65 | How to Show Up for a Friend When You Don't Know What to Do...or Say

Have you ever gotten that call or text—the one that says, “My mom died” or “He left me”—and suddenly you’re frozen, unsure what to say or do? You care deeply, but you don’t want to say the wrong thing or make it worse. In today’s episode of The Friendship Tour, we’re talking about a powerful, often overlooked way to show up for our friends: The Ministry of Presence.

Join me for a heartfelt exploration of how simply being there—without fixing, solving, or performing—can be one of the most meaningful acts of friendship you’ll ever offer.

Together, we’ll explore:

• What the Ministry of Presence is—and what it’s not

• Why “just being there” is sometimes the best thing you can do

• How to overcome the discomfort of silence or awkwardness

• Four practical ways to show up when a friend is hurting

• How this ministry reflects God’s love and design for community

This episode is for you if:

• You’ve ever said, “I just didn’t know what to say…”

• You want to be a better support to friends who are grieving or struggling

• You need a gentle reminder that love doesn’t always require words

📝 Challenge of the Week Who in your life might need your presence? Not your answers, not your advice—just you. Send the text. Make the call. Sit with them. Be there.

📬 Let’s Connect! If this episode touched your heart, we’d love to hear from you. Leave a review, share with a friend, or join the conversation on Facebook or Instagram.

💛 Until next time—be a good friend.