That kind of friend

There is a kind of friend whom you can tell anything and not feel embarrassed. 

In the context of such gracious, accepting, forgiving friendships, one is not afraid to bring his/her sins and ugliness into the light and journeys toward repentance. Not only that; one heals, grows, and blossoms into the best of what one was meant to be. 

Lord, make me that kind of friend. Gentle at heart, tender in speech, long-suffering and true.