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The landscape around gender and identity has changed significantly in the last 20 years. And with this change, new language has developed to express it. But, it leaves many feel like they are falling behind or that they are at risk of being cancelled if they say something wrong.

If you feel like you’re falling behind, you’re certainly not alone. (And the idea of just doing a broad Google search seems like an exercise in futility.) When I recently picked up the book written by Dr. Mark Yarhouse and Dr. Julia Sadusky, I realized that they had compiled so much of the information we are needing today, while maintaining both a compassionate and logical tone.

We are so glad to be able to bring this conversation with Dr. Sadusky to you today. We talked about:

⁃ Why it is so imperative for church leaders to learn about and approach the topic for the sake of people who are looking for guidance and support

⁃ Some key terms and definitions (like even the difference between gender dysphasia and transgenderism)

⁃ key theories about WHY there has been such a steep incline in the number of young people who are identifying themselves in non-binary terms

⁃ the damaging affect of rigid gender stereotypes that have not originated from God, but from culture

I hope you take the opportunity to learn with us today, for your sake, but also for the sake of growing as a compassionate, truthful witness for Christ in your place to influence.

As you listen, we encourage you to share the episode with anyone that is looking for some answers today on these complex issues.

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Dr. Julia Sadusky is the co-author of “Emerging Gender Identities: Understanding the Diverse Experiences of Today’s Youth” along with Dr. Mark Yarhouse.

Dr. Sadusky is currently a research fellow of the Sexual & Gender Identity Institute in Wheaton, IL. and an advisor to the Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender. She is a licensed psychologist based in Colorado, where she offers individual, family, couples, and group therapy in addition to consultations for individuals and families around sexuality and gender.

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Do you ever wonder if you should go back to an ex? Were they your best chance for love?

Or maybe you are wrestling with the fear that your standards are too high, but you’re not sure what to negotiate on.

Perhaps you are even sensing the need to take a hiatus from dating in general because you feel like you are losing confidence along the way.

Mandy Hale, the amazing 40 year old single woman and best-selling author of the newly released book, “Don’t Believe the Swipe” has some strong encouragement (and challenges) for you in today’s podcast episode.

We talk about:

• How your value is not connected to your relational status

• The changing landscape of dating in a digital world

• Not being afraid to define your deal-breakers and non-negotiables

• How to include a support network into your relationship decisions

You can follow Mandy online @thesinglewoman, and find more of her content at www.mandyhale.com. 

Have you ever gone through a break up?

They aren’t easy. There can be so much pain and emotional anguish connected to them, especially if there have been lines crossed emotionally and sexually.

In this episode Bryan and Bonnie discuss key elements of how to respond and re-focus after a breakup, as well as fight the real lies that will try to speak to you about who you are and what is in your future.

We cover these topics:

-confronting your past

-handling memories

-walking out of shame and regret

-finding identity and purpose as a single person

-identifying true compatibility

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One of the major challenges as a parent, who follows Christ, is to raise your children in such a way that they grow to genuinely love Him too.

In this episode we sit down for part 2 of our conversation with our friend Jim Anderson, to hear wisdom and practical tips on how Jim and his wife Lisa have raised 8 children to love Jesus.

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