Hope Cast

In this episode, Ricky and Bonnie discuss a new identity, the Therian identity. They define it, while also talking about possible problematic things that can emerge from it. They also discuss ways to talk about this identity with loved ones as a parent or a friend. We hope this episode brings new insight and encouragement as we learn more about how faith and love plays into all of this.

Ricky and Bonnie talk about Christian counseling in this episode. They interview Rachel, a counselor involved in Rooting Counseling. Rachel talks a little bit about her backstory and her experiences as a biblical counselor. In this episode there's a lot of good discussions about how therapy can help you both mentally and spiritually.

Ricky and Bonnie discuss how loneliness is a feeling that can be hard to navigate. Loneliness is an epidemic in our culture right now, and there's a lot that goes into it. So, how do we get through this? What needs to change? Ricky and Bonnie talk through this topic and more in this episode.

Masturbation is a tough topic for anyone to talk about. But how do parents go about discussing this topic with their kids? How do we know when it's the right time to discuss this? How can we speak to our kids in a loving way while also being direct about the topic? Ricky and Bonnie discuss this topic with Kristen Miele, founder of Sex Ed Reclaimed. Join us as we tackle this and more in today's episode!

Pain is something that effects us all, and we all cope with it a little differently. But, can pain ever become a blessing? Why does God allow us to feel pain if He loves us? How do we process our pain without letting it consume us? Ricky and Bonnie discuss this and more in today's episode.

Today's episode is for all the parents, family members, and friends who have someone close to them who is transgender or in the process of transitioning. Ricky and Bonnie discuss a new support group they are starting to tackle this topic. If you need a place to process, be reminded that you aren't alone, and explore what navigating this topic as a Christian looks like, this group is for you.

Do you ever wonder what you would say if you had the chance to speak to your younger self? What wisdom would you share with yourself? How would that conversation effect your future? Ricky and Bonnie discuss this and more in today's episode!

Where do you run when you sin? We all mess up, and we all have our own ways of running from our shortcomings. So, with this in mind, how can we draw closer to God when we mess up; and how do we accept His forgiveness while also striving to be obedient to His Word? Ricky and Bonnie discuss this and more in today's episode!

God has created all of us with a desire for connection. However, because we live in a world that is broken, it can be hard to understand what a healthy connection looks like. How do you follow God obediently as someone who struggles with same sex attraction but also satisfy the natural desires for connection and intimacy that we all have? Bonnie and Ricky discuss this topic and more on today's episode.

A recent study refutes the idea that people who identify with LGBTQ+ have any kind of mental health struggles connected to their sexual identity. Ricky and Bonnie discuss the study and what this means for those navigating their sexuality.