Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Living Out Podcast
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| Series 14 Trailer: Engaging Objections | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:00:55 | |
When people hear that Living Out - a group of same-sex attracted Christians - believe that sex is reserved for the marriage of a man and a woman, they tend to have questions... | |||
| Intimacy with Creation (Exploring the Intimacy Deficit #5) | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:33:39 | |
How does our intimacy (or lack of intimacy) with creation impact our intimacy with God, ourselves and others? Will the sea be warmer in the new creation? And when's the Intimacy Deficit merch dropping? Ed and Andy are joined by Anne to answer all the important questions. Resources mentioned and related
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| Special: Polyamory and Consensual Non-Monogamy | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:30:07 | |
7-13 July is the week of visibility for non-monogamy, so we’ve got a special episode for you diving into polyamory and consensual non-monogamy. What do these kinds of relationships look like? What are the trends that are leading to them being normalised? Why should we care and how should we respond as Christians? We quiz Andrew Bunt, who’s written a booklet on the topic called Three or More, and think this all through together. Resources mentioned and related
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| Should I Call Myself Gay? (Questions No One Wants To Answer #2) | 27 Jan 2022 | 00:34:01 | |
How should Christians who are attracted to the same sex describe themselves? In this episode, the team talk about the pros and cons of labelling ourselves as 'celibate gay Christians' or 'same-sex attracted Christians.' We talk about the importance of clarity in communication, how what we say about ourselves plays into our identity and give some words of wisdom for young people coming to terms with their own same-sex attraction.
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| Should Conversion Therapy Be Banned? (Questions No One Wants To Answer #1) | 13 Jan 2022 | 00:29:58 | |
In this series, the team tackle some of the most difficult questions that we get asked and in this first episode Ed, Andy, Anne and Andrew discuss whether conversion therapy should be banned. They talk about definitions of conversion therapy, its effects, how prevalent it is and what needs to be taken into consideration as legislation is being drafted. Resources mentioned and related
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| Series 3: Questions No One Wants to Answer - Trailer | 23 Dec 2021 | 00:01:18 | |
A trailer for the third series of the Living Out podcast where we'll be discussing questions that no one wants to answer. | |||
| Is Living Out Just a Bunch of Crazy People? (Explore Questions #8) | 09 Dec 2021 | 00:30:04 | |
In the final podcast of this series, Ed, Andy and Andrew discuss whether holding to a traditional biblical sexual ethic puts us on the crazy end of the spectrum of historic and global Christianity. They also explore why people in secular society might think that Living Out's view on sexuality is crazy. Resources mentioned
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| Will I Ever Feel at Ease With Myself and My Sexuality? (Explore Questions #7) | 25 Nov 2021 | 00:31:31 | |
Andrew, Andy and Anne talk about how they've each come to feel more at ease with their sexuality and how they've been able to develop good friendships in spite of the pitfalls. The show also explores pathways out of shame for the Christian and the importance of having an identity that is rooted in Christ. Resources mentioned | |||
| How Important Is All This? (Explore Questions #6) | 11 Nov 2021 | 00:33:51 | |
In today's show, Anne, Ed and Andy discuss whether sexuality is really a big deal. Why are Christians obsessed with sex when there seem to be so many other pressing issues? Do Christians need to fall out over sexual ethics or is it something we can just agree to disagree on? How can we respond when churches and denominations change their stance? Resources mentioned
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| Is It Just Me? (Explore Questions #5) | 28 Oct 2021 | 00:30:59 | |
For many people, same-sex attraction can feel very isolating. Ed, Andy and Anne discuss how, over time, they felt less alone and were able to get support from friends and church. We also share some advice for those just becoming aware of their sexualities and wanting support and we look at helpful things churches can do. And we also learn about Ed's imaginary wife.
