The Art of Friendship with Kim Wier

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Relationships brings us so much joy, but committed relationships also mean walking with freinds through their deep vallies. Are you prepared? In this episode, Kim shares talks with author Becky Baudouin who shares her journey alongside her mom through the valley and the unexpected joys found there for those who will risk the pain and uncertainties. Becky is the author of Cancer, Faith and Unexpcted Joy. Kim is the author of Everyday God, Finding Hope and Help in the Daily Presence of God.

Everywhere we look, a generation of kids is floundering- or worse. The answer isn't a governent program or even a church intervention. The hope for each struggling kids is one caring adult. Could you be the one? In this episode, Kim shares the incredible story of Josh Shipp, a kid who did not become just another statistic because of "one." Kim Wier is the author of The Art of Friendship and her latest book, Everyday God.

Is it an empty or it just spacious? How you view the nest after kids fly away determines just what kind of second half you will enjoy. In this "part 2" conversation, Kim is joined again by author and renowned family advocate Jim Burns to help you cast a vision and plan for what could be your best season yet. Jim is the author of Finding Joy in the Empty Nest. Kim Wier is the host and author of Everyday God, Finding Hope and Help in the Daily Presence of God.

The clock is ticking and the day will come. Your kids will grow up leaving you in an empty nest. What an oppotunity! In this conversation, Kim is joined by author and renowned family advocate Jim Burns to help you cast a vision and plan for what could be your best season yet. Jim is the author of Finding Joy in the Empty Nest. Kim Wier is the host and author of Everyday God, Finding Hope and Help in the Daily Presence of God.

What is truth? And what is your relationship to truth? How we define truth and the relationship we have with it can transform your world and the world. This week, Kim talks renowned apologist Dr. Jeff Meyers, author of Truth Changes Everything. Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

When we are mistreated or betrayed, we have every right to be angry- but so does God. Did you know He is angry with you? This week, Kim talks with pastoral counselor and counseling professor, Brad Hambrick, author of Angry With God. Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

For a kid, summer was the best time of the year for having fun and making friends. It still can be! The relaxed days of summer hold golden opportunities for building new friendships and strengthening existing ones – if you make a plan. In this conversation, Kim talks Bailey Hurley, a friendship-coach and author of Together is a Beautiful Place. Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

When work stops working for you, its time to discover where you were created to thrive. In this conversation,Kim talks Chris and Laura Harris Smith, authors of Make Your Splash, about how anyone can find their work calling by learning more about themselves.  Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

Friends stick together in good times and bad, but sometimes sticking isn't enough. In this conversation, Kimtalks with Rev. Percy McCray, of City of Hope cancer treatment centers, for a unique perspective on how walk with a friend through cancer. Rev. McCray hosts the Health, Hope and Inspiration podcast to help people find answers to questions about cancer.  Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

We all want to be in the right place at the right time, but are you also living in the right purpose? In this conversation, Kim talks with Heather MacFadyen about learning to identify and fully occupy your God-given space. Heather is the author of Right Where You Belong and host of the popular, Don't Mom Alone podcast.  Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

You said I do, but now you feel done. What if you could about ditch the unhappiness instead of the spouse? In this episode, Kim is joined by Toni Nieuwhof, author of Before You Split. Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

Waiting for the test results. Waiting for the relationship to heal. Waiting for the dream to be realized. We are all waiting for something – but we don't have to wait alone. Waiting together makes the wait rewarding. In this episode, Kim is joined by Krystal Ribble, author of Love Me In The Waiting. Kim Wier is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

Episode summary: If the light of your joy has gone out leaving you in the dark, the switch to turn it back on is closer than you think. Kim is joined by Chris Coursey, author of The Joy Switch and relational expert who connects brain science to our missing joy.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

If you knew what tomorrow held would it change how you lived today? You can know because God has given us His game plan for earth's final days. In this episode, Kim is joined by pastor and  Bible expert Robert J. Morgan, author of The 50 Final Events in World History with a look at tomorrow's headlines today.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

We've all had to say I'm sorry, but what happens when an apology doesn't restore the relationship? Kim is joined by psychologist Dr. Jennifer Thomas, coauthor of The Five Apology Languages. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

Living in a toxic world mean being contaminated with toxic thinking and emotions – but that leads to fall out in our relationships. Kim is joined by Billie Jauss, author of Distraction Detox to discover where the clean up should start.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

The world has been shaped by political revolutions, but eternity is shaped by spiritual revolution when one friend invites another to the Truth. Will there be another Jesus Revolution?  Kim is joined by Cathe Laurie, author, speaker and wife of Greg Laurie of Harvest Christian Fellowship and inspiration behind the new movie Jesus Revolution.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God, and The Art of Friendship.

