Jonathan's friendship with David illustrate ten attributes found in Christian friendship which are more perfectly exemplified in Christ Jesus.

1. Christian Friendships Are Unplanned. (v.1)
2. Christian Friendship Involves the Soul (v.1)
3. Christian Friendship Requires Love (v.1)
4. Christian Friendship Is Selective (v.1)
5. Christian Friendship Seeks Other's Good (v.1)
6. Christian Friendship Shuns Envy. (v.2)
7. Christian Friendship Involves Commitment. (v.3)
8. Christian Friendship Shows Humility. (v.4)
9. Christian Friendship Is Generous (v.4)
10. Christian Friendship Promotes Success (v.5)