#563 Practical Advice for Talking to Kids About Sex and Culture
Java with Juli - Conversations About God, Sex, & You
Release Date: 04/21/2025
Java with Juli - Conversations About God, Sex, & You
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 to Authentic Intimacy today! Get your copy of . Follow Follow
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If you’ve ever wrestled with how to reconcile your faith with your sexuality, or how God’s design seems outdated (or even unloving), this is an episode you can’t miss.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. and get your free copy of Surrendered Sexuality today! Or,
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You believe God loves you—but you're afraid to trust Him with your most painful places. In this conversation, discover why surrender is one of the most courageous acts of trust—and the beginning of real healing. Plus . . . its book launch week! 🎉 Co-host: Joe Caruso and get a free copy of Surrendered Sexuality! Or, here. Follow Follow
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What if God asks you to surrender not because of what He wants to take from you, but because of what He wants to give? Grab your Java and listen in as Juli shares the core message of her new book, “Surrendered Sexuality.” Follow-up resources: Register for the Follow us at
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Discover why finding your identity in Christ isn't about changing your behavior—it's about knowing Jesus, and letting Him redefine who you are. In this episode, get a sneak peek at what’s inside Juli’s new book as she shares four identity traps that keep us stuck. Co-host: Joe Caruso Follow-up Resources: and get a FREE devotional! Follow Follow
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What’s the most important thing about you? Get ready—this episode will challenge what you've always believed about yourself. Listen in as Juli shares why our identity must be rooted in who God says we are—not in our past, our “purity,” or our pain. Co-host: @joecaruso06 Follow-up Resources: about all things related to Juli’s upcoming book, “Surrendered Sexuality.”
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Want to raise faithful and loving kids in an LGBT-affirming world? This episode is one you can’t afford to skip. You don’t have to choose between truth and love—this conversation will equip you to give your kids both. Grab your Java and join us! Guest: Follow-up Resources: by Rachel Gilson Java with Juli (AI Members Only) Sign up for our and stay in the know about all things happening around Juli's upcoming book, Surrendered Sexuality.
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Turns out, the stuff we haven’t dealt with from childhood shows up ... right in the middle of our relationships. Sit down with Juli and Dr. Dan Allender as they discuss why we must be willing to explore our own stories in order to create safety, nurture curiosity, and repair what’s broken. Guest: Follow-up Resources: by Dr. Dan Allender Java with Juli (AI Members Only) Join an !
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We spend a lot of our marriages thinking that “becoming one” means, "You'll become more like me. And once you become more like me, then we'll become one." Instead, what if you could say to your spouse, “I can love you just the way you are without having to change you.” If that’s the kind of oneness you want for your marriage (present or future), grab your Java and pull up a chair with Juli and Hannah. Co-host: () Follow-up Resources: (blog) Join an Authentic Intimacy !
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AI is changing the game when it comes to pornography—and it’s becoming more addictive and more dehumanizing than ever. This episode explores the impact of modern porn, including its ties to fantasy, gaming, and a distorted view of connection. If you or someone you love is navigating this journey, there is hope! Guests: Jonathan Daugherty & Joel Warneking Follow-up Resources: Join an ! (for AI Members)—not a member, get it . Intensive Workshop ,
info_outlineNavigating the teenage years has never been easy, whether you’re the parent or the child. So as parents, how can you help your teenager or pre-teen have a better experience? What practically can you do to put them in a stronger position to navigate their teenage years safely, with more clarity about God’s love for them and design for their sexuality?
Three guests – James Talbert, Josh Miller, and Chelsey Nutgren – join Juli to share some much-needed practical advice for raising surrendered kids in our current cultural moment.
Guests: James Talbert, Josh Miller, Chelsey Nugteren
James’ Website: Citizens Akron
Josh’s Website: Riverwood Chapel Akron
Website: AXIS.org
Website: Center for Humane Technology
Resource Series:
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Blog: 5 Reasons You’re Not Talking to Your Kids About Sex (and How to Overcome Them)
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Blog: Sexual Integrity: The Heart of Sexually Discipling Your Kids
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