Pastor Mark Putman God created us for fellowship with Him and with others. We need each other to care for, grow, learn, and love. God uses friendship as an instrument of sanctification, so it is important for Christians to carefully choose their friends. Friendship is powerful for wisdom, and our choice of friends will shape our character. Wise relationships are marked by honest discussion and dialogue. You need a friend who is willing to lovingly tell you what you may not want to, but yet need to hear. Wise relationships are marked by dependability. There is nothing more deflating than counting on someone to be there for you and they are a no-show. Wise relationships are marked by making one another stronger. We are told in Proverbs to sharpen one another. Giving and receiving wise counsel makes us stronger.