2. Some Real Characters: Lesson 5

3. Theme Proverbs 17:17 – “A friend loveth at all times, and a brother born for adversity.” Wise believers will find wise friendships.

4. Words for Friendship A friend is one who cares about the life and interests of others. Therefore, the opposite of friendliness is selfishness. A friend is someone who loves (Prov. 14:20; 18:24c; 27:6). A friend is someone who respects (Prov. 16:28; 17:19). A friend is someone who chooses (Prov. 18:24a; 19:7; 22:24).

5. Making Friends Practical Tips — 1.The friendly person listens. 2.The friendly person responds. 3.The friendly person smiles.

6. Making Friends Scriptural Tips — 1.The true friend overlooks the faults of others (Prov. 17:9). 2.The true friend overpowers fright (Prov. 18:24). 3.The true friend overcomes his failures (Prov. 22:11).

7. Keeping Friends 1.We must be careful in our financial dealings (Prov. 6:1-3). 2.We must be willing to sacrifice for one another (Prov. 17:18). 3.We must be willing to forgive (Prov. 17:9). 4.We must be loyal (Prov. 27:10). 5.We must be honest in our advice (Prov. 27:6).

8. Losing Friends 1.Anger (Prov. 22:24) 2.Flattery (Prov. 27:14) 3.Gossip (Prov. 16:28) 4.Financial instability (Prov. 19:7)

9. Some Real Characters: Lesson 5