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Dr Juli Slattery Podcasts
Dr. Juli Slattery sits down with guests over coffee and you get to join them. We have honest conversations about sex, marriage, intimacy, singleness, and God’s design for sexuality. Java with Juli is an outreach of Authentic Intimacy.
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You never know your true self until you know yourself in God. | What makes you significant as an individual? As a woman? As a wife, mother, daughter, or friend? No matter what your age or current course in life, you can come to know your remarkable significance and eternal value. | Join Carol McLeod on a life-changing journey of discovering your worth and value in God.
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This podcast is dedicated to restoring marriages and relationships to wholeness in Christ after being affected by pornography and sexual brokenness. Every episode is filled with rawness and transparency as Clinton and Charity intertwine their story while interviewing professionals and others about what it takes to rebuild connection after betrayal takes place. They focus on restoring safety and trust, rebuilding connection and intimacy, and ultimately reflecting God's ability to heal and red ...
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Join host Ellen Krause—co-creator of Coffee and Bible Time—as she sits down with authors, pastors, theologians, and everyday believers to explore Scripture, identity, relationships, and how to truly keep Jesus at the center of it all. Whether you're just starting your faith journey or looking to go deeper, this podcast is a space to learn, be encouraged, and draw closer to Christ.
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Jada Edwards and a diverse range of guests engage in candid and inspiring discussions on navigating the complexities of living an authentic life with Jesus Christ. Together, they delve into topics reflecting the challenges, triumphs, and transformative experiences of embracing faith in the world today.
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Rachael Gilbert, LPC, is a licensed therapist on a mission to bridge the gap between mental health and faith. She believes in the power of Jesus and therapy and loves to have honest conversations about both. Tune in on Mondays for short talk therapy episodes, always 15 minutes or less. And on Wednesdays, we share guest interviews with people whose message will bring you hope, healing, and encouragement. Stick around until the show for "Let's Get Real Practical," a short segment in which Rach ...
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Surrendering Sexuality with Dr. Juli Slattery
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38:21On this episode of Significant Women, I had the privilege of talking with Dr. Juli Slattery about one of the most vulnerable areas of our lives—sexuality. Juli shares how our culture has distorted God’s design for sex, and how women can find healing and freedom by anchoring their identity in Christ. This conversation is filled with grace, wisdom, a…
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Sacred Sexuality: Finding Wholeness in Surrender | Dr. Juli Slattery
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39:32Dr. Juli Slattery joins Ellen to discuss how Christians can find healing when struggling with sexual sin. From identity traps to rethinking sex as covenant, this powerful conversation offers practical steps and gospel-centered hope for anyone battling shame, addiction, or confusion around sexuality. Scriptures referenced: 2 Corinthians 5:17 Galatia…
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Surviving the Unthinkable: Rebuilding My Life After Trauma and Loss, #582
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45:40In this episode, author Kimberly Haar opens up about surviving a violent abduction and assault at the hands of her ex-husband. With unflinching honesty, she recounts the night her world shattered—and how faith, forgiveness, and Christian therapy helped her rebuild her life. Guest: Kimberly Haar Take our Java with Juli survey and enter to win $200! …
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More Than Enough: John 6:1-15 & The Feeding of the 5,000
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37:33What happens when you take the little you have and place it in the hands of Jesus? The impossible becomes possible. Ellen and Taylor unpack the miracle of feeding the 5,000 as told in the Gospel of John, a story so significant it appears in all four Gospels. Scriptures referenced: John 6:1-15 Matthew 14:21 Colossians 1:16 Mark 6:34-36 Resources men…
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In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, Pam and I explore the complexities of love in action within marriage, addressing the common phrase 'I know he loves me, but...' and its implications. We discuss the difference between love as an emotion and love as demonstrated through actions, emphasizing the importance of tangible expressions of love. The c…
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Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World, #581
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56:20Are you teaching your kids to follow Jesus—or to just follow the rules? In this episode, Juli sits down with Matt & Laurie Krieg to talk about how to give our kids a gospel-centered worldview. From early conversations about sexuality and gender to equipping them for a sexually broken world, you’ll get practical, faith-filled guidance to help you ra…
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Raising Godly Kids in the Age of Technology with D'Lytha Myers
