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Friend
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Aug 16, 2026 updated
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Israel Houghton's song "Friend of God" celebrates the intimate and faithful friendship believers share with God. The lyrics emphasize that God knows everything about a person, both strengths and weaknesses, yet still calls them friend. The chorus declares that no earthly friend compares to God's closeness and faithfulness. The song highlights God's healing presence and the assurance of being known and loved. It reflects themes of gratitude, trust, and the personal nature of a relationship with the Creator, drawing on the biblical idea of friendship with God.
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[Chorus:]
Friend there will never be a friend
As dear to me as You
There will never be another
Closer than a brother
Friend always worth the wait
Faithful as the day
You say we are friends
You know all about me
The good and the bad
You know when I rise and fall
You see my beginning
You stand at the end
And yet You remain
Faithful to say I'm Your friend
[Chorus]
Everytime You call me
I receive Your healing
Everytime You call me friend
[Chorus]