Java with Juli

"I never imagined there would be a point in my life when a piece of me would have to be reconstructed. That at age 40 my chest would literally be taken apart and put back together."  Kim Harms underwent a bilateral mastectomy and breast reconstruction after surviving breast cancer. She soon learned that her breasts weren't the only things that God would help her reconstruct. Guest: Kim Harms, Life Reconstructed    

None of us is pure, but we can be whole. The imperfect packaging of the evangelical purity movement left many feeling confused and ashamed. Listen in as Dr. Juli Slattery shares a refreshing new approach to how we see our sexuality and how we're all on a journey to become more like Jesus. Guest: Hannah Nitz Mentioned: Episode #160: Why God Created You To Be Sexual Episode #166: We Are All Sexually Broken Click here subscribe to Java with Juli in your favorite podcast app

"I always thought that if I did everything the way God told us to, then I would be blessed, I would be happy and I would have a good marriage. That was decidedly not the case."  Well-meaning parents and youth pastors promised marital bliss if you could only make it to the altar as a virgin. For many, the promise didn't deliver. In this episode, Juli brings truth and compassion to the imperfect purity message of the 90s.  Mentioned in this episode: Rethinking Sexuality Surprised By the Healer

What's OK in the bedroom? Juli, Linda & Yvette tackle one of our most popular questions in this episode of Java with Juli. While God has said "no" to several things, He says YES to so much more! Join us to learn how to discern where you might need to draw a line and where you might need to step out of your comfort zone. Guests: Linda Dillow & Yvette Maher In this episode: Passion Pursuit Juli's blog What's OK in the Bedroom? Juli & Linda answer "What's OK?" live! (video)

From "All he thinks about is sex!" to "Why doesn't he ever initiate?" this Java with Juli episode has got you covered.  Juli sits down with our friend Jonathan Daugherty to help you better understand your man, his design and his sexuality.  Guest: Jonathan Daugherty, Be Broken Ministries Mentioned in this episode:   Passion Pursuit Bible study

When sexual abuse happens in the church our leaders are (historically) more likely to defend the powerful than to protect the wounded. What can YOU do to change things?  On this Java with Juli, Juli's guest is Boz Tchividjian, a former child abuse prosecutor and the founder of GRACE (a Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment), an organization that educates and equips faith communities to correctly respond to sexual abuse disclosures. Grab your java and join the conversation! Guest: Boz Tchividjian, GRACE

How can we create a culture that is safe for women to talk about sexual abuse? Join Juli & Hannah at the coffee shop for a quick conversation about what we can learn from the recent Supreme Court confirmation.  Guest: Hannah Nitz

Do you believe the Bible has answers to your questions about marriage and sexuality?  We know it does! On this Java with Juli, Juli and Linda open the Authentic Intimacy inbox and tackle questions like: Do common interests and hobbies lead to greater intimacy with your spouse? What do you do when your husband can't stop looking at porn? And, did God create sex primarily for men? Grab your java and join us!   Guests: Linda Dillow & Yvette Maher   Join us for our October webinar Rethinking Sexuality in Your Parenting

Your daughter is sexting her boyfriend. Your son sees porn on a friend's phone. Now that you've yelled, confiscated their devices and grounded them for life -what next?  Grab your coffee, exhale, and join Dr. Juli Slattery to hear how to talk with your teenagers about sexuality, sexual choices and God’s design. Guest: Laura Gallier Register for our October Webinar: Rethinking Sexuality in Your Parenting

Imagine the stress of being in ministry, a missionary on the mission field, while keeping your sexual sin a secret. (If we’re honest, whether we’re in ministry or not, many of us struggle to keep our sin, our trauma, or our past a secret.) That’s exactly where Troy & Melissa Haas found themselves when Troy’s pornography addiction was exposed. Join Dr. Juli Slattery on this Java with Juli to hear how God met them, healed them, and restored intimacy in their marriage.     Guests: Troy & Melissa Haas Mentioned: HopeQuest   Are you in a relationship with a man who is struggling with sexual addiction? Both HopeQuest and Be Broken Ministries offer specialized care just for you. Just use the links to connect!

Have you ever wondered whether or not you should see a sex therapist? From sexual addiction to sexual anorexia, a good therapist can help you find freedom from shame, fear and past experiences. Join Dr. Juli Slattery and her guests, Jorge & Danisa Suarez, who are originally from The Dominican Republic, as they discuss relationships, sexuality and how Biblical principles transcend any culture or border. Guests: Jorge & Danisa Suarez (contact them here) Follow-up resources: Passion Pursuit Register for our September webinar, Female Friendships: The Good & The Bad

If you are fearful or hesitant to share your true thoughts with your spouse, you may be in an unhealthy pattern with a controlling spouse. What are the red flags, and how can you change things? Very few couples know how to address this issue, but it can be a fatal flaw in your relationship if you ignore it. Learn the steps toward a gentle transition and honest communication on this episode of Java with Juli. Guests: Dr. Ron & Jan Welch Mentioned: The Controlling Husband by Dr. Ron Welch What's It Like to Be Married to Me? by Linda Dillow

If raising kids isn’t hard enough, throw smart phones, social media and video games into the mix and you have every reason to want to bury your head in the sand. On this Java with Juli, Juli sits down with David Eaton and Allison Rohr from Axis, a ministry passionate about helping parents and kids communicate about faith, technology and media. Listen in and learn how you can join the conversation the culture is already having with your kids. Guests: David Eaton & Allison Rohr

There is no magic formula to find a great husband, but there are decisions you can make today that will help you recognize him when you see him.  On this Java with Juli, Juli sits down with sisters and authors Bethany Baird & Kristen Clark as they discuss a refreshingly new and Biblical approach to navigating your love life. Have you been going about it all wrong? Listen in to find out! Guests: Bethany Baird & Kristen Clark

Laurie daily submits her same-sex sexuality to the Lordship of Christ while married to her best friend, Matt.  Matt daily submits his broken heterosexual sexuality to the Lordship of Christ while married to his best friend, Laurie. On this Java with Juli, Juli sits down with Matt & Laurie Krieg to hear what they've learned about surrender and sexuality in their marriage. Guests: Matt & Laurie Krieg