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Listen to the founders of Authentic Intimacy, Linda Dillow and Dr. Juli Slattery talk about their latest book, Surprised by the Healer, which contains the powerful true stories of nine women, showing that God can heal sexual and emotional pain. God's miraculous healing wasn't just for Biblical times, it's for today! He is concerned for all of us, no matter how big or small our struggles. Take a step toward your own healing, whatever brokenness you have, by listening to this episode of Java with Juli!

An early theologian once wrote, “We know that when a couple has sexual intercourse, the Holy Spirit leaves the room.” If you were raised in the church, you might agree—and not be so sure you'd even want Him there! After all, is there any time you’re feeling less "spiritual" than when you’re having sex? But in fact, the Bible suggests just the opposite is true. Join Juli, Linda, and Hannah on this episode of Java with Juli as they talk about why sex in marriage is not only beautiful, it’s holy.  Guests: Linda Dillow & Hannah Nitz

God redeems our sexuality and allows us to share our stories with a hurting world. In this episode, Juli talks with Sanj Kalra and Hannah Nitz about how we can engage our communities, churches, and world with the truth of God's design for intimacy and sexuality. Guests: Sanj Kalra & Hannah Nitz This conversation was recorded prior to accusations against Ravi Zacharias and knowledge of his abuse of power and his sexual abuse of women. Neither Authentic Intimacy nor our guests approve of this behavior or defend the actions of Ravi Zacharias in any way. Our hearts go out to his family and victims. Our hope is that the resources created at Authentic Intimacy will equip and encourage churches, ministries, and families to become safe places for the voices of victims to be heard and believed, and where Christian leaders can be honest about their struggles with sexual sin and receive help.

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Helping couples navigate barriers to sexual intimacy is no small fete. Shame from the past, overcoming betrayal, sexual pain, mismatched sexual desire, and porn use are just some of the challenges that plague today’s Christian couples. Juli Slattery, Dr. Doug Rosenau, Nick Stumbo, and Rosie Makinney will answer your questions about how to help couples move toward the fulfillment of God’s best for them. 

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Healthy conversation around singles and sexuality is a glaring gap in most Christian communities. Singles groups are no longer comprised of college students waiting for marriage. Christian singles of all ages are grappling with questions about sexual desire, dating and the purpose of sexuality apart from marriage. Juli Slattery is joined by Rachel Gilson, Laurence Koo, and Dani Treweek in addressing questions about sexuality and singleness. 

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts There is a growing awareness of the great need to address sexual pain among women. Sexual abuse, harassment, pornography addiction, betrayal, sexual shame, body image issues… where do you even begin? Juli Slattery is joined by Dawn Jones, Meg Wilson, Mary DeMuth, and Joy Skarka in addressing questions about how to more effectively minister to women.  

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Talking to kids and teens about sex has never been more complicated. Children as young as eight may be exposed to pornography, sexting and suggestions of gender fluidity. Jason Soucinek from Project Six19 shares some foundations of sexual discipleship for parents and youth workers.     

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts In an effort to honor marriage, Christian culture has overlooked the importance of single Christians and neglected a theology of singleness. Dr. Dani Treweek has done extensive research and ministry in the arena of Christian singleness. She brings a theological perspective and practical advice for how the church can grow in this area of ministry. 

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Questions about gender dysphoria and non-binary gender identification are among the most pressing of our day. Dr. Preston Sprinkle, a leading voice among Christian leaders grappling with LGBT+ issues, gives you a framework for understanding and ministering to individuals and families.

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Dawn Jones, LPC, shares about the journey to sexual wholeness from her personal experience and professional expertise. She explains some of the unique challenges around sexuality for many black women.

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Despite growing research to the contrary, most Christians still consider pornography primarily a man’s issue. Joy Skarka joins Nick Stumbo to equip leaders in understanding the struggle of women and porn.

Ask Anything: Interviews with Experts Unintentionally, our approach to recovery from sexual addiction has been tied to performance in resisting temptation. Like a yo-yo, a person’s self-image goes up and down, week to week, as they return to their group with either a good or bad report. In this interview, Jonathan Daugherty from Be Broken Ministries shares the importance of grace-based environments for recovery and why our worth as image-bearers of God doesn’t change with our behavior. Guest Host: Nick Stumbo