Beyond-the-Church S3E3 – Dealing with the Elephant in the Room

Hot topic discussion: Should Christians date non-Christians?

What happens when the thing no one wants to talk about… won’t go away?

In this episode of Beyond-the-Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation of dealing with “the elephant in the room.” From unspoken tension and unresolved conflict to misunderstandings that keep resurfacing, they unpack how avoidance—not the issue itself—is what truly damages relationships.

Grounded in faith and real-life experience, the conversation explores what it really means to pursue peace without sacrificing honesty. Through powerful insights from Matthew 7, they challenge listeners to examine their own “logs” before pointing out someone else’s “speck,” and to approach difficult conversations with humility, love, and intentionality.

The episode also takes a candid turn into a hot topic discussion: Should Christians date non-Christians?—offering balanced perspectives on influence, alignment, and living a life that reflects faith beyond words.

If you’ve ever avoided a hard conversation, struggled with conflict, or wondered how to handle relationships God’s way—this episode is for you.

Because real growth begins when we stop ignoring the elephant… and start addressing it in love.

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Kerry A. Clark

Pamela Clark

Jessica Anderson

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