Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

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#304: Stop Caring What Others Think Mar 23, 2020

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Are you constantly preoccupied with what others think about you? With how you look, how much money you make, or how many Instagram followers you have? There's an unpopular explanation for that: idolatry. Thankfully, Jesus offers us freedom from the stronghold of constant comparison. Grab your java and join us!

Guest: Heather Creekmore

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#302: Does Gender Matter? Mar 09, 2020

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Our culture is throwing off the limitations of two biological genders and embracing the idea that we can define for ourselves who we want to be (and what gender, if any). And why not? Is there a reason God created us male and female? Join Juli and her guests for a lively (and controversial) conversation about what it means to be feminine or masculine and why gender matters.

Guests: Sarah O'Connor & Glenn Stanton

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Sarah's blog
Glenn's blog
#280: When Submission Becomes Controlling
#163: Women & the Tough Bible Verses
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#301: Staying Connected With the Next Generation Mar 02, 2020

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When you hear "generational gap," do you think: about your mother, who can't understand your parenting choices? How you'll ever clear this technology hurdle and connect with your grandkids? Or, maybe you're wondering why your adult children get irritated when you offer advice? In this episode, Juli, Linda and Yvette share thoughts for parents, children and grandparents who want to improve their relationships with the generations before and after them.

Guests: Linda Dillow & Yvette Maher

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My Hair and God's Mercies...New Every Morning, by Yvette Maher
Satisfy My Thirsty Soul, by Linda Dillow
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#22: Intimacy, Sex & Aging Feb 24, 2020

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Intimacy with your spouse is important is all phases of life--even when you're celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary! Many aspects of our relationships change as we get older, but don't assume you have to stop having sex or physical intimacy together. In this episode, Dr. Gary Chapman and Linda Dillow join Juli to discuss how the dynamics of sexual intimacy change as we age.

Guests: Linda Dillow & Gary Chapman

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Passion Pursuit (Bible study)
Intimacy Ignited (book)
The 5 Love Languages (book)
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#300: Christians Struggle with Sexual Addiction Too Feb 17, 2020

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Did you know that 68% of Christian men struggle with unwanted sexual behavior? That 25% of Christian women use sex to hide a deeper issue that they're struggling with? We tend to believe that, if we really love Jesus, we won't struggle with sex. Juli's guest today, Nick Stumbo, struggled with pornography while serving as a pastor. Join them for a conversation about overcoming addiction, the flawed thinking that good Christians don't fall into sexual sin, and why sexual discipleship® is so important!

Guest: Nick Stumbo

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#299: Making Marriage Fun! (Even When It's Hard) Feb 10, 2020

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Marriage can be hard, but it doesn't have to stop being fun! Arguments, grief, or even just the busyness of life can make you forget that, at one time, you really enjoyed being with your spouse. Join us for a conversation about how we sometimes make marriage harder than it has to be, how to connect with a spouse who struggles to talk about your marriage, and how churches can make marriage ministry, well, a little less feminine.

Guest: Ted Lowe

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Married People
Your Best Us (book)
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#298: Sexual Identity is Big; Identity As God's Child is Bigger Feb 06, 2020

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In this episode, Juli continues her conversation with Laurence Koo. Join them as they discuss the tension created when so much of our identity gets wrapped up in our sexuality. They'll talk about how to walk with others in this tension, how to love and engage with your child who is same-sex attracted, and how the life of a single Christian following Jesus is rich in intimacy, relationships, and service.

Guest: Laurence Koo

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#297: Finding Freedom in the Midst of Brokenness
This month's webinar, "Pornography: Help for Spouses & Parents," is open to EVERYONE!
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#297: Finding Freedom in the Midst of Brokenness Feb 03, 2020

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Many gay Christians feel they must either deny their sexual feelings in order to be accepted by God or embrace the idea that God accepts them--just as they are. For most, neither of these options bring complete freedom or satisfaction. Is there a better way? In this episode, Juli's guest Laurence Koo shares how he wrestled with God over his unwanted same-sex attraction, and how he found freedom to follow Jesus completely --fully accepted and loved, same-sex desires and all. Grab your java and join us!

Guest: Laurence Koo

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This month's webinar, "Pornography: Help for Spouses & Parents," is open to EVERYONE!
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#296: An Insider's Story of Human Trafficking Jan 27, 2020

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Have you ever wondered why U.S. trafficking victims don't just run? Do you feel compassion for child victims, but not so much for adult women? (Ouch.) Juli's guest today is a trafficking survivor who now helps groups such as the FBI, Homeland Security, medical professionals and prosecutors better understand the underground world of human trafficking. Join us to learn why "running" isn't always as simple as it seems.

Guest: Rebecca Bender

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In Pursuit of Love (book)
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#295: We All "Deconstruct," It's Reconstructing That Matters Jan 20, 2020

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Questions about sexuality, sexual abuse, and gender have sent a new wave of "deconstructing" throughout the Christian community—people turning from their faith because God hasn't turned out to be who they thought He was. When a loved one struggles, we tend to get nervous and try to talk them out of their doubts or choices. Join us for a conversation about why it's okay—and even good—for us to wrestle with our faith and ask God hard questions.

Guests: Hannah Nitz & Tricia Lott Williford

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Ep #173: Lessons I Learned from Grief (with Tricia)
Josh Harris, Sexuality, and "Deconstructing" Christianity (blog)
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