Ever feel like we're just fumbling through the LGBT conversation, always asking but never really finding Biblical answers to questions like: What does it look like to be friends with my lesbian neighbors? How should I love my gay child and his partner? What if I'm...
Do you know what you believe about sexuality? Can you talk about sexuality with other Christians who believe something different?...
Powerful moments and memories from our childhood stick with us. They affect who we become and how we interact with others. If your...
If you are old enough to recall the sitcom Happy Days, you’ll remember “The Fonz.” Henry Winkler played the character of Arthur Fonzarelli, the coolest guy in town. The Fonz in his leather jacket and perfect hair could get all the ladies with the snap of his fingers....
Healing from abuse and sexual trafficking is difficult, but possible. In this Java with Juli, Juli talks with...
When Gary Thomas wrote Sacred Marriage, he challenged the ideas many of us had on what's most important in our marriages. During this conversation, Hannah Nitz asks Gary to share his wisdom on making your marriage more "mission-focused." What does it look like to not...
The call to be a good listener comes straight from Jesus: in order to feel loved, people have to feel heard. Great...
As the mom of three sons, there are days I wish I could be parenting in a different era… one in which cell phones did not exist and comic books were more common than pornography. Yet we do not choose the time and place which God inserts us into history. Pornography...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is all over the news, and it can be challenging to know how to navigate...
Church should be a safe place. But far too often church is an easy environment for pedophiles and abusers to ruin lives, and destroy...
Someone once asked my husband, Mike, “What’s it like being married to a psychologist?” Mike answered, “It’s great. I get to sleep with my therapist.” In all seriousness, there are some very frustrating things about having a wife who is a psychologist. Probably the...
God redeems our sexuality and allows us to share our stories with a hurting world. In this...
On this episode, Juli talks with Sanj and Kay Kalra about the way that pornography addiction negatively affected their marriage for...
What things in your life do you try really hard to hide? If my friends knew that I’m struggling with big temptations If people ever...
Do you know that God's desire is for you and your husband to experience great pleasure in your sex life? Many couples settle for "vanilla" sex for years (aka the missionary position), placing self-imposed restrictions on themselves that have nothing to do with God's...
Who do you think you are? Do you think you’re brave? Do you think you’re creative? “I love to encourage other women to stop...
Regardless of how long you’ve been married, date nights are still important! In this episode of Java with Juli, Juli talks with Dr....
How do you respect your husband when you don't respect his behavior? Are you trying to change your good husband into a perfect...
We are wounded in relationships with others, and it only makes sense that relationships are also where our healing will...
I grew up in a family of six kids, all very close in age. My position as “number five” out of six is probably a huge part of why I became a psychologist. My earliest pictures are often of me in a playpen observing family life. As teenagers, my sisters and I became...
After a few years of marriage, it's easy to form a list of things that frustrate us about our spouse. When they make a mistake, drop the ball, or don't meet our expectations, it becomes tempting to roll our eyes and start to expect mistakes. Author and speaker Erin...
Modern science has allowed us to see exactly what is going on inside the adolescent brain, and what we see can help YOU...
Several months ago, I got really sick. I was in bed for days with a high fever and chills, a deep cough, and no appetite. I gave the illness several days to run its course, treating my symptoms with Tylenol and cough medicine. When I didn’t get better, my husband took...
You have great influence in your husband's life. In your unique position, you can either tear him down or build him...
What’s the difference between having power or being controlling in marriage? How do you have influence...
“You can’t out sin the grace of God.” That’s a bold statement from our guest Liz Curtis Higgs, author of the...
(Presione aquí para leer en español) 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...
Every week we see a new story come out around a celebrity or politician and sexual abuse. This is sparking conversation all over the internet as men are being outed as abusers and women are coming forward with their stories. This has exploded into an entire movement...
Do you desire deeper intimacy with your spouse? Do you want to experience freedom in the bedroom like you’ve never...
"I hate sex. It makes me angry to hear you even suggest that I’m supposed to be enjoying it. I’ve...
I get asked this a lot. A woman often sheepishly approaches me at an event and says, “I’m one of those women you talked about who has a higher sex drive than my husband. What should I do?” Because women in this situation defy the stereotype, they sometimes feel shame...
There is no pain like discovering that your husband has been unfaithful. It’s as if your whole world has been shattered. You doubt your instincts because you have been fooled. You make vows to never trust again because old vows have been broken. Based on God’s Word,...
Do you know what human trafficking looks like in your city? Would you be able to recognize a woman who is in need of help? If so, how would you help her? In this webinar, Hannah Nitz sits down with two women who work against human trafficking everyday in Akron, Ohio....
Because my job is to talk to women about sex, there are few questions I haven't heard and haven't answered. However, there is one common question that I don't like to answer. Is it ok to masturbate? (Presione aquí para leer en español.) This question is a bit...