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36:26On this episode of Significant Women, I have the absolute joy of sitting down with my dear friend, D’Lytha Myers. D’Lytha’s story is one of courage, surrender, and an unshakable trust in God’s faithfulness. From unexpected detours to God’s surprising provisions, her journey will encourage you to keep saying “yes” to the Lord no matter what season y…
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How To Find Healing From Childhood Wounds | John Trent & Kari Trent Stageberg
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35:07What happens when the love and emotional safety we needed as children wasn’t there? Ellen is joined by Dr. John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg to talk about a biblical framework that can lead to emotional and spiritual healing. They unpack the five key elements of the Blessing, share stories of redemption from their own journeys, and offer practica…
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In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we dive into the complexities of marital intimacy and emotional disconnect, sparked by a listener's email. We explore themes of self-love, communication barriers, and the impact of conditional love on relationships. Our conversation emphasizes the importance of personal growth and taking responsibility for on…
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How To Talk to Your Husband (When All You Want To Do Is Yell at Him), #580
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1:02:42How do you speak life to your husband when all you want to do is yell at him? Juli sits down for a candid conversation with author Ann Wilson about the transformative power of our words. Hear how Ann discovered that her (helpful!) criticism, even her subtle “sophisticated nagging,” wasn’t helping her husband at all—in fact, it was hurting both of t…
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Are you weary, overwhelmed, or running on empty? In this First Friday teaching, Carol McLeod dives into God’s Word to uncover how to face stress with peace and strength. Using lessons from King David, Gideon, Daniel, and Jesus’ words in John 15, Carol encourages you to abide in Christ and discover that His yoke always fits well. You’ll be reminded …
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In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we discuss the complexities of marriage, focusing on health, sexuality, and the impact of personal choices on relationships. A wife emails us asking how she can help her husband care about their sex life. Our conversation explores how anxiety can manifest in physical ways, the importance of integrity in commu…
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Sex Therapy: What Is It, and Why Should You Go?, #324
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32:00If you struggle with low desire, pain during sex, or difficulty with orgasm and don’t know where to go for help, this week’s Java with Juli is for you! Juli sits down with certified sex therapist Josh Spurlock to explore what Christian sex therapy really is—and what it isn’t. Josh explains the difference between sex therapy and traditional counseli…
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On this week’s episode of Significant Women, I welcome my sister in the faith, Natalie Runion. Natalie is an author, pastor, and communicator with a passion for helping women walk in unity instead of comparison or competition. In our honest and heartfelt conversation, we talk about gossip, drama, friendship, and the hard reality that sometimes—even…
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Hearing God's Voice in Your Ordinary Moments | Heather Sheldon Comber
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35:07Struggling to hear God’s voice in everyday life? In this inspiring episode, pastor and author Heather Sheldon Comber shares how divine encounters often show up in ordinary moments—from tangled Christmas lights to life-altering loss. Discover practical wisdom and honest stories that will help you recognize and respond to hearing God’s voice in your …
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The Intersection of Sexuality and Spirituality | Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife #743
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37:47In this conversation, Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins me as we explore the intricate relationship between sexuality and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of intimacy and personal growth within marriages. We discuss the challenges of navigating desire, vulnerability, and the dynamics of relationships, while also highlighting the need for aut…
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From Shock to Support: Inviting Our Parents Into Our Recovery Story
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48:03What do you do when you're finally ready to tell the people you love most about betrayal in your marriage? In this deeply personal episode, we invite Clinton’s parents, Greg and Cathy Muñoz, to recount the night they first learned about his sexual addiction and the devastating impact it had on our marriage. From the shock of hearing their son confe…
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Why Telling Your Story is Complex, Courageous and Healing, #353
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45:09The power of abuse lies in secrecy. The power of healing begins with telling. In this episode, Tim Hein shares his story of surviving childhood sexual abuse and the journey of healing. From the courage it takes to break the silence, to the importance of being believed, to the steps of recovery that lead to restoration, Tim offers raw honesty and ha…
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Living Life in the Spirit with Jenny Randle
