“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13
Bible Verses About Fixing Relationships
Genesis 2:18 – God created relationships as a necessity for us.
“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.'” – Genesis 2:18
Matthew 18:21-22 – Forgiving others is crucial for maintaining relationships.
“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times!'” – Matthew 18:21-22
1 Peter 4:8 – Love can cover up many wrongs.
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8
Luke 6:31 – Treat others the way you want to be treated.
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” – Luke 6:31
James 1:19-20 – Listening before reacting is key in conflicts.
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” – James 1:19-20
Romans 12:18 – Striving for peace in relationships is important.
“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” – Romans 12:18
Proverbs 17:9 – Forgiveness mends broken relationships.
“Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.” – Proverbs 17:9
Galatians 6:2 – Helping each other is vital in relationships.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
Proverbs 15:1 – A gentle answer can diffuse conflict.
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” – Proverbs 15:1
Philippians 2:3-4 – Putting others before ourselves is key in reconciling.
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” – Philippians 2:3-4
Ephesians 4:32 – Being kind and compassionate is essential in mending relationships.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32
Matthew 5:23-24 – Make peace before bringing offerings to God.
“Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” – Matthew 5:23-24
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 – Love as a foundation for relationships.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
1 John 4:19 – We love because God first loved us.
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
Ephesians 4:3 – Unity in the Spirit is expressed in our relations.
“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” – Ephesians 4:3
Colossians 3:14 – Love binds everything together.
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – Colossians 3:14
Romans 14:19 – Encouraging peace builds relationships.
“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” – Romans 14:19
Matthew 6:14 – Forgiveness is tied to our own forgiveness.
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14
Proverbs 18:19 – A brother offended is difficult to win.
“A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.” – Proverbs 18:19
2 Corinthians 5:18 – Our relationships can be made new in Christ.
“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” – 2 Corinthians 5:18
1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encouragement is key in relationships.
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
John 13:34 – Love one another as a command from Jesus.
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” – John 13:34
Proverbs 27:17 – Iron sharpens iron in our relationships.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17
Luke 17:3-4 – Confronting and forgiving is necessary.
“So watch yourselves. If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and seven times come back to you saying ‘I repent,’ you must forgive them.” – Luke 17:3-4
2 Timothy 2:24-26 – Servants of the Lord must not quarrel.
“And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.” – 2 Timothy 2:24-26
Matthew 7:1-2 – Be careful when judging others.
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” – Matthew 7:1-2
Final Thoughts
Building and fixing relationships takes effort, love, and willingness to forgive. As we reflect on the scriptures, it becomes clear that love should be the foundation of every connection we have with others. We can learn to treat one another with respect and kindness, remembering that we all make mistakes.
By practicing forgiveness and seeking peace, we can mend broken relationships and strengthen those that are already in place. Let us encourage each other, honoring our differences and celebrating our shared experiences. Our growth in relationships will be a testament to God’s love in our lives.
If you’re interested in exploring more about relationships and how to navigate them, don’t hesitate to check out topics like communication with others or brothers and sisters. There’s always more to learn!