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EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 57 MIN

Episode 6 - Hallmark Called! They Want Their Theology Back - How to show up and shut up with a friend

from Dead Man Talking · host Bob Roberts

Send us Fan MailWhat do you say when a friend is going through a hard time -- a time full of the worse pain and suffering? Sometimes we don't know what to say, so we say what sounds good; but is it the best thing? Is it what offers the most comfort? Just because it's found in the Bible, it doesn't mean it needs to be said. Sometimes the best thing we can do is just be quiet and be present. Bob and his friends share moments when they have messed up, when they have been unhelpfully (even hurtfully) "comforted" by well meaning people. And they share ways that they have been meaningfully ministered to as well as ways they have been learned to minister to people. This episode is so helpful for anyone who really wants to think carefully how to help the best comfort to a friend when they are in their worst season of life. Brief cameo by Miracle Max. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

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Send us Fan Mail What do you say when a friend is going through a hard time -- a time full of the worse pain and suffering? Sometimes we don't know what to say, so we say what sounds good; but is it the best thing? Is it what offers the most comfort? Just because it's found in the Bible, it doesn't mean it needs to be said. Sometimes the best thing we can do is just be quiet and be present. Bob and his friends share moments when they have messed up, when they have been unhelpfully (even...

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