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An honest convo about what's on Teresa's heart these days:
• Finding our identity
• Lament (yet again)
• The significance of our small lives
• The power (and pain) of pruning
• Why I'm taking a “summer sabbath”
• Bonus journaling hack

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How do you feel about Mother's Day?

I have always been part of churches that sought to celebrate mothers. Honoring the women in our midst for the brave and difficult work of mothering is right and beautiful! 

But it’s not that simple. 

Mother’s Day has been a complicated holiday for many women. So much so, that they stay home from church on that day.  

This year, I read a piece by Amy Young at the beginning of our service—words that acknowledged both the joy and the ache this day can carry. It resonated deeply with so many women, I decided to share it on the podcast.

Whether you love Mother’s Day or find it painful (or somewhere in between), I pray you’ll find today’s episode encouraging and insightful.

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Pornography has invaded countless marriages, shattering trust and distorting God's beautiful design for sexuality. When 64% of Christian men struggle with porn, the ripple effects touch nearly every family and church community—yet we're keeping silent.

In Part 2 of our conversation, Jody Allen continues to share her journey after discovering her husband's pornography addiction.  She begins with this powerful declaration: "We do not have to tolerate pornography in our relationships." This isn't about being judgmental or legalistic; it's about honoring God's design for marriage and setting healthy boundaries without apology.

Have you or someone you love been affected by pornography in your relationship? Share this episode with them—breaking the silence is often the first step toward healing.

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I know Jody Allen’s story will speak deeply to many of you. Despite years of counseling and intensive treatment, her husband ultimately chose pornography over his marriage, his children, and his family. After a long and painful struggle, Jody’s marriage ended in divorce. 

Without minimizing the deep pain of her journey, Jody shares the countless ways God has shown Himself faithful. In part one of our conversation, she offers heartbreaking statistics, reveals the warning signs of porn addiction, and shares two powerful mantras that helped carry her through. 

She reminds us that while we may not choose our circumstances, we always have agency in how we respond. Most importantly, her journey reminds us that healing is possible, hope is real, and God's love is strong enough to meet us in every broken place.

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This week we continue our transformative conversation about sexual wholeness from a Christian perspective with Dr. Carol Tanksley.  If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, listen here. Whether you're single, struggling with shame about your sexual past, or simply trying to understand how sexuality fits within your faith journey, this episode offers wisdom and practical guidance.  Sexual wholeness begins with accepting this invitation to "just come" as you are, trusting that Jesus will meet you with gentleness and guide you toward healing.

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Sexual brokenness often begins with wounds we don't want to face. Dr. Carol Tanksley, OBGYN physician turned ordained minister, draws from 30 years of medical practice and her own journey to explore how our personal stories shape our sexual decisions.  Dr. Carol directs our attention to what Jesus emphasized most - the condition of the heart. While behaviors certainly have consequences, lasting transformation begins with addressing the wounds, lies, and empty places in our souls that drive our choices.  Your story matters, and God wants to meet you exactly where you are.

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Breaking free from pornography addiction is not an overnight process but a journey—one that requires understanding, support, and a deep commitment to healing. This is Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery (if you haven't heard Part 1, you can find it here).  Today we explore the complex nature of sexual brokenness and the path toward wholeness that's available to everyone, regardless of their past or present struggles.

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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Juli Slattery about the growing issue of pornography addiction among women. We discuss how the porn industry has intentionally targeted women, the shame that keeps many trapped in silence, and the neurological and emotional factors that make it difficult to break free. Dr. Slattery shares insights from her book Her Freedom Journey, co-authored with Dr. Joy Skarka, which provides practical and biblical guidance for women seeking freedom from pornography. The conversation highlights the importance of surrendering to God's grace rather than simply trying harder and encourages women to find hope, healing, and community in their journey toward sexual wholeness.

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We all experience seasons of grief, disappointment, and loss. While we long for peace and joy, the reality is that we live in a broken world where suffering is inevitable. But God has given us a way to process our pain with Him. In today's episode, we explore the biblical language of lament, using  Psalm 13 as our guide.

If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to approach God in your pain, this episode will give you words for bringing your hurt before Him. You're invited to be brutally honest with God while clinging tightly to His love and faithfulness

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