Life has a way of disregarding our plans and when that happens your closest friendship can help you navigate the unexpected roads – especially the friend you are married to. In this episode, Kim is joined by Amanda Jenkins, author speaker and wife of Dallas Jenkins, creator of the phenom show, The Chosen. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

It is said that good fences make good neighbors, so why do we feel guilty about set up boundaries in life? Host Kim Wier is joined by leadership mindset coach, Kate Crocco to learn how and when to set healthy boundaries for ourselves and others. Kate is the author of Drawing the Line.   Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

Do women make dangerous friends? How can we trust women when we were hurt by mean girls growing up? Host Kim Wier is joined by Julie Fisk and Kendra Roehl authors of Daily Acts of Friendship to take the fear out of friendships – and more.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

Rehab and recovery programs are failing those we love so what is missing from the solution?  On this episode, host Kim Wier is joined by George A. Wood, addiction specialist, recovering addict and suicide survivor who is helping reimage wholeness and recovery by adding in community. George is the author of The Uncovery. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

Great friendships don't just happen. There is a cause behind them all – and it is simpler than you think and within your reach. On this episode, host Kim Wier is joined by Shannan Martin, author of Start with Hello. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

The whole world is debating “race relations” but what if we focused on “race relationships?” On this episode, host Kim Wier is joined by the authors of Colorful Connections to guide you into diverse relationships where understanding can begin with 12 healthy questions. Guests Dr. Saundra Smith and Lori Roeleveld. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

Buying, baking wrapping, traveling, singing, serving and hustling. It's a busy season where there is not always room for Jesus. Don't feel guilty – but do discover the joy of anticipating His presence. On this episode, host Kim Wier is joined by Hannah Anderson, author of Heaven and Nature Sing, 25 Advent Reflections. Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

It's a secret many moms keep – the mom-life is making them miserable. Mom burnout can be a misery or it can be a wake up call. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Rachel Norman, mothering advocate and author of If Mama Ain't Happy. Kim is the author of new title, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

There is a secret we all know but don't share – living like Jesus is hard! If falling short makes you feel like a crappy Christian, you are in good company. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Blake Guichet, author of Confessions of a Crappy Christian, whose insights will have you feeling seen, heard and understood.  Kim is the author of new title, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

Seasons of sorrow don't take a break for the holidays whether it is our grief of someone else's – but there is comfort. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Tim Challies to discover the goodness of God in the darkest days. Tim is the author of Seasons of Sorrow, The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and Everyday God (365 Day Devotional)

The election is over – and so are many relationships damaged by the differences. On this episode find out how to have an inclusive tribe without abandoning values.  Kim Wier is joined by Patrick Miller and Keith Simon, author of Truth Over Tribe.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and Everyday God (365 Day Devotional)

Small talk is great for elevators, but not so much for elevating relationships. Learn the art of conversation that gets you past awkward to meaningful connection. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Dr Heather Holleman, author of The Six Conversations.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Clutter is more than just an organization issue. It's getting to the root of why stuff is stuff is taking over. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Shannon Acheson, designer, home coach and author of The Clutter Fix and blogger at HomeMadeLovely.com. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

What is the meaning of life? Without an answer everything we do is pointless– work, relationships, purpose and identity. So where do you find the answer? On this episode Kim Wier is joined Michael Sherrard, author of Why You Matter and president of the C.S. Lewis Society, to go on a quest for answers. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Feeling healthy is more than being fit – it's flourishing in everything! The trick is how to do that all at the same time. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by board-certified health coach Heather Fuselier, the author of Happy, Healthy You. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Everyone loves a party, but throwing one can be a hassle. What if you could find a simple way to invite friends around the table to deepen your connections? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by food blogger and simplicity champion Abbey Turner, author of The Living Table with inspiration and help for embracing a lifestyle of relational hospitality.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

God has a wonderful plan for your life – so why is it so hard to figure out! If you are frustrated by trying to figure out God's will, this conversation will change your life.  On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Brittany Ann, the author of Follow God's Will. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Every person is a complex puzzle of traits, motives and behaviors that make up a personality. When you learn to solve that puzzle (yours and theirs) relationships grow and improve. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Craig Walker, author of Rediscovering You. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

More than 12 million people seriously consider suicide every year – likely someone you know. What if you were prepared to help save the life of someone in crisis?  On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Dr. Gregory Jantz, depression expert and founder of The Center – A Place of Hope. Dr. Jantz is the author of So Much to Live For: How to provide Help and Hope to someone considering Suicide. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  Dial or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Hotline.

