A best friend is someone who goes beyond the average friend, but explaining these special people can be difficult.  What words can describe a relationship that only the people in it can understand?

• No one receives the title of best friend without putting forth some effort and sacrifice in the currency of time and energy.
• Be cautious of any man who claims to be the best at anything, even if he is your best friend.
• Man’s best friend may be canine, but man is still much more intrigued by the female species.
• “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” (Proverbs 18:24)
  
• Your best friend is whichever friend has the largest and best T.V. during football season.
  
• A best friend will still like you more than anyone else will when you are totally honest.
• Your best friend will defend you even when your own other friends turn on you.
• A man’s flashlight is his best friend in the darkness.  He holds his grasp tightest when in need.
• Friends come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, but you’ll have to choose for yourself which one is best for you.  Then you will have your best friend.
• Sometimes you don’t get to choose your best friend.  They seem to choose you.
• Never tell your best friend of his status, lest he take advantage of you in his high position. (Wise best friend saying)
• One good friend is worth a dozen acquaintances who won’t be there when you need them.
• A true friend will hurt you today to save you more pain tomorrow.
• Friends are like the many branches of a tree.  You usually have just one that is grounded and rooted deeply in your life.
• Know a man’s character by looking at his company. Know the condition of his soul by looking at his best friend.
• Anyone who pushes and claims to be your best friend is likely an enemy in disguise.