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| Isn’t God Being Unfair? (Explore Questions #4) | 14 Oct 2021 | 00:31:52 | |
Today we're discussing whether God is unfair when he says that sex should only be within a marriage between one man and one woman. Ed, Andy and Anne recount their personal experiences of wrestling with this question and share some favourite biblical encouragements. We talk about the good things about being single, the importance of trusting in the character of our good Father and not making sexuality the biggest thing in our lives. We'll also find out what Ed likes to read on a beach holiday. Resources mentioned and related
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| Christian + Same-Sex Attracted: Is It Doable? (Explore Questions #3) | 30 Sep 2021 | 00:35:01 | |
Andrew, Andy and Anne dive into the practicalities of living as same-sex attracted Christians seeking to be faithful to biblical teaching on sexuality. Each shares the difficulties, what has helped and the surprising blessings that have come from experiening this particular struggle. We also look at how the church can help make discipleship for same-sex attracted Christians more doable with plenty of encouragement and signposts to further resources. We also find out why Andy's job makes Andrew feel hungry. Resources mentioned | |||
| Isn’t the Christian Sexual Ethic Harmful and Repressive? (Explore Questions #2) | 16 Sep 2021 | 00:30:53 | |
In the first half of the show we explore ways in which Christians / churches have sadly harmed people in the areas of sex and sexuality. We talk about how silence has made it hard for people to feel safe and understood; how churches have sometimes created cultures of shame; and we discuss the damaging legacy of conversion therapy. In the second half, we push back on the claim that the pattern for sexuality laid out in the Bible is harmful, and we share our own experiences of the Christian sexual ethic as life-giving. Oh, and you can find out what we've all been enjoying on TV recently. Resources mentioned
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| Your Questions on Friendship (Your Questions #3) | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:31:44 | |
How do we as same-sex attracted people navigate close friendships with the same sex? How about opposite-sex friendships? How can you best love a sibling who is in a same-sex relationship? And how do you keep a healthy relationship with those you used to have a sexual relationship with? Join Ashleigh, Ed and Dan as they share their experience of doing friendship as same-sex attracted Christians. Thank you for your excellent questions! Resources mentioned and related
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| What Does God Really Say About Sexuality? (Explore Questions #1) | 02 Sep 2021 | 00:31:54 | |
Join Ed, Andrew and Anne as they share how they discovered God's purposes for sexuality. We explore why we can trust what the Bible says on sex, what Jesus had to say and how to understand the specific mentions of homosexuality within the broader context of biblical teaching on sexuality. And prawns get a mention too. Resources mentioned
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| Series 2: Exploring the top questions - Trailer | 29 Jul 2021 | 00:01:07 | |
A trailer for the second series of the Living Out podcast where we'll be exploring the top questions on faith and sexuality. | |||
| 13 Guests, 5 Questions - Bonus Episode | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:34:00 | |
We've finished our first Meet The Authors series, but this episode features thirteen guests giving their answers to five quickfire questions. We'll hear what advice our guests would give to their younger selves, what resources they recommend, how churches have been particularly helpful, what's been good about being same-sex attracted or being single, and top tips for deepening healthy intimacy in friendship.
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| Meet the Authors #13 - Rachel Gilson | 01 Jul 2021 | 00:32:52 | |
On this show we're interviewing Rachel Gilson, a leader at Cru and PhD at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She came to faith from an intellectual, non-Christian, lesbian background and is now married to a man. We talk about her story, why she's convinced that the Bible's teaching isn't arbitary when it comes to who we can sleep with, and the fact that we can follow God's rules because we can trust God's good character. We also talk about the purpose of marriage, what it's like to be in a 'mixed-orientation' marriage, and its opportunity to reveal the good news of the gospel to the world. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #12 - Preston Sprinkle | 17 Jun 2021 | 00:32:46 | |
International author and speaker Preston Sprinkle joins us in this show to talk about his work in the area of transgender. We discuss the work of the Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender, which he heads up, and his latest book, Embodied, which is an accessible guide to the transgender conversation. He also explains intersex conditions and we unpack sex binaries and gender stereotypes. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #11 - Andrew Goddard | 03 Jun 2021 | 00:30:33 | |
Church leader and Christian Ethics tutor Andrew Goddard has a vast amount of experience having dialogue on issues of sexuality in the church. He shares the fascinating story of that engagement over the last couple of decades, the resources he's found particularly helpful, and some advice about how to have honouring and helpful discussions with those who have a different viewpoint from us. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #10 - Rob Wood | 20 May 2021 | 00:31:28 | |
In this episode we're talking with Rob Wood, an ordinand in the Church of England and formerly head of True Freedom Trust's teaching ministry. He is also co-author of the book Satisfaction Guaranteed. Rob shares why he gave up a gay lifestyle to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and and explains what he finds compelling about the Christian narrative. His conviction is that biblical teaching on sexuality is good news for everyone and only God can bring lasting freedom from shame. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #9 - Peter Ould | 06 May 2021 | 00:31:33 | |
