Asking for a Friend

78: What is a woman's role?

Many women are struggling to find their place in the church today. From misguided teachings to dangerous theology, women have been told to sit down, be quiet...or even go home. So, what is a woman's role? In this episode, I'm having a raw and honest conversation with Meghan Tschanz about women in the church and how the church has come to look very similar to the sex industry. Meghan shares her powerful story of working with exploited women, and what that means for the church. *Trigger warning -- We talk about some dangerous harm done to women in the sex industry. LINKS: The making of biblical womanhood Half the church Malestrom Meghan's Book: Women Rising Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer!

77: How do I talk to my kids about hard things?

It's no secret that kids are facing grief, trauma and mental health. We don't want to shelter our kids from the hard things happening -- so how do we talk to them about hard things? In this episode, I'm chatting with Drs David & Donna Lane about how to have hard conversations with our kids about the things happening in our world and around them. They give great advice on walking through grief and trauma with our kids, and how to help kids through mental health struggles. LINKS My Dog Can't Jump Book Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer!

76: How do I navigate sexuality as a Christian woman?

As Christian women, the conversation around sex, singleness, and desire is a struggle. Even in marriage, it can be difficult to separate truth from the lies of purity culture. How do we navigate sexuality in a way that honors God? Kat Harris and I are chatting today on the podcast about what it looks like to live with sexual integrity as a Christian woman. Kat gives challenging advice for the woman who desires to honor God with her body – and shares powerful truth about what Jesus really had to say about women. LINKS Kat’s Instagram Sexless in the City Book The Refined Woman Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer!

75: How can people of mixed ethnicity find belonging?

“What are you?” Many of us will never know what it’s like to get that question. For those with multiethnic and multicultural backgrounds, finding their place can be painful, but it can also provide unique opportunities to connect with Jesus and the world around us. How can people of mixed ethnicity find belonging? Today I’m answering that question with Chandra Crane! With a Thai birth father, a European American mother, and an African American father who adopted her when she was five, Chandra’s experience provides powerful encouragement for anyone who is searching for belonging. LINKS Chandra on Twitter Mixed Blessing on Instagram Mixed Blessing Book Chandra’s Website Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer!

74: How can women speak up when silenced?

If you have ever felt your voice silenced, this episode is for you. For so many women -- this is part of your story. In this episode, I'm chatting with Tiffany Bluhm, author of the book "Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up". We discuss how women can speak up when they feel silenced and the power of your voice in this #metoo age. In this episode, you will hear: → Why women stay silent instead of speaking out against injustice. → How to be an advocate for a silenced woman. → Encouragement and practical tips for the woman feeling silenced. Get Prey Tell here! Follow me on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Subscribe to my newsletter and check out the free resources I offer!