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How do you cut off a "friend" who isn't good for you? [Spirituality & Religion]

I've encountered somewhat of a counterfeit friend. He is no longer healthy for me and my relationship with Christ. He seems to be rejecting everything I say regarding Jesus know even though he claims to love him. our relationship is not the same at all. I feel like is is using me and is harming me more than helping.
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SW-User
Is he an online or real life friend? Online is simple just block him.

Real life can be acheived by not responding to any of his messages or calls, if you see him in person ignore him if he suggests going somewhere say sorry I'm busy.
Fernie · F
@SW-User That is a cowardly and unfair way to end a relationship. Speak the truth to the person, explain why you are leaving, this eliminates any guilt and perhaps wakes the person up to their own behavior
sweetiepoo · 36-40, F
@SW-User its a for real life friend
sweetiepoo · 36-40, F
@Fernie that actually makes sense. I have had other real life friends just leave my life without reasons
SW-User
@Fernie If he's as bad and is harming its the least confrontational way and he'd get the message especially if he has a volatile temprement.
sweetiepoo · 36-40, F
@SW-User Maybe a little bit of both approaches could be used. I could possibly explain and then maybe go the other route too.
SW-User
@sweetiepoo sounds like a plan he's you friend and you know him we dont. I agree with @Fernie that perhaps there is a slight cowardly element to my reply but I tend to fear the worst when I see "harming me" which is why I suggested a distancing youself approach.

However if you do decide to talk to him I would suggest a neutral public location such as a coffee shop or similar place.