Are You the Friend You Yearn to Have?
02/06/25 • 17 min
These days, friendships dissolve at the speed of a tweet. Cancel culture is real, and betrayal is often public. But are we the kind of friends we'd want in our corner when we are in a crisis?
Looking at real-life examples of friendships tested in the spotlight – Jessica Mulroney & Meghan Markle, Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively – and with guidance from the Word of God, we see what true friendship looks like and ask ourselves the question: Are we a true friend or a fair-weather friend?
If you are a woman, who has ever yearned for a true friend, this episode is for you.
Nuggets of wisdom in this episode
How friendship is tested by cancel culture.
What the Bible says about being a trustworthy and reliable friend.
How to examine ourselves—are we the kind of friends we want to have?
Key Scriptures: Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 27:10
References
Don Williams Fair Weather Friends
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These days, friendships dissolve at the speed of a tweet. Cancel culture is real, and betrayal is often public. But are we the kind of friends we'd want in our corner when we are in a crisis?
Looking at real-life examples of friendships tested in the spotlight – Jessica Mulroney & Meghan Markle, Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively – and with guidance from the Word of God, we see what true friendship looks like and ask ourselves the question: Are we a true friend or a fair-weather friend?
If you are a woman, who has ever yearned for a true friend, this episode is for you.
Nuggets of wisdom in this episode
How friendship is tested by cancel culture.
What the Bible says about being a trustworthy and reliable friend.
How to examine ourselves—are we the kind of friends we want to have?
Key Scriptures: Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 27:10
References
Don Williams Fair Weather Friends
Join the Messy Can't Stop Her Sisterhood at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3204395256540448/
If you would love to share your story on the #MessyCantStopHer podcast, click here to let me know.
Thank you so much for listening.
Music Credit: https://indiefy.me/wanted-carter
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Navigating Friendship, Disloyalty and Betrayals in 2025
In the trenches of life, we all crave deep, meaningful friendships. But sometimes we mistake acquaintances for friends? What do we do when those we trust betray us?
This episode explores the deep desire for true friendship, the pain of disloyalty, and how to discern between real friends and mere acquaintances in 2025.
Nuggets of wisdom in this episode
Not everyone you meet is a friend. Learn to differentiate between an acquaintance and a true friend.
Pray for discernment in friendships. Before opening your heart, ask God for wisdom and clarity.
Jesus is the ultimate friend who never fails. When human relationships disappoint, lean on Him for comfort.
References in this episode
· Trust In God by Elevation Worship (feat. Chris Brown), official lyric video
· Check out previous episodes of Messy Can't Stop Her podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music and other listening platforms.
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Nuggets of wisdom in this episode
1. Self-love is a Biblical principle.
2. Celebrate yourself, no matter your relationship status.
3. Treating yourself special sets the standard for how others treat you
4. Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for you to set the standard for how you want to be loved this year.
5. Practical ways to celebrate yourself this Valentine’s Day
Key Scriptures: John 3:16, Mark 12:31
References in this episode
Buchi Emecheta’s Second-Class Citizen
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