Asking for a Friend

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  • 38: Why does the Church not talk about sex?

    Within in the Church, talking about sex is often taboo. We avoid healthy conversations and say “true love waits”, but what was God’s plan for sex? How can the Church have better conversations about sex to not place shame on women?

    This conversation with Mo Isom is so important for us to walk in freedom around the topic of sex. The Church needs to be having conversations that are uncomfortable but incredibly important! But how can we talk about it?


    LINKS

    Holy Spirit Revivals by Charles Finney

    44 min
  • 37: How do I talk to my kids about racism?

    The number one question I’ve gotten recently from listeners is “how can I talk to my kids about racism?”, so I invited Jenny Delacruz to have this important conversation with me! Jenny and I tackle why it’s so important to talk to our kids about race, before they develop the world view of someone else.

    We urge you to have this conversation with your kids and make it something you talk about often!

    33 min
  • 36: What if I doubt God?

    Is it okay to doubt and ask questions of God? It’s a heavy question with many caveats, but an important conversation!

    I had a great chat with Knox McCoy, author of All Things Reconsidered and co-host of The Popcast, to share our own stories of doubt, deconstruction and reconsidering what we've always believed . We hope you find your place here to approach your doubts and ask big questions.

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    All Things Reconsidered by Knox McCoy

    Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans

    The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron

    Beyond Belief by Elaine Pagels

    Finding God in the Waves by Mike McHargue

    The Good Place 


    33 min
  • 35: How can I make my marriage last?

    Marriage is one of the greatest gifts, but also can be the most challenging to navigate. How can we build lasting marriages, stand strong together, or find ways to reconcile through hard times?

    All of your questions are answered this week when I  chat with Melody Lovvorn to answer the question “How can I make my marriage last?” Melody has an incredible story of heartache and redemption that will encourage and inspire you to build a lasting marriage!

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Dr. Dan Allender

    Gary Thomas

    Abba’s Child 

    Wounded Heart

    Lies Young Women Believe

    Search for Significance


    42 min
  • 34: How should we respond to injustice?

    When racism rears its ugly head (on a daily basis), we all wonder “how should we respond to injustice?” Most of the time, we are unsure what to do, what to say or how to act.

    I am grateful to have had the opportunity to sit with my dear friend Ashley to have a candid conversation about current events, white supremacy, growing up black in America, raising black boys, and much more. I pray this conversation gives you a place to work out some questions and learn.

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Ashley’s post

    13th Documentary

    Amanda Seals

    Angela Rye

    Jamal Hill


    SEE ALL ADDITIONAL RESOURCES



    46 min
  • 33: How can the Church support singles?

    Single women after often overlooked or lost in the Church. They feel disconnected at times and struggle to find their place within the Church.

    I sat down with Crystal Day and we chatted about how the Church can better support and love singles. We also discussed dating and how that can be done well.


    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Dating Done Right

    Right to Real Love Podcast

    The Light We Lost 

    30 min
  • 32: Does my voice matter?
    ABOUT THIS EPISODE

    Do you ever feel like your voice doesn’t count? Do you feel silenced or not know where to start? Today I’m chatting with Csilla Muscan about why every one has a unique voice and how you have space to share your voice!

    Csilla shares about her upbringing in a communist society and how she has learned to use her voice for good over the years. You will be so encouraged by her story!

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Leadershift by John Maxwell

    Master Chef Jr. 

    karakaejames.com/coaching


    35 min
  • 31: What do moms really want?

    Mother’s Day is here and I’m taking some time to honor women in motherhood! I sat down with three friends at different stages of motherhood to answer the question “what do moms really want?”.

    My guests for this special Mother’s Day episode are Yvette Henry, Sarah Bragg and Tam Hodge! You are going to love hearing different motherhood perspectives and what women really want on Mother’s Day!

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Anjuli Paschall

    The Road Back to You

    The Gifts of Imperfection

    Bri McCoy’s Simple Syrup

    The Dream Giver



    42 min
  • 30: How should the Church handle abortion?

    Did you know that 1 in 3 women have had an abortion? The stats are a bit shocking when you look at them, but tells us that so many women are suffering in silence. I'm joined by my friend Janay to talk about this challenging topic and help us all think a bit deeper about being pro-life, think outside the box a bit and discover how we can truly support women as the Church.

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Forgiven and Set Free

    Orthodoxy by DK Chesterson

    Find Janay

    janaymcdonaldwilborn.com

    @janaymcwilborn


    46 min
  • 29: How do I overcome stereotypes?

    As women, we feel the pressure to be a lot of things and stereotypes are constantly placed on us. How can we overcome those stereotypes?

    This week’s conversation with Simi John about stereotypes is a must listen! We chat about stereotypes we’ve both battled and ways to overcome and live out our callings.


    LINKS FROM THE SHOW

    Kim Walker Smith “How He Loves” 

    The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg

    “So You Want to be Like Christ” by Chuck Swindoll 


    35 min

About Asking for a Friend

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For the woman who has questions about herself, the Church, and the world, Asking for a Friend provides a safe space to engage in tough topics. Each week Kara-Kae James confronts topics we all have questions about . . . but are too afraid to ask.