Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

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#285: Loving Without Compromise Nov 06, 2019

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Yes, you can love a gay or lesbian friend without trying to change them. Sadly, many in the LGBT+ community feel shamed by Christians simply for wrestling with their sexuality. Join Juli and Dr. Preston Sprinkle for a conversation that will take you one step closer to seeing (and loving) your same-sex attracted friend or transgender neighbor as Christ does.

Guest: Dr. Preston Sprinkle

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Theology in the Raw (Preston's podcast)
Guiding Families of LGBT+ Loved Ones (Book)
People to Be Loved (Preston's book)

#55: When Marriage Won't Get Better Oct 29, 2019

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What do you do when your marriage isn't what you want it to be, but your spouse won't work on it, no matter how many times you ask, beg or plead? Join Juli and her guests as they talk about how you can live joyously and free from shame even when your marriage is not "successful" according to our traditional Christian ideas.

Guests: Dr. Chuck Misja & Dr. Michael Misja

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Thriving Despite a Difficult Marriage
Beyond a Happy Marriage (Juli's blog)
Where Do You Run When Marriage Gets Lonely? (Juli's blog)

#284: Be a Truth Teller Oct 29, 2019

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If you're tired of smiling on the outside while you are broken and battered on the inside, Ashley Abercrombie has a message for you -it's okay to tell the truth about yourself and what you've been through. Join Juli as she talks with Ashley about why our stories are valuable and how they are one of the greatest gifts we have to give others.

Guest: Ashley Abercrombie

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#283: I Was the Abuser Oct 29, 2019

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Are you, or someone you love, a recovering sex offender? If so, this conversation is for you. In this episode, Juli sits down with John Fort, who has spent over a decade studying sexual addiction and working with men in recovery. He's also a former addict and sex offender. Listen in to hear how deep and radical the love of Jesus is and be challenged to offer that same love to others.

Guest: John Fort

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#282: How Shame Impacts Us Oct 29, 2019

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Shame is becoming popular… in a good way. More than ever, both Christian and secular voices are calling out the messages that tell us that we're not enough. In this episode, Juli and her guest talk about what shame is and how it impacts you and your relationships. Do you fight, flight or freeze when you feel shame? Do you know the key to diffusing shame in others? Plus, Dr. Debi Grebenik and Juli answer YOUR email questions. Join us for bold truth & rich conversation at the coffee shop!

Guest: Dr. Debi Grebenik

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Rethinking Sexuality (book)

#281: Growing Closer Through Conflict Oct 29, 2019

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There's no such thing as instant intimacy. Love at first sight? Perhaps. But intimacy is something else entirely. It takes years to fully know and accept the person you're married to. In this episode, Juli and her guest dive into why healthy conflict is one of the best ways to build intimacy with your spouse.

Guest: Dr. Ron Welch

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10 Choices Successful Couples Make (book)

#280: When Submission Becomes Controlling Oct 29, 2019

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Sarah got married believing that absolute submission to her husband would glorify God; making Him, her and her man happy. Only, she wasn't happy. Neither was her husband, really. In this episode, Juli and her guests talk about what can happen when we misunderstand what the Bible says about our roles as men and women in marriage.

Guests: Sarah O'Connor & Dr. Ron Welch

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#279: Why You Feel Shame When Your Spouse Cheats Oct 29, 2019

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A betrayed spouse often feels as much (or more) shame as their partner. In this episode Juli welcomes Dr. Sheri Keffer, therapist and co-host of New Life Live, to share her personal story about the impact of shame on our minds and bodies when we discover we've been betrayed by the person who is supposed to love us most. Join us to hear where to find help, what healthy boundaries look like, and how to begin to rebuild trust and intimacy in your marriage.

Guest: Dr. Sheri Keffer

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#278: Aging with Enthusiasm & Grace Sep 09, 2019

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Tomorrow isn't promised to any of us. How can we be grateful, joyful, and love others well whatever season we're in? Today Juli & friends talk about how our perspectives change with age, the benefits of being "the older woman" and how to grieve the losses that come with aging. There's lots of laughter at the coffee shop today as Juli turns 50!

Guests: Linda Dillow & Yvette Maher

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#277: What to Do If Your Child Is Sexually Abused Sep 02, 2019

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Child sexual abuse can happen anywhere and predators are typically someone a child already trusts. If your child is abused, what is the first thing you should do? What constitutes abuse? When do you report it? Juli and her guest tackle these tough questions and more in this Java with Juli.

Guest: Dr. Debi Grebenik

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National Children's Advocacy Center
God's Healing Stinks (blog)
Java with Juli #273: Tell Someone You're Broken
Java with Juli #273: Bravery Means Being the Real You
Java with Juli #257: How Trauma Affects our Bodies & Souls
Java with Juli #63: Healing From Childhood Sexual Abuse

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