Ep 289: Friend or Faux? Climbing the Relationship Ladder with Wisdom

In today’s episode, we’re diving into an important conversation about relationships—how to recognize real friendships from faux ones, and why understanding the Relationship Ladder is crucial for dating, friendships, and beyond. Inspired by a recent marriage retreat and my latest blog post, “Friend or Faux,” we’ll explore the five rungs of the relationship ladder: Knowledge, Recreation, Emotion, Spiritual, and Physical. We’ll talk about which apply to all relationships and which are reserved for marriage. Plus, I’ll share why I raised the dating age for my youngest to 18 and how we can help our kids—and ourselves—navigate relationships with biblical wisdom and clarity. Don’t miss this one—it’s foundational. 🔗 Read the blog: Friend or Faux Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

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Bold Faith, Real Answers Do you want to defend your faith but don't know where to start? Shanda knows what it's like to grow up in church yet feel unprepared to take Jesus into the world. Now, she's here to help you change that. Join Shanda each week as she tackles today's cultural issues with biblical truth, weaving theology and apologetics into everyday life. From parenting in a secular world to standing firm in your beliefs, she'll equip you with the confidence to engage tough topics-all in short, practical episodes designed for busy women. If you're ready to think biblically, stand boldly, and love God with all your mind, this podcast is for you!