Hard economic times are effecting every household, but it is still possible to have a rich life with a few simple money practices. On this Friend-to-Friend episode Kim Wier is joined by Bob Lotich, author of Simple Money, Rich Life.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Episode summary: The painful thing about betrayal is that it comes from someone we trust. So how can you ever learn to trust again. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Phil Waldrep,author of Beyond Betrayal, to learn how to overcome past hurts and begin to trust again. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com. 

The more things go wrong, the more we crave control– especially in relationships – but what if control only makes thing worse?  On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Sharon Miller, author of The Cost of Control. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship and devotional blogger at HopeOnDemand.com.  

Imagine having neighbors from all over the world. If you live in a college town, you do because international students are on every campus – and that makes you their neighbor! On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Jerry McCune of Bridges International, with some motivation and inspiration to friend the internationals right here at home. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship.

We all live behind closed doors, retreating to home as a place of refuge. But what would happen if we made a regular practice of opening the front door not to entertain but to engage people with the hospitality of gospel-centered friendship? On this episode Kim Wier is joined byVictoria Duerstock, author of Extraordinary Hospitality for Ordinary Christians. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship.  

By default, most people categorize others into groups of those “like us” and those “like them” and then make friends like us. But what if we are robbing ourselves of the best God has to offer? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Dr. Steven Bryan to deconstruct and break free from the “us verses them” mindset. Dr. Bryan is the author of Cultural Identity and the Purposes of God.

Life can be hard, so when someone stands firm, their life is inspiring. That describes those persecuted for being a friend of Jesus – and we have a chance to friend them by hearing their stories. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Todd Nettleton, host of Voice of the Martyrs Radio and author of When Faith Is Forbidden.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship.

We all want friendships to be easy, but they all require some assembly – but that doesn't mean the instructions have to be hard. Jesus gives us many demos to help us build strong and lasting relationships by following His example. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Amberly Neese, author of The Friendship Initiative, to help you build right.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship, Creating and Keeping Relationships that Matter.

Episode summary: Abortion is an important topic – one of just many dividing friends. When you feel passionate, how do you get your point across without being a jerk? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Jay Payleitner, author of Don't Take the Bait to Escalate.  Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship, Creating and Keeping Relationships that Matter.

Episode summary: We speak almost 300 million words in a lifetime, but how many are spend building up others? Words of affirmation can change relationships and lives. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Matt and Lisa Jacobson, authors of the book series “100 Words of Affirmation.” Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship, Creating and Keeping Relationships that Matter.

Do you and your spouse avoid talking about money? Is it ever a point of tension? What if the problem isn't actually money? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by social researcher and author Shaunti Feldhahn to talk about How to Thrive in Love in Money by learning your partners values, fears and faulty beliefs.   Kim Wier is a speaker, radio talk show host, Bible teacher, and author of the book, The Art of Friendship and other titles.   The Art of Friendship Podcast is part of Hope On Demand!

No marriage is perfect, but how do you know when a relationship is in trouble and needs counseling? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by clinical psychologist and relationship specialist Dr. David Hawkins to share advice on when and how professional counseling is beneficial to renewing friendship and intimacy in marriage. Dr. Hawkins in the author of Why Marriage Counseling Fails: Is the Problem the Marriage―or the Counselor? Kim Wier is a speaker, radio talk show host, Bible teacher, and author of the book, The Art of Friendship and other titles.   The Art of Friendship Podcast is part of Hope On Demand!

A good book can be like a friend – but THE Good Book is an actual Friend written by a Friend. So why is the Bible so intimidating and difficult to understand? On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Bible teacher Jodie Niznik to explore how to make friends with the Bible and the Author of the Bible – and it is simple enough for anyone to interact with. Jodie is the author of Real People Real Life Bible Studies. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship.   Kim Wier is a speaker, radio talk show host, Bible teacher, and author of the book, The Art of Friendship and other titles.   The Art of Friendship Podcast is part of Hope On Demand!

No two people hold the same views on everything, but some views differ so much they cause a clash that can split friendships. It is time to go against the norm and learn to embrace our friends with different views–without compromising our own to keep the peace. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Natasha Crain, apologist and author of Faithfully Different: Regaining Biblical Clarity in a Secular Culture. Kim is the author of The Art of Friendship: Creating and Keeping Relationships that Matter.   Kim Wier is a speaker, radio talk show host, Bible teacher, and author of the book, The Art of Friendship and other titles.   The Art of Friendship Podcast is part of Hope On Demand!