Reader’s Corner: “Pure” by Linda Kay Klein

Reader’s Corner: “Pure” by Linda Kay Klein

I recently read a very sad book, Pure by Linda Kay Klein. This book keeps popping up in my newsfeed, which tells me that people want to talk about it. The subtitle of the book hits precisely why this book caused my heart to ache: “Inside the evangelical movement that...
The Importance of Sexual Discipleship®

The Importance of Sexual Discipleship®

For the past few years, I’ve been using this term “Sexual Discipleship®” to describe the passion behind the ministry Authentic Intimacy. I’ve noticed that when people hear me put those two words together, they are intrigued. Although you may have been discipled in...
Why I Went to a Marriage Intensive

Why I Went to a Marriage Intensive

In November, I took my first sabbatical since starting Authentic Intimacy in 2012. What a gift! The sabbatical was for rest and refreshment but also for personal reflection. For the past year, Mike and I have tossed around the idea of going through a marriage...
Words Have Consequences

Words Have Consequences

We live in a day and age in which there is a lot of debate about words. What’s okay to say? What is politically correct? How can we speak in ways that are not offensive? As we discuss issues like politics, racial justice, and sexuality with others, we can feel as if...
How to Choose a Wise Counselor

How to Choose a Wise Counselor

All your own efforts and gumption, your prayers and advice-seeking, your reading and research—you’ve tried it all, and still your struggle persists. You’ve reached it: the point at which you know you need help. You need a counselor. Maybe a loved one has...