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41:58This week, I’m joined by my dear friend, Jenny Randle. Jenny is a wife, mom, Bible teacher, author, and creative who is passionate about helping believers encounter the power of the Holy Spirit in everyday life. From her family’s move to Amelia Island, to her own health struggles, to writing her fifth book The Promised Presence, Jenny shares how Go…
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Heart Change: Applying Scripture | The EASY Bible Study Method Pt. 4
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37:55Taylor returns for a conversation about the final step of the EASY Bible Study Method, Yearn For A Heart Change. She and Mentor Mama discuss how to bridge the gap between head and heart, what God has been showing them in their personal studies, and how to apply even difficult or unfamiliar passages of Scripture. Scriptures referenced: James 1:22 Pr…
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Stop Outsourcing Desire To Your Spouse #742
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33:19In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we explore the concept of outsourcing sexual desire within marriage. We explore how individuals often hand over the responsibility of sexual energy to their partners, leading to a disconnect in intimacy. Our conversation emphasizes the importance of owning one's desire, understanding the biological and enviro…
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Good Girls, Bad Books: Erotica in Young Adult Fiction?, #579
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39:31Juli and her guests explore the infiltration of erotica and LGBTQ themes into young adult fiction. From board books to bestselling novels, today’s literature isn’t what it used to be—and parents are the last to know. You’ll hear stories from the frontlines and get practical tools to help you navigate today’s fiction. Whether you’re raising toddlers…
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When life doesn’t look like we hoped, God’s Word still points us to joy. Today, Carole Leathem shares her hard-won story—from a pastor’s-wife life that unraveled through her husband’s mental health crisis to becoming a steady, grace-filled caregiver who clings to Jesus. You’ll hear how James 1 reshaped her questions from “Why me?” to “What now?” an…
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How God’s Character Can Ground You in Hard Seasons | The EASY Bible Study Method Pt. 3
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27:16Ellen and Taylor dive into Step 3 of the Easy Bible Study Method: Seeking God and His Character. They discuss how to move beyond surface-level reading and intentionally discover who God is through Scripture—even when emotions feel flat or life gets overwhelming. You'll hear practical tips, personal stories, and powerful reminders of how meditating …
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In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we explore the complexities of sexual initiation within marriage, focusing on the dynamics between higher and lower desire partners. What are the challenges of initiating intimacy, the pressures involved, and the importance of communication and understanding each partner's needs? Our conversation emphasizes t…
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Why Is Naming My Feelings so Frickin' Hard?!
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32:18In this episode, we share a big life update—our family just moved from Idaho back to California! From surfing with our kids to podcasting at our parent's dining room table, we're in a season of transition, and we're bringing you along for the ride! But what we really dive into today is something we see every week in our recovery course and in our o…
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What Your Husband Wishes You Knew About Sex, #126
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37:54Have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of your man–just for a day? Now’s your chance! Juli and Hannah sit down with pastor and author Chip Ingram to find out what husbands wish their wives knew about sex. From why men fear rejection more than they let on, to how wives misunderstand their husbands’ need for connection, this conversation is fill…
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Praying Through Loneliness with Kristen Strong
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39:11This week on Significant Women, I’m joined by my new friend, Kristen Strong—a gifted writer and woman of deep wisdom. Kristen and I dive into the subject of loneliness and the sacred gift of friendship. With heartfelt vulnerability and practical wisdom, she shares her personal story of navigating seasons of isolation, especially as a military wife,…
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Stop Skimming: Start Understanding the Bible for Yourself | The EASY Bible Study Method Pt. 2
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22:55Ever feel like you read your Bible...but don't really understand it? In this episode, we explore the second step of the EASY Bible Study Method: Assess the Main Idea. Whether you have just 10 minutes or a full hour for Bible study, you’ll learn a simple, flexible approach to understanding Scripture that meets you right where you are: and grows with…
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My Body Shuts Down Right Before Orgasm #740
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29:07In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we explore into the complexities of vaginismus and its impact on sexual relationships. We explore the emotional and psychological aspects of sexuality, emphasizing the importance of understanding desire, inhibition, and shared responsibility in intimate encounters. Our conversation highlights the need to refr…
