Focus on unconditional acceptance. Recall Christ's lavish embrace of us even when we were yet sinners. With Christ as our example, through His grace we can love our friend even when she is most unlovable. Above all, pray for your friend. There is no greater act of love than to consistently bring a friend before the altar of God and plead for her well-being.
Friendships are a journey.
Sometimes the road is smooth, but often the road is peppered with bumps and detours loom in front of our eyes. Before plunging ahead in an attempt to make a painful circumstance right, take some time to consider, to re-evaluate, to pray. Determine to develop realistic expectations of your friend. Then trust God to meet your needs. She has published over 500 articles and is a reviewer for Publishers Weekly and CBA Marketplace.