2. Matthew 11:19
The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and “sinners.”’

3. Matthew 19:14-15
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” When he had placed his hands on them, he went on from there.

4. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I an gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your soils. For my yoke is easy and by burden is light.”

5. Matthew 26:36-38
Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with him, and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.”

6. Four Stories that illustrate what a great friend Jesus is:
1. Jesus is a friend to those who are spiritually lost and hurting.

7. 2. Jesus is a friend to the outcasts.

8. 3. Jesus is a friend to those who are guilty and ashamed.

9. 4. Jesus is a friend to the brokenhearted.