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Surrendered Sexuality, Postmodern Lies, and the Road Back to Trusting God with Dr. Juli Slattery
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45:42Why do our sexual struggles create more shame than other sins we struggle with? Why do so many of us feel lost and unfixable as we strive for freedom? And what if healing doesn't begin with fixing what's broken- but surrendering to the One who can? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery to talk about her latest book, Surrendered Sexual…
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From Head to Heart: Why Love Changes Everything, #578
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35:06If loving God (or others) has felt hard or risky, this episode is for you. Join Juli and Hannah to discover why surrendering to love is not weakness—it’s the first step toward knowing the One whose love sets you free. Drawing from scripture and real-life tension in the Church today, they unpack how Christians are called to love in three radical way…
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Healing the Ache of Alone with Carol McLeod
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34:35Welcome back to another First Friday episode of the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! On today’s episode Carol tackles loneliness, a problem faced by so many in our increasingly isolating culture. Through life experience and biblical wisdom Carol delivers a powerful encouragement to both embrace the gifts of solitude and proactively coun…
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Stuck in Scripture? Here's Where To Start | The EASY Bible Study Method Pt. 1
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20:37Sometimes, the hardest part of studying the Bible is just getting started. In this episode, Ellen and Ashley discuss how they overcame being intimidated by Scripture to develop a regular (and realistic!) rhythm in God's Word. Scriptures referenced: John 6:1-14 John 6:16-21 James 1:22-25 Resources: Pre-order our book: The EASY Bible Study Method: A …
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In this episode of Sexy Marriage Radio, we explore common phrases and beliefs about marriage that may not hold true. Phrases like 'You complete me,' the 50-50 marriage proposition, and the idea that love conquers all. We dive into the complexities of marriage, emphasizing the importance of individuality, communication, and realistic expectations. W…
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"I Thought I Married the Good Guy" A Story of Betrayal & Hope with Michael and Hailey
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58:39In this episode, we are honored to interview Michael and Hailey, a couple we met at the Restored 2 More Restoration Celebration in Eagle, Idaho, and now have the privilege of walking alongside in Course 1. Michael and Hailey share their powerful story of betrayal, anger, addiction, and ultimately, the life-changing power of surrender. Michael opens…
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Single, Married, or Searching: What Are We Really Longing For?, #577
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37:12In a culture that elevates marriage, sex, and romance as the ultimate goals, many of us are left feeling unfulfilled or sidelined. Have we unknowingly made idols out of good things? In this episode, Juli unpacks how our hearts can get entangled in false narratives—even within the Church. Whether you're married, single, or discipling others, you’re …
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Waging War on Addiction with Noelle Borgia
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38:46In this heartfelt episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod welcomes worship leader, speaker, and trauma survivor Noelle Borgia. With raw honesty and powerful hope, Noelle shares her journey of healing, wrestling with the lies of the enemy, and learning to walk in the truth of who God says she is. Noelle’s story is a testimony to the p…
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God Wants You Free: Confronting Spiritual Warfare | Emily Wilson Hussem
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39:31Satan's playbook against women isn't as hidden as you might think. In this eye-opening conversation with Emily Wilson Hussem, we pull back the curtain on spiritual warfare, and how to fight the subtle tactics the enemy designed to pull us away from intimacy with God. Scriptures referenced: John 10:10 Resources: Sincerely, Stoneheart Discussion Guid…
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Best of SMR: Anxiety As A Smoke Signal | Dr John Delony #738
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31:15An episode from the vault - Dr. John Delony joins me as we talk through the concept of anxiety as a smoke signal, indicating that something is amiss in our lives. He encourages individuals to face their discomfort and choose the hard path of growth and change (sound familiar?). He also highlights the significance of belief in something bigger than …
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"Where Were You Jesus?!" Processing Pain with God
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34:52In this episode, we get really honest about why we both stiff-armed Jesus in the early stages of recovery. We talk about the anger we felt, the deep disappointment, and the fear of what would happen if we brought our raw, messy emotions to God. We also unpack: The temptation to believe God is distant or cruel in our suffering How childhood wounds s…
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