Faith Over Familiar: Building God-Centered Friendships in a World Gone Casual

In a culture obsessed with convenience, comfort, and surface-level connections, godly friendship can feel rare. In this episode, we unpack what it looks like to pursue relationships that are rooted in Christ, anchored in truth, and willing to hold you accountable. We share honest stories, biblical wisdom, and real-life tools for recognizing the friendships that drain you—and cherishing the ones that keep you grounded in your walk with God.Rooted and Raw Crew:DeAndra BowieSherita BrooksFlora De La CruzTamara HewettStephanie BoegelJaemi SerranoSpecial Thanks to DNT for the original music.We highlighted some powerful Scripture today! If you're curious about what we referenced–or just want to dig deeper for your own growth–here's a list of the passages we mentioned or alluded to in the episode. Open your Bible, follow along, and let the Word speak!Word Recap: