Characteristics of a Good Friend

• Loves at all times (Proverbs 17:17; 1 Cor. 13:4-8)
• Sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24; Eph. 4:1-3)
• Shows compassion in times of suffering (Psalm 35:13-14; Romans 12:15)
• Offers wise counsel (Proverbs 27:9; Colossians 3:16)
  
• Does not slander or tear down but speaks gracious words that edify (Psalm 15:3; Ephesians 4:29)
  
• Shows kindness that encourages faithfulness to God (Job 6:14; Col. 3:12-14)
  
• Intercedes in prayer (Job 42:10; Eph. 6:18)
  
• Can be trusted, even when speaking hard truths (Proverbs 27:6; Gal. 6:1-2)
  

Note: I took these from an article in my InTouch ministries monthly newsletter. I though it was very good, and wanted to share.