Paula @ Gracefilled Moments Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, \’You too? I thought I was the only one.
— C.S Lewis
As Christians, we can find comfort in the knowledge that God designed us to thrive in community, including the friendships we build with other women. As we age, our friendships become more meaningful and important. For women over 50, the bond of friendship can be especially powerful.
But friendship is essential to our well-being. Friends provide us with companionship, support, and laughter. They help us through tough times and celebrate with us too. And they can make our lives joyful and more fulfilling. Am I right?
Whether we\’ve known each other for decades or have only recently met, our friendships give us a sense of belonging and support. We can encourage each other in our faith, share our struggles and joys, and offer a listening ear when needed.
As we navigate the challenges and changes that come with aging, our friendships can provide strength and resilience. We can pray for each other, share our wisdom and experiences, and have a warm hug and a shoulder to lean on in times of need.
Most importantly, our friendships can reflect the love and grace of Christ. As we build each other up, we can demonstrate His compassion and kindness to each other and the world around us.
So if you\’re a woman over 50, take heart in the knowledge that your friendships are a gift from God. Cherish them, nurture them, and let them bring you closer to Him and each other.
Let\’s look at a few reasons why women\’s friendships are so meaningful later in life:
- Friendship provides companionship. Friendship can give us someone to talk to, share our experiences with, and enjoy spending time with. As we get older, we may find ourselves spending more time alone. Our children may have grown up and moved away, and our spouse may be busy with work or other activities.
- Friendship can provide support. Life can be tough, and having someone to lean on is always helpful. Our friends can offer us emotional support when we\’re going through a tough time and can also help us celebrate our successes.
- Friendship can help us to grow. As we grow older, we often find ourselves changing and evolving. Our friends can help us to see the world in new ways, and they can also help us to learn and grow as individuals.
So if you\’re a woman over 50, take heart in the knowledge that your friendships are a gift from God. Cherish them, nurture them, and let them bring you closer to Him and each other.
Friendship is a deep oneness that develops when two people, speaking the truth in love to one another, journey together to the same horizon.
— Tim Keller
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How true this is! I love the C. S. Lewis quote at the beginning also. I’ve never heard that.
Yes, friendship for women over 50 is so important, it can be a lonely time when the kids leave the nest. Thanks for the party.
Wonderful post, Paula. I’ve always had friends that were quite a bit older than me, and now that I’m over 50, these friendships are even more important. Just hearing about seasons of life from someone who is further down the path is so helpful and comforting. I hope I can provide that to women who are younger than me too. Hugs, friend.
I agree Lois, I’ll be 52 this summer and I’ve been thinking a lot about friendships later in life. {{Hugs}}
This is so true, Paula. We really need our friends. I have lost a couple of long-time relationships this past year and it is so painful. It makes me extra thankful, though, for the friends I still have.
Amen Lisa ♥️
Friendships seem to be a little harder to maintain over 50. My theory is that’s because we don’t have school functions or things like that where we normally get together with other adults. It might take some extra effort, but it’s worth it.
That’s a great theory. And it sure is worth the extra effort for sure.
I am happy to have found your blog. Friendships are a gift. They have carried me through difficult times in my life–especially the Bible study and prayer groups that I have participated in. It is a blessing to share experiences and build each other up!
I’m so happy you found me too. Bookmarked your site so I can stop in and visit.
Paula, thanks so much for hosting each month. Hope your April is off to a good start. Many blessings!
You’re so welcome Donna {{Hugs}}
Beautiful highlights, Paula, on the value of friendships. And I appreciate you! And thanks for the link-up too!
Lisa, I appreciate you too. And you’re welcome as I love that you are a part of Sweet Tea & Friends.
Friendships are so important. I’m not over 50 yet, but I wonder if that time presents a season of renewing friendships—when the kids leave and things slow down. I’m in the stage of life where I have friends I haven’t spoken to in years. Work and family and all the things just don’t allow for a lot of time. Yet, I know that we’ll pick back up when we see each other next. However, I’m thankful for the reminder today to check on them now. Thank you, Paula.
Thank you so much Ashley. {{Hugs}}
Paula, friendship is so very valuable especially over 50. Somehow I feel as we mature our friendships also mature with us and strengthen us through hard times.
I agree, I feel the same way.
I am not yet over 5o but have found maintaining close friendships in adulthood to be much harder than I would like.
I’ve been blessed with some amazing friendship with like-minded women over the years, and I treasure my friends so much! And yet, I long to develop a friendship or two HERE after moving to a new state. I know it will come in time, and I just need to wait for God to put me and a good friend in touch with each other. Meanwhile, I’m especially glad for the faithful friends I still have, even though I don’t live close to them any more.
Amen, Kym. {{Hugs}}
So true, Paula. Friendships add so much to life. In the past, my friends have been older than me, further along on the journey, and brought much wisdom. Many are gone from this world but their wisdom remains 🙂 I am grateful I have been able to pass the wisdom along to those younger than myself. Blessings, friend!
Thank you Paula, for this sweet blog post. It beautifully captures the importance of friendships, especially for women like us. It’s heartwarming to know that God designed us to thrive in community and that friendships can provide us with companionship, support, and growth. It’s a reminder to cherish and nurture these precious gifts from God and let them bring us closer to Him and each other. Thank you for sharing this insightful and inspiring message. xxx
I love those “you, too” friendships! It’s so important to keep a hospitality heart as we hit over 50 – just like the rest of our lives, friendships shift and change according to what’s going on in life – we don’t see each other as often because our daily patterns change as the nest empties – our God is not a stagnate God. With open hearts, relationships evolve and new ones enter – all God-designed and God-blessed. Thank you for this reminder. Shalom, my friend ~ Maryleigh
Yes, I love those “you too” friendships too. I love the message within your comment.
I thought I had commented here, but I don’t see it. But I did appreciate this post. I have one friend I meet up for lunch with regularly and have been blessed with friends through the years. I can tend to be by myself a lot, but a good friend is a treasure.
You are so right a good friend is such a treasure. Yes, you did comment, it just takes me some time to approve and respond at times. No worries friend, sometimes it takes me time, but I will always respond.
Thank you so much for popping over to my blog and letting me know of your posts! Also a huge thank you for your time with this linkup. I have shared my entries: #95, 96, 97, and invite anyone to come over and participate and share posts with us as well. Please navigate to the bottom of my page for SSPS linkup, we hope to virtually meet you there.
Thank you so much for the invite. I will stop over at your place and check out the days when your link up goes live so I can participate with you as well. Wishing you a wonderful day.