32 Bible Verses About Fellowship

1. Acts 2:42 – Devotion to Fellowship

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” – Acts 2:42

Related Verses:

“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:25

2. 1 John 1:7 – Walking in Light

“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.” – 1 John 1:7

Related Verses:

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” – Romans 12:10

“Encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11

3. 1 Corinthians 1:9 – Called into Fellowship

“God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” – 1 Corinthians 1:9

Related Verses:

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” – 2 Corinthians 13:14

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” – John 15:5

“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:27

4. Philippians 1:5 – Partnership in the Gospel

“Because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.” – Philippians 1:5

Related Verses:

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10

5. Romans 12:4-5 – Many Parts, One Body

“For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” – Romans 12:4-5

Related Verses:

“There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:28

“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” – Ephesians 4:3

“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

6. Hebrews 10:24-25 – Stirring One Another

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:24-25

Related Verses:

“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” – Hebrews 10:23

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” – Romans 12:2

“Why, my brothers and sisters, when you come together to eat, wait for each other.” – 1 Corinthians 11:33

7. Matthew 18:20 – Presence of Christ

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20

Related Verses:

“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” – 1 Peter 3:8

“In Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith.” – Galatians 3:26

8. Galatians 6:2 – Bearing Burdens

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2

Related Verses:

“My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.” – John 15:12

“If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:26

“Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’” – Matthew 22:37

9. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – Strength in Togetherness

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Related Verses:

“Then 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

“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17

“Therefore encourage one another with these words.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:18

10. Romans 15:5-6 – Unity and Praise

“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” – Romans 15:5-6

Related Verses:

“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.” – Romans 15:7

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8</

“Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.” – Ephesians 5:19

11. 1 Corinthians 12:25-27 – Unity in Diversity

“So that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:25-27

Related Verses:

“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” – Ephesians 4:2

“Do not look to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” – Philippians 2:4

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12

12. Ephesians 4:11-13 – Gifts for Building Up

“So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.” – Ephesians 4:11-13

Related Verses:

“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” – Mark 10:45

“Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11

13. John 13:34-35 – Love as Christ Loved

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this, everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” – John 13:34-35

Related Verses:

“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.” – Romans 12:9

“This is my command: Love each other.” – John 15:17

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness.” – Galatians 5:22

14. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 – Responsibility for Each Other

“And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Related Verses:

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9

“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness, no one will see the Lord.” – Hebrews 12:14

“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” – 2 Peter 3:9

15. Colossians 3:16 – Let the Message Dwell

“Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.” – Colossians 3:16

Related Verses:

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” – Colossians 3:16

“And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” – Colossians 3:14

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” – Colossians 3:17

16. James 5:16 – Confession and Prayer

“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” – James 5:16

Related Verses:

“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” – Romans 12:15

“This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” – 1 John 5:14

“Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise.” – James 5:13

17. Acts 2:46 – Breaking Bread Together

“Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” – Acts 2:46

Related Verses:

“They received their food with glad and generous hearts.” – Acts 2:46

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” – Psalm 23:5

“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” – Hebrews 13:2

18. Romans 14:19 – Pursue Peace and Edification

“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” – Romans 14:19

Related Verses:

“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.” – Colossians 3:15

“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.” – Hebrews 12:14

19. 1 Peter 4:9 – Practice Hospitality

“Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.” – 1 Peter 4:9

Related Verses:

“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8

“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” – Hebrews 13:2

20. Galatians 6:10 – Do Good to All

“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” – Galatians 6:10

Related Verses:

“But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back.” – Luke 6:35

“Love your neighbor as yourself.” – Mark 12:31

“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Romans 12:21

21. 2 Corinthians 6:14 – Do Not Be Unequally Yoked

“Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?” – 2 Corinthians 6:14

Related Verses:

“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” – Ephesians 5:11

“Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.” – Romans 14:13

“Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’” – 1 Corinthians 15:33

22. Proverbs 27:17 – Iron Sharpens Iron

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

Related Verses:

“Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” – Proverbs 13:20

“Better is open rebuke than hidden love.” – Proverbs 27:5

“Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.” – Proverbs 27:6

23. Hebrews 13:1-2 – Love and Hospitality

“Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” – Hebrews 13:1-2

Related Verses:

“Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality.” – Romans 12:13

“For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’” – Galatians 5:14

“Let brotherly love continue.” – Hebrews 13:1

24. Philippians 2:1-2 – Fellowship with Christ

“Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.” – Philippians 2:1-2

Related Verses:

“Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” – Philippians 2:4

“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3

“Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.” – Philippians 2:2

25. Ephesians 4:32 – Kindness and Forgiveness

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32

Related Verses:

“Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.” – Colossians 3:13

“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.” – Romans 12:17

26. 1 John 4:11 – Mutual Love

“Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” – 1 John 4:11

Related Verses:

“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19

“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” – John 15:12

“Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8

27. 1 Thessalonians 3:12 – Overflowing Love

“May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 3:12

Related Verses:

“Growth in Love and Knowledge.” – Philippians 1:9

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God.” – 1 John 4:7

28. Colossians 3:12 – Clothe Yourselves

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12

Related Verses:

“But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection.” – Colossians 3:14

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17

“Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires.” – Romans 13:14

29. Ephesians 4:2-3 – Unity and Peace

“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” – Ephesians 4:2-3

Related Verses:

“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.” – Romans 15:5

“Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.” – Philippians 2:4

30. Acts 4:32 – Sharing Everything

“All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.” – Acts 4:32

Related Verses:

“The whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common.” – Acts 4:32

“They all ate and were satisfied. Afterward, the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.” – Matthew 14:20

“They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.” – Acts 2:45

31. John 17:21 – Unity Among Believers

“That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me.” – John 17:21

Related Verses:

“I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity.” – John 17:23

“There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called.” – Ephesians 4:4

“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – Colossians 3:14

32. 2 Peter 1:5-7 – Add to Your Faith

“For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.” – 2 Peter 1:5-7

Related Verses:

“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” – 2 Peter 3:18

“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good.” – Romans 12:9