10 Friendship Quotes To Share On International Friendship Day

10 beautiful friendship quotes

No matter where we live, friendship is universal. Our friends offer love, laughter, and a shoulder to cry on.

Celebrate your best friends today by sharing these beautiful friendship images and friend quotes with them.

International Friendship Day

The United Nations International Day of Friendship champions friendships between countries, cultures and individuals across the world.

For children living in extreme poverty, this day is particularly special, as a friend can be a source of strength, support and social development. We'd like to invite you to consider sharing the gift of sponsorship today with one child - and start a friendship that is sure to change your life and theirs for the better. 

Friendship

“A friend loves you at all times.” Proverbs 17:17 [ERV]

This verse reminds us that our friends are always there to love us through good and bad times.

Best friend

“My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.” Henry Ford

What an amazing definition of a best friend and something to guide our best friend goals.

Sweet friendship

“A sweet friendship refreshes the soul.” Proverbs 27:9b [MSG]

Nothing tastes sweeter than a catch up with a friend over a cup of tea.

True friends

“A true friend sticks by you like family.” Proverbs 18:24b

Do you have a friend that’s more like a brother or sister to you? Why not share this with them.

Good friends

“There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship.” Thomas Aquinas

Let’s always remember to keep investing in our friendships. 

Friendships matter

“We didn’t realise we were making memories, we were just having fun.” Winnie the Pooh.

This cute friendship quote reminds us of the of joy friendship brings.

Friends together

“We change the world when we meet the needs of others.” Kristen Welch

Whether we extend love to a friend in need or a stranger, through these small acts of friendship we can make the world a better place.

What is a friend?

As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17

Proverbs 27:17 reminds us we’re not meant to be alone. A friend is someone who helps shape and refine our character.

Good friends laughing

“A day without laughter is a day wasted.” Charlie Chaplin

We love this image of friends laughing in Nicaragua. Does it remind you of your best friends? Take a moment to share this post with them.

Real friends

“Distance cannot matter – ours is a friendship of the heart.” Mary Anne Radmacher

Through the exchange of letters Compassion sponsors build beautiful friendships with their sponsored children. Some even have the privilege of meeting them face-to-face during a sponsor visit.

You can start a friendship today by taking your first step on your sponsorship journey. 

Share these quotes about friendship

We hope you’ll take a moment to encourage your friends and loved ones by sharing these quotes on friendship.

You may also be interested in:

• Other Compassion resources including Bible reflections
• Children quotes to warm your heart