“Friendship”

Dear CMR,

I asked a friend to go on a date, and she initially agreed. Then a few hours later she texted me back and said she was busy that night, and perhaps they could instead go on a group date with some friends. How do I make sure things aren't awkward between us as friends?

Signed, Trying to Avoid Awkwardness

In today's video, Dr. Donna Thoennes explores biblical passages that call for discipleship within intergenerational friendships.

Dear Dr. Grace:

My roommate struggles with depression, and she is often discouraged about the things going on in her life. I am thankful that I can be her friend; it seems like not many others know or understand what she's going through. What do I do?

Signed, A Friend

Dear CMR,
Is having a friendship in marriage really important, and what role does it play?
Signed, Friendly Fred

Alisa Grace and Dr. Erik Thoennes share personal experiences and provide advice on how to intentionally relate to people with differing worldviews in this Q&A session

Dr. Erik Thoennes and Noreen Muehlhoff share how to create depth and meaning in friendships, even if they are temporary.

In our Christian Perspectives on Relationships course, the panel – Drs. Erik and Donna Thoennes, Dr. Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff, and Dr. Chris and Alisa Grace – share their thoughts in this Q&A session clip.

Dr. Tim Muehlhoff delves into the top 3 barriers to effective listening and how to overcome them.