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Proverbs 17:17 A friend loves at all times,    and a brother is born for a time of adversity.

Proverbs 18:24 One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin,    but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Proverbs 25:17Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house—    too much of you, and they will hate you.

Proverbs 25:20 Like one who takes away a garment on a cold day,or like vinegar poured on a wound,    is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.

Proverbs 26:19-20 Like a maniac shooting    flaming arrows of death is one who deceives their neighbor and says, “I was only joking!”

Proverbs 27:5 Better is open rebuke    than hidden love.

Proverbs 27:6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted,    but an enemy multiplies kisses.

Proverbs 27:17 As iron sharpens iron,    so one person sharpens another.

The Challenge of Friendship

Proverbs 17:17; Proverbs 18:24;

Proverbs 25:17; Proverbs 25:20; Proverbs 26:19-20

Proverbs 27:5,6,9 & 17

Friendship are like a house

A strong foundation and building blocks are necessary.

Foundation of Christian Friendships

1.Common Interests

2.Spend time 3.Focus on a few

The Friendship Challenge

Common Interests The

Friendship Challenge

Spend Time & Focus on a Few

Building Blocks of Christian Friendships

1.Reliability2.Sensitivty3.Honesty 4.Give & Take

The Friendship Challenge

Reliability The Friendship Challenge

Sensitivity

HonestyThe

Friendship Challenge

Give & Take