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Better Together
The Art of Lasting Friendships
Ryan Heller
November 22, 2009
Five Aspects of Healthy Relationships
1. Integrity
Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn his ways and get yourself ensnared. Proverbs 22:24-25 (NIV)
A mirror reflects a man’s face, but what he is really like is shown by the kind of friends he chooses.
Proverbs 27:19 (TLB)
He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Proverbs 13:20 (NIV)
2. Loyalty
A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.
Proverbs 17:17 (NLT)
Friends come and friends go, but a true friend sticks by you like family. Proverbs 18:24 (MSG)
3. Humility
An unfriendly man pursues selfish ends;
Proverbs 18:1 (NIV)
Pride leads to arguments; those who take advice are wise.
Proverbs 13:10 (NLT)
4. Sympathy Encouragement Edify Inspire Believe in
An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up. Proverbs 12:25 (NIV)
5. Honesty
Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.
Proverbs 27:6 (NIV)
A gossip goes around revealing a secret, but the trustworthy keeps a confidence. Proverbs 11:13 (HCSB)
He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy. Proverbs 28:13 (NIV)