Becoming a Biblical Friend

1. A biblical friend loves faithfully - Proverbs 17:17

Application: Do my friends only hear from me when life is easy? Or am I a friend in adversity?

2. A biblical friend speaks the truth in love - Proverbs 27:5-6

Application: Am I willing to risk temporary discomfort for my friend's eternal spiritual good?

3. A biblical friend makes others better - Proverbs 27:9

Application: Does my earnest counsel make my friends heart love Jesus more?

4. A biblical friend protects relationships - Proverbs 17:9, Proverbs 16:28

Application: Don't be a whisperer

5. A good friend stays close to Jesus - Proverbs 18:24, John 15:13, Romans 5:8