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Isn’t friendship kind of…optional? Author Drew Hunter proposes a solution to the nationwide epidemic of loneliness. He digs into the scriptural plea for authentic friendship, and how, exactly, to make friendships you can’t live without.

Show Notes and Resources
Connect with Drew Hunter and read his articles "7 Tips on being a good friend " and "4 steps on Cultivating True Friendship"
And grab his book, "Made for Friendship" in our shop.
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Isn&rsquo;t friendship kind of&hellip;optional? Author Drew Hunter proposes a solution to the nationwide epidemic of loneliness. He digs into the scriptural plea for authentic friendship, and how, exactly, to make friendships you can&rsquo;t live without.
Show Notes and Resources
<ul>
<li>Connect with Drew Hunter and read his articles "<a href="https://www.crossway.org/articles/7-tips-for-being-a-good-friend/">7 Tips on being a good friend</a> " and "<a href="https://www.crossway.org/articles/4-guiding-principles-for-cultivating-friendship/?srsltid=AfmBOoqSNEbz18XPy3du5D0iSjsUfa-QjzHsrZFZumnOqAO4_Lmgyd72">4 steps on Cultivating True Friendship</a>"</li>
<li><a href="https://shop.familylife.com/product/made-for-friendship-the-relationship-that-halves-our-sorrows-and-doubles-our-joys/">And grab his book, "Made for Friendship" in our shop.</a></li>
</ul>
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FamilyLife Today is an award-winning podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most. Hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, new episodes air every Tuesday and Thursday.

FamilyLife Today is an award-winning podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most. Hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, new episodes air every Tuesday and Thursday.

Is friendship optional? On FamilyLife Today with Dave and Ann Wilson, Author Drew Hunter digs into the scriptural plea for real friendship.