The Art of Friendship with Kim Wier

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!

Birds of a feather flock together, or so says the research. Many studies and our experience show that we pursue people who share are interests and values, and judge those who don’t. But what if we are missing out on purposeful friendships by judging the choices and beliefs of others. On this episode Kim is joined by Hugh Halter, pastor and author of Brimstone: The Art and Act of Holy Nonjudgment. 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!

Dirty laundry, time outs, homework and broken curfews are not what you dreamed motherhood we be about. When the hard parts of motherhood overshadow the happily ever after you hoped for, it is time to rediscover your happy place. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Arlene Pellecane, author of 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom. 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!

We talk to people all day long, but don’t say what matters most – but we can. A few key questions and a discerning ear can turn casual relationships into friendships, and friendships into transparent connections. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Russell Verhey, author of The Conversationalist: Building Life-Defining Relationships One Conversation at a Time. 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!

Relationships are full of tricky situations that are not always easy to navigate – but there is help available for every one of them. When you face a challenge with people you care about, God says pick up the hotline and ask Him what to do next. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by Asheritah Ciuciu to explore how prayer is the greatest relationship resource we have – especially when those tricky situations arise. Asheritah is the author of Prayers of Rest. 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!

Where there are siblings there is rivalry – and it can drive parents mad. You may not be able to stop all the squabbles, but you can help shape their relationship so they siblings become friends for life. On this episode Kim Wier is joined by parenting leadership coach Sarah Hamaker, author of Ending Sibling Rivalry: Moving Your Kids from War to Peace. Learn strategies as a parent and revisit your own history to improve your own sibling friendships. 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!

Midlife is a lot like a stalker. It creeps up on you when you are not expecting it – but it sure is better to be prepared and know what to do. On this episode Kim is joined by Midlife mentor Michelle Van Loon, cofounder of ThePerennialGen.com website for midlife adults, to unpack the challenges and opportunities of the middle years of life. Michelle is the author of Becoming Sage, Cultivating Meaning, Purpose and Spirituality in Midlife. 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!

Have you lost people you care about over irreconcilable differences? Don’t write off difficult relationships – reconcile them! On this episode Kim is joined by Brian Noble, the executive director of Peacemaker Ministries and the author of Living Reconciled, 7 Ways To Bring peace To Your Most Difficult Relationships. 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!

Life may be uncertain, but death doesn’t have to be. If you have ever wondered what happens after you die, you will be relieved to hear there are reliable answers. On this episode Kim is joined by author and pastor Randy Frazee to explore details about the afterlife. Randy is the author of What Happens After You Die. 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!

Sex is one of the great benefits of married friendship, but it can also be complicated. On this episode Kim is joined by co-host of the Naked Marriage Podcast, Ashley Willis who offers real talk about cultivating healthy sex, friendship and intimacy in marriage. Ashely and Dave Willis are the authors of The Counterfeit Climax: Confronting the Issues That Sabotage Sex, Romance, and Relationships. 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!