[Ep 14] How to Respond When a Friend Won’t Let You Help

What do you do when you offer help to a friend who is going through a difficult time, and they say “no”? How do you handle that?

I know it is so incredibly easy to take it personally when a friend turns down our offer to help. But today, I want to help you think through why they may not be in a place to accept help right now, as well as some tips that will help us respond in a healthy and God-honoring way.

Because, my friends, if we don’t respond well, we will damage the relationship and push our friend away instead of creating a safe place where they can heal. It’s so important that we get this right.

So listen in as I share three important ways to respond when your friend declines your offer of help.

Let’s encourage one another…

Kari

VERSES:

• “When you are sad, no one else feels the pain; and when you are happy, no one else can really feel the joy.” (Proverbs 14:10 ERV)
• “Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.” (Romans 12:15 NLT)
• “We are also asking you to encourage those who have lost hope. Help those who are weak. Be patient with everyone.” (1 Thessalonians 5:14 NIRV)

RESOURCES:

• [Guided Prayer + Meditation] Sitting with Your Friend in Her Pain
• Episode 11: Asking For Help When You Need It

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