. Remember that other women are just as hungry for friendship as you are. If you take the initiative in starting a conversation and then listen well, you might gain a friendship for life.
- Don’t rely too heavily on social media. Make sure to balance your online time with face-to-face interactions. You’ll feel healthier and stronger when you regularly interact in person with other friends.
Who doesn’t want a new friend who will help her walk with God? I know you do, and so do I!
Which tip will you apply this week to help you cultivate a friendship? What other ways can friendships strengthen your faith?
This post is based on the Peace in My Friendships chapter in my book, Christmas Peace for Busy Moms.
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