What if sexual purity isn’t about shame, but about dignity? In a world where hookup culture is loud, casual sex is normalized, and freedom is often confused with emptiness, this episode of The Thoughtful Christian Podcast asks a bold question: Does God’s vision for sex still matter today?

Tonya Lee tackles the myths, the mess, and the meaning behind purity with honesty, humor, and biblical depth. Whether you’ve struggled with the pressure, the guilt, or just want to know what real freedom looks like—this episode offers more than just answers. It offers hope.

If you’re tired of shallow and ready for something real, pull up a chair. Let’s talk about it.

We live in the most connected time in human history—and yet loneliness is quietly taking its toll. In this episode, Tonya Lee unpacks the surprising reasons so many people feel isolated, even when surrounded by screens, friends, or followers. From social media highlight reels to the ache for something deeper, we explore the real roots of loneliness and how faith offers a way forward.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel alone when everything says you shouldn’t—this one’s for you.

Some days your faith feels unshakable. Other days? You wonder if it’s all just emotion. In this episode of The Thoughtful Christian Podcast, Tonya Lee dives into the honest, messy tension between what we feel and what we believe. If you’ve ever doubted your own faith, wrestled with questions, or wondered if God was still there—this conversation is for you.

Discover why real faith isn’t about being the "ideal" Christian or emotional highs, but about a foundation that holds steady when life doesn’t.

What does it actually mean to follow Jesus? Not in theory, not in hashtags—but in real life, every day. In this episode, Tonya Lee unpacks what it means to move beyond cultural Christianity and into a surrendered relationship with Christ. With wisdom, humor, and biblical insight, she breaks down the most common misconceptions about following Jesus—and offers a clearer, more grounded view of discipleship. If you've ever wondered whether you're doing it "right," or what following Jesus is supposed to look like, this one's for you.

Anxiety. Depression. Overwhelm. If you’ve ever wondered, "Does God actually care about what I’m going through?" This episode is for you.

Mental health struggles are real, but they don’t mean you’re failing in faith or life. Today, we’re diving into where God is in our hardest moments, why so many struggle with anxiety and depression, and how faith offers real hope—even when life feels like too much.

We’ll talk about the rise in self-diagnosing, the role of biblical counseling, and practical ways to align our emotions with truth. Because your bad days don’t scare God, and your struggles don’t define you.

If you or someone you love needs encouragement, don’t miss this conversation.

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Think Deeply. Trust God. Live Boldly. And, let’s talk about it.

What if truth isn’t just an idea, but something—or someone—we can actually know? In a world where “your truth” and “my truth” seem to be competing for attention, we’re asking the big question: Does truth really exist, or are we just making it up as we go?

And what does a cat in a box have to do with it?

In this episode, we challenge the idea of relative truth, explore what Schrödinger’s Cat actually proves, and take a deeper look at why truth matters more than we think.

Ever find yourself reliving old mistakes like they just happened yesterday? Or having a full-blown conversation in your head about what you should have said, what you could have done, and how everything might have been different?

The past is loud. Regret, shame, and “what ifs” love to keep us stuck. But here’s the truth—God never called us to live trapped in yesterday.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:

— Why it’s so hard to let go of the past (and how it affects your future)

— What the Bible actually means by “forgetting what’s behind”

— How to finally stop rehearsing the hurt and start living free

And—big news—my book The Thoughtful Christian: Discovering Peace and Purpose in a Chaotic World is almost here! More on that inside the episode.

Listen now and let’s talk about it.

"All religions lead to God." "It doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as you're sincere." "A loving God wouldn’t exclude people."

These ideas sound nice—inclusive, comfortable, even logical on the surface—but are they actually true?

Because if all roads lead to God, then Jesus wasn’t just another option—He was wrong for claiming to be the only way.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:

- Why this belief is so common—and why it doesn’t hold up

-What Jesus actually said about Himself (and why His words leave no room for debate)

-How to talk about this with confidence, without arrogance

And if you don’t know Jesus as your Savior, I’d love for you to visit tonyalee.com and click the "How Do I Get to Heaven?" link at the bottom of the page.

Listen now, and let’s talk about it.

Christianity is more than just a blind leap of faith.

So, why do people think Christianity is just blind faith? Well, for starters, we Christians don’t always help ourselves. How many times have you heard someone say, ‘Just have faith!’ like it’s a magic spell? Like you don’t need to think, ask questions, or investigate?

That makes faith sound like believing in something despite the evidence. But biblically? That’s not faith at all.

Join me for the Conversation - and, let's talk about it.

The world is loud, chaotic, and constantly demanding our attention. As Christians, how do we stay grounded in truth without getting swept up in the noise?

In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to renew your mind (Romans 12:2) and cultivate a thoughtful, Christ-centered perspective in a world that thrives on distraction. We’ll cover:
✔ Where truth comes from (hint: not social media)
✔ How to guard your mental space
✔ Why wisdom > outrage (not every debate is worth your energy)

Let’s talk about how to think deeply, trust God, and live boldly—even in the middle of the chaos.