Jonathan, A True Friend Proverbs 18:24

Introduction David was in trouble with King Saul and needed a friend David was pursued by Saul He desperately needed a friend Jonathan was such a friend

Introduction Jonathan: Son of Saul Prince in Israel Courageous warrior He risked his all for David-his position and his life

Introduction 1 Sam. 20:4,17 2 Sam. 1:25-26 He was killed in the battle of Mt. Gilboa against the Philistines

I. Jonathan Was A Real Friend Proverbs 17:17 Real friendship cannot be purchased Real friendship begets or produces real friendship Proverbs 18:24

I. Jonathan Was A Real Friend He was David’s friend in good and in bad times 1 Sam. 18:1-4 1 Sam. 23:15-18

II. Jonathan’s Friendship Strengthened David’s Hand in God 1 Sam. 23:16 This is the only kind of friendship worth having Friends leads us to trust and depend upon God more and help us be better Christians

II. Jonathan’s Friendship Strengthened David’s Hand in God Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:9 Real friends will not condone our wrong but will seek to lead us away from wrong into what is right

III. We Must Take Care Of Our Friends Proverbs 27:10 We should thank God for our friends Never abuse them; don’t use your friends or take advantage of them

III. We Must Take Care Of Our Friends Don’t let a gossiper or whisperer separate you from your friends Proverbs 16:28 Proverbs 17:9 Mt. 7:12 Mt. 22:39

Conclusion Could your friends describe you as a “Jonathan?” Jonathan, a True Friend Conclusion Could your friends describe you as a “Jonathan?” Think of another friend-Jesus Jn. 15:13-15 Is he your friend?