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Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy®

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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41:20

Holiday Peace 101: How to Be Unoffendable, #588

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2025/11/17

The holidays should bring peace. Instead, they often bring tension, unresolved hurt, and that one person who knows how to get under your skin. Today, Juli sits down with author and radio host Brant Hansen to talk about what it means to be "unoffendable"—especially when you're passing the mashed potatoes to someone you struggle to forgive. Guest: Brant Hansen Follow-up Resources: Unoffendable by Brant Hansen How to Have Tough Conversations by Juli Slattery (blog) When Your Adult Child Makes Choices

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29:45

What's Love Poetry Doing in the Bible? (Making Sense...

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2025/11/10

Lips that drip liquid myrrh, cheeks like beds of spices . . . what on earth is happening here? This week, we're making sense of the metaphors in Song of Songs. Find out how this bizarre (to us) love poetry shows us that God is wholeheartedly, enthusiastically, and unequivocally in favor of out-of-this-world sexual pleasure in marriage. Guest: Dr. Sandra Glahn If you enjoyed this conversation, leave us a rating and review in your podcast app. Follow-up Resources: What If I Hate Sex? by Juli

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43:57

Don't Try This Alone with Toni Collier, #586

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2025/11/03

If you've ever felt unseen, disconnected, or tired of pretending you're okay, this episode is for you. This week, author and speaker Toni Collier shares how healing begins when we stop hiding and start letting others in. Through her own story of heartbreak and redemption, you'll hear encouragement and practical wisdom on finding safe people, breaking toxic patterns, and walking with God and others toward healing. Guest: Toni Collier Follow-up Resources: Don't Try This Alone: How to Build Deep

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01:04:56

Should Christians Use Birth Control?, #585

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2025/10/27

This one's a hot topic—and we know it. 🔥 Juli sits down with Dr. Christopher West to talk about birth control, self-control, and God's design for our bodies. Whether you've wrestled with this teaching or never thought twice about it, this conversation invites you to pause, listen, and seek truth with us. Guest: Dr. Christopher West Follow-up Resources: Our Bodies Tell God's Story by Dr. Christopher West Follow Authentic Intimacy at @authenticintimacy Follow Christopher West

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34:42

Does God Care if You Get Botox?, #584

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2025/10/20

As Jesus followers, is it okay that we want to look younger, thinner, and prettier? We live in a world obsessed with appearances. Everywhere you look, someone’s getting fillers, enhancements, or posting a “perfect” version of themselves online. In this episode, Juli and Hannah take an honest look at these questions—not to hand out a new list of rules, but to invite you into a bigger story. Co-host: Hannah Nitz If you enjoyed this conversation, leave us a rating and review in your podcast app.

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39:50

When You Want Sex but Your Spouse Doesn't, #294

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2025/10/13

Ever feel like you're the only one in your marriage who wants to have sex? In most marriages, there is typically one partner with a higher sex drive—and that person is usually trying to convince the other to have more sex. In this episode, Juli and Dr. Corey Allan talk about how to move beyond "I have a need, and you have an obligation" to real sexual intimacy. Guest: Dr. Corey Allan Leave us a rating & review in your favorite podcast app. Follow-Up Resources: God, Sex & Your Marriage by Dr

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43:20

Real Stories of Women in the Bible (Have We Been...

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2025/10/06

Don’t miss your chance to win $200! Take the Java with Juli Survey. In this episode, we uncover the real stories of women in the Bible who have been misunderstood, silenced, or abused—and discover the God who saw them. From Bathsheba to Tamar to the woman at the well, we revisit stories where we have blamed or shamed women, when in fact scripture points to God’s compassion, justice, and redemption. ⚠️ This episode mentions rape. Please take care when listening. Guest: Dr. Sandra Glahn Follow-up

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42:11

Candid Answers to Questions About Sex & Being Single,...