We love hearing your stories. The excitement that flows from the heart of a woman who has been changed by God is...
“I don’t feel sexual desire toward my boyfriend/fiancé. Should I stay single?” Let me introduce you to three different women who have asked me this question for very different reasons: Chelsey has been dating Drew for two years. They have a deep affection for each...
My teenage sons have recently introduced me to a new word… “cringy.” It’s how they describe my attempts to dance and many of my lame puns. But it’s also the word many would associate with the term “sexual purity.” As a ministry, we’ve shied away from teaching about...
Birth control, pornography, online dating –according to our guest on this Java with Juli, all of these technologies...
Do you have the courage to reach out to someone who is hurting? We often feel fearful or ill-equipped when God calls...
Join Hannah Nitz as she sits down with Lori Wildenberg & Dr. Juli Slattery to talk about how to love your prodigal child. Lori is a mother who recognized her daughter's gender confusion early on. Despite many prayers and conversations, her daughter now leads a...
Angel lived a life of prostitution and drugs on the streets of Akron, Ohio. Her life changed the day she met Becky, a woman who...
A recent survey revealed that approximately 85% of men interact with pornographic material on a monthly basis. With that statistic, we know that means porn has made it's way into many of our marriages. Pornography is killing our intimacy, and its widespread use and...
Do you know what you believe about sexuality? Can you talk about sexuality with other Christians who believe something different? Speaking the truth in love takes effort. We need to express our views with kindness and compassion. How do we hold to a biblical worldview...
As you watch a flood of #MeToo tags come through your social media feed, what is your reaction? Maybe you feel sick to your stomach, need some time to let the grief wash over you, or experience a rush of anger. Me too. How does something that is so hidden and...
The average single Christian has received very little teaching on the purpose of sexuality, and a simple "Just wait until you're married" approach won't cut it. Christian singles need to be equipped with a biblical worldview of sexuality and practical tools for...
"I know that orgasm should not be the main goal of sex, but I am disappointed that I have never experienced it." "I can’t say that...
Our FAVORITE part of conferences is the live Q&A session. We let audience members text in their questions anonymously and Juli answers each one! In this webinar, we are bringing this same concept to you. What questions do you have about sexuality, your marriage,...
Being female has gotten a bad rap. After years of femininity being squelched by the church, a new generation of leaders...
The New York Times recently reported that there is now proof that abstinence-only programs don’t work. They’re right....
After a long day of taking care of three little boys, cooking, cleaning, and juggling work responsibilities, I had reached the “finish line.” It was my time to rest. I ignored the subtle flirtations of my husband, Mike, hoping he would get the hint that I was not in...
Ashamed. Broken. Afraid. These are just a few of the words that describe a man addicted to pornography; ashamed of his...
Ashamed. Broken. Afraid. These are just a few of the words that describe a man addicted to pornography; ashamed of his...
No one has lived closer to the controversy over being “ex-gay” than Anne Paulk. When her ex- husband...
“One of the things I learned was that I could not fix what was broken, but I could create something new.” Join Dr. Juli Slattery and...
The New York Times and other prominent news sources recently reported that there is now proof that abstinence-only programs don’t work. A meta-analysis of data (this means analyzing data from a number of different studies) “found no good evidence that such programs...
(Presione aquí para leer en español) Did you know that single women are sexual? That your sexuality has nothing to do with whether or not you are having sex? As ridiculous as it sounds, many Christians grow up thinking that they will magically become sexual when they...
When you say “I do”, are you also promising to be your spouse’s best friend? Is it important to think...
Most people never plan on marrying twice, but many of us will. No matter how you got here, the decision to remarry can...
Fifty years ago, the original Dating Game featured a single young woman who got to choose between three eligible bachelors. Not...
How much should I share with my boyfriend about my sexual past? Is masturbating a sin? How much can we do before...
When women ask their honest questions about sexuality, the most common ones typically relate to whether certain things are right or wrong for Christian women to engage in. They want to know where the boundaries lie. (Presione aquí para leer en español). Is...
This summer I’ve been in my “writing cave”, spending countless hours finishing my next book about sexual discipleship, called Rethinking Sexuality. (The message of this book is challenging Christians to be grounded in biblical truth and equipping them to surrender...
Hannah Nitz was able to sit down with two women who have influenced her since she was 12- Noelle Beck & Juli...
“If the cost of saving a marriage is destroying a woman, the cost is too high.” When Gary Thomas, author of the best-selling book...
Do you think that only individuals who watch pornography, use sex to feel loved, or cheat on their spouses are sexually...
Some things aren’t worth talking about. Whenever you bring them up with your spouse, you end up in an argument....
