He consoled him and offered him hope and comfort in his time of crisis and need. And his encouragement had a spiritual dimension to it. Jonathan was concerned enough for his friend that he helped him find his strength in the Lord. Friends pray for and with each other and remember the promises of God together. Christian friendship has a deep spiritual component to it.
Christian friendship is an unconditional friendship.
He called home after being away for many months. His mother was delighted to hear that her son was home. Mom, he said over the phone, I just wanted to let you know that I m bringing a buddy home with me. He got hurt pretty bad and he only has one eye, one arm and one leg. I d sure like him to live with us since he has no family or friends to help him.