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2025/09/29

Instead of shutting it down, what if you could meet your needs for touch, intimacy, and opposite-sex friendships in ways that honor your sexuality? (Spoiler alert: you can.) If you’ve wrestled with desire, boundaries, or shame, this candid conversation will help you see the God-given purpose of your sexuality—even when you’re single. P.S. This is one you’ll want to share with your single friends. Guest: Dr. Doug Rosenau Don’t miss your chance to win a $200 gift card: take the Java with Juli

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45:40

Surviving the Unthinkable: Rebuilding My Life After...

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2025/09/22

In 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! 🎉 Follow-up Resources: Healing from Life’s Deepest Hurts by Kimberly Haar

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56:20

Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World, #581

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2025/09/15

Are 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 raise resilient, Christ-focused kids. Guests: Matt & Laurie Krieg Take the Java with Juli Listener Survey to get a FREE Building Intimacy with God

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01:02:42

How To Talk to Your Husband (When All You Want To Do...

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2025/09/08

How 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 them. With real-life stories and practical wisdom, this conversation proves that a few well-chosen words can transform a marriage. Guest: Ann Wilson (with

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32:00

Sex Therapy: What Is It, and Why Should You Go?, #324

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2025/09/01

If 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 counseling, the most common challenges he helps couples overcome, and why having a therapist who respects God’s design for sexuality matters. From dispelling

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45:09

Why Telling Your Story is Complex, Courageous and...

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2025/08/25

The 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 hard-earned wisdom. He reflects on how trauma shaped his life, marriage, and faith—and how choosing to tell your story is ultimately an act of self-love and

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39:31

Good Girls, Bad Books: Erotica in Young Adult...

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2025/08/18

Juli 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 or talking with teens, this is a conversation every parent, teacher, and youth leader needs to hear. Guests: Greta Eskridge and Korrie Johnson

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37:54

What Your Husband Wishes You Knew About Sex, #126

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2025/08/11

Have 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 filled with eye-opening insight and practical wisdom. Guest: Chip Ingram, Co-host: Hannah Nitz Follow us in your favorite podcast app. Join an online book

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35:06

From Head to Heart: Why Love Changes Everything, #578

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2025/08/04

If 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 ways: our neighbors, the family of God, and even our enemies. Co-host: Hannah Nitz Follow-up Resources: Get your copy of Surrendered Sexuality now! Find

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37:12

Single, Married, or Searching: What Are We Really...

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2025/07/28

In 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 invited to surrender your desires and expectations to God and find contentment on the other side. Co-host: Joe Caruso Become a monthly donor and get a

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43:20

Q&A with Jackie Hill Perry and Laurence Koo, #576

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2025/07/21

Jackie Hill Perry and Laurence Koo tackle some of the most pressing questions surrounding faith, sexuality, and discipleship. No small talk here—just honest answers about the reality of same-sex attraction, the cost of following Jesus, and the beauty of surrender. Whether you're a pastor, parent, friend, or someone personally navigating LGBT questions, this is a must-hear conversation. Guests: Jackie Hill Perry & Laurence Koo Follow-up Resources: Become a monthly donor and get a free copy of

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39:38

How Knowing Jesus Makes You Whole, Not Perfect, #575

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2025/07/14

We’re moving from shame-based “sexual purity” to sexual integrity—the day-by-day journey of aligning your sexual choices with God’s truth. Whether you're single, married, or just asking hard questions, you’ll find hope in this episode. Co-host: Joe Caruso Become a monthly donor to Authentic Intimacy today! Get your copy of Surrendered Sexuality. Follow Authentic Intimacy Follow Joe Caruso

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36:43

Is God Outdated? Surrendering the Story You Believe...

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2025/07/07

If you’ve ever wrestled with how to reconcile your faith with your sexuality, or how God’s design seems outdated (or even unloving), this is an episode you can’t miss. Continuing in our theme of Surrendered Sexuality, Juli exposes the cultural narratives shaping how you think about sexuality — often without realizing it. Become a monthly donor and get your free copy of Surrendered Sexuality today! Or, buy your copy here.

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