Marriage doesn’t always turn out the way you think it will. Maybe your husband isn’t quite the gentleman he...
Do you bristle at being called “the weaker sex” or at the suggestion that women should stay silent in...
Same-sex marriage, social media, easy-access pornography… this generation of young people faces a culture that is changing more...
If you're living with another person and sharing life with them, conflict is definitely going to happen. But could you believe that fighting could be good for marriage? Join Hannah as she talk with Greg & Erin Smalley and they share from their experience as...
Mary DeMuth has a powerful story to tell: what it was like to return to the place where she was raped at five years old. On this...
As a parent, you will face a time where your child will surprise you and you aren’t sure how to react. In this episode, Juli talks...
Most of us don’t ever wonder about the purpose of sex. It’s something we desire, something we do, and for some of us, something we...
When sex is painful, many husbands and wives live with frustration and shame because they don't know where to get help. On this Java...
Grab your coffee and join us as Juli and Linda tackle YOUR tough questions about sex. On this...
Men are simple—or at least that’s what you’ve been led to believe. Give them food, sex, perhaps throw...
For many of us, the small sentence "I feel like quitting" can jump into our minds often. When we are in the middle of a hard season, tough situation, or even just a long day, life can feel too heavy. Can you relate to wanting to quit when it comes to your marriage...
Juli Slattery and Mary DeMuth talk about how to deal with hurtful people and situations within the Body of Christ.
Do you ever feel like you’ve been permanently marked with a Sharpie® pen? That the hurts and heartache from your past just won’t go...
I just read a book by Dr. Lisa Wade called American Hookup which describes the sexual culture on college campuses. Sexual activity has been so severed from relationship that kids “hooking up” are discouraged from even talking to the person they just had sex with. One...
What you believe about God has a huge impact on what you believe about yourself. When you’re at the top,...
In every church, in every row are men and women who carry secrets and questions about sexuality, sexual abuse, abortions, pornography, and sexual identity. The virtual silence on these topics reinforces the thinking that God doesn't deal with our sexuality. So we look...
Many women would use the word "helper" to describe their role as a wife, but why is being an encourager so important? Dr. Juli Slattery and Shaunti Feldhahn will address the vitally important message of encouraging your husband, and how vulnerable our men are to...
We make resolutions all the time--we're going to be stronger, healthier, wiser, more intentional, etc. But, do you think about making resolutions that grow your spiritual life? In this webinar, Linda Dillow teaches how you can grow closer to God. Linda shares from her...
How many times have you been disappointed or felt inferior because of your weight? Have you ever asked yourself where those emotions...
How you relate to others as a single person now matters to your future marriage. Whether it’s friendships, dating online or...
One hundred percent of couples struggle sexually. The truth is, if you want great sex in a great marriage, you’ve got to take off...
“He slurps his soup, bites his fingernails and always leaves his dirty clothes on the floor. I expected the relational challenges of marriage, but my biggest problem is that I can barely stand to be in the same room with the man!” I wonder how many marriages are...
Do you walk on eggshells around your husband? Are you constantly trying to be a better wife, friend, or daughter? This candid...
Women all over the world are excited about the release of the movie Fifty Shades Darker – but do they realize how this type of...
Why do we care if Fifty Shades of Grey has sold over 125 million copies? Because it means that women are looking to...
Endless romance. Hot sex. Being best-best-best-best friends. These are just some of the idealistic hopes we pile onto marriage. There are good motivations behind each of these hopes, but let's just be real. It's probably not all going to happen. Though it is a...
At the core of any relationship are two people who care about each other. So when you don’t approve of a relationship, how do you...
Yesterday, Mike and I were in downtown Denver to visit a friend in the Denver trauma hospital. On the way, we stopped by Whole Foods to get some snacks for our friends as they pass the long hours in the hospital. “Why are the streets so busy on a Saturday morning?” we...
It’s not just girl talk on Java with Juli. Gentlemen, today is all about you! In this episode, Dr. Gary Chapman...
What does domestic violence, poverty for women, and a lack of relationship commitment have in common? Would you believe...
Recently, a newly wed friend asked me this question. “What’s the purpose of marriage? Sometimes I think of it as free sex and housekeeping. Is marriage just an arrangement of living off my husband financially in exchange for taking care of a home and making meals?”...
When the words “Christian” and “counseling” are mentioned in the same sentence, there’s no shortage of opinions about whether or not...
Christmas shopping for my husband is always a challenge. He's a particular guy. He takes hours to pick out a gym bag and days to choose a watch. On my own, I never get it right. He's also the kind of guy who usually buys what he needs and doesn't wait for Christmas....
For some, this Christmas is anything but merry. Empty chairs where a loved one once sat, the loss of a job and no presents under the...