On this show we interview consultant statistician and ordained Church of England priest Peter Ould. Peter shares his rich theological journey into what it means to be human and what it means to be male, as well as what his biblical research has uncovered about the meaning behind God’s proscriptions for sexual behaviour. We look at how Peter sees a deliberate refusal to enter a same sex sexual relationship as an act of worship. We also discuss human identity, idolatry of relationships, ways of describing sexual orientation and research into the fluidity of sexuality. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #8 - Kate Wharton | 19 Apr 2021 | 00:33:36 | |
Today we have vicar and New Wine leader Kate Wharton on the show talking about why she felt called by God to make a public committment to singleness. We explore how churches can make single people feel more welcome and included at all levels of church life. Kate also gives us some wonderful wisdom about developing good friendships. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #7 - Sean Doherty | 08 Apr 2021 | 00:33:32 | |
This week we're chatting with Sean Doherty who works in theological education and teaches Christian Ethics. He realised he was gay/same-sex attracted in his late teens but to his surprise he ended up married to Gaby, who is currently a curate. Sean talks about his experiences of marriage as someone who is same-sex attracted, and explores more generally what godly sexual attraction looks like. We also discuss how the church can respond in a helpful way when a gay couple become Christians and we talk about what healthy committed friendship looks like. Resources mentioned | |||
| Your Questions on Church (Your Questions #2) | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:33:22 | |
In this episode, we’re answering your questions on church, covering topics such as: unhelpful messages churches transmit and more positive alternatives; welcoming and including people while sticking to a biblical sexual ethic; supporting those who have had a negative experience of conversion therapy; and finding contentment in singleness in your 40s. Below are suggestions of just some of the resources which provide more answers to these questions. Resources mentioned and related
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| Meet the Authors #6 - Jeanette Howard | 25 Mar 2021 | 00:29:38 | |
This week we're chatting with Jeanette Howard - author, speaker, gardener and pet-sitter. We explore her story of growing up with gender confusion, developing same-sex attraction and coming to faith in the 1980s through her then-girlfriend. She explains how she left a gay lifestyle behind and shares what has helped her to grow in her love of Jesus. She also challenges the church to support others like her by being real family to one another. We also talk about her latest writing project - Betrothed: Wooed By a Greater Love. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #5 - Vaughan Roberts | 11 Mar 2021 | 00:31:54 | |
In this episode, we’re talking to Vaughan Roberts. Vaughan is a pastor at St Ebbe’s Church Oxford, where he has been for 30 years. Here he shares his experiences of coming out as same-sex attracted and what he’s learned about sharing personal experiences with others. He explores whether it’s wise for all same-sex attracted Christians to come out, and some things to think about when we do share with others. We also discuss friendship and what Song of Songs can teach us about intimacy with Christ. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #4 - Sam Allberry | 25 Feb 2021 | 00:32:37 | |
In this episode, we’re talking to Sam Allberry who works as a pastor and an apologist, and was part of the team that founded Living Out. Here Sam talks to us about how the church is supporting same-sex attracted Christians, which bits of the Bible he focuses on when he teaches about sexuality and why it is a gospel issue. We also chat about his recent books about singleness and sexual ethics and explore themes of consent, Christian community and the purpose of marriage. Resources mentioned
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| Meet the Authors #3 - Dani Treweek | 04 Feb 2021 | 00:31:30 | |
In this episode, we’re talking to Dani Treweek who is the chair of singlemindedconference.com and has recently completed PhD research into a theological ethic of singleness. Dani explains about her research into singleness in the church and unpacks some of the issues that we all need to think about in order to value and include single people in church life. She talks about how we can learn from historical Christian thinking that challenges our contemporary cultural blind spots and leads us into a richer understanding of God’s design for singleness, marriage and our sexualities. Resources mentioned · On ‘Old Books’ and the Single Christian Life Dani Treweek · 7 Myths about Singleness Sam Allberry · Breaking the Marriage Idol: Reconstructing Our Cultural and Spiritual Norms Kutter Callaway | |||
| Meet the Authors #1 - Andrew Bunt | 07 Jan 2021 | 00:35:02 | |
For this episode, we’re chatting to Andrew Bunt. Andrew is part of the leadership team at King’s Church Hastings and Bexhill and is also a speaker and writer with Living Out. In this interview we explore his story as he sought to reconcile his faith and his sexuality. He covers coming out, forming views on what the Bible says about homosexuality, wrestling with the implications of biblical teaching, issues of identity and emotional dependency and advice on how we can do better to nuture godly intimacy. Resources mentioned
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| Your Questions on Experiencing Same-Sex Attraction (Your Questions #1) | 22 May 2025 | 00:32:45 | |
In the first of our series answering the questions our listeners have submitted, we’re thinking about experiencing same-sex attraction. How do we handle sexual temptation? How do keep trusting God if we have a deep but unfulfilled desire to be married? What are some of the gifts and blessings of being single and same-sex attracted? And much more! Resources mentioned and related
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| Series 12 Trailer: Your Questions | 08 May 2025 | 00:00:46 | |
We're back with a new series, and this time we're answering YOUR questions. You submitted so many good questions when we asked for them recently, that they've filled a whole series! We'll be chatting about everything from experiencing same-sex attraction, to evangelism and parenting. We're excited, and hope you are too! | |||
| Welcome to the Living Out Podcast! | 07 May 2025 | 00:00:48 | |
Welcome to the Living Out Podcast - helping people, churches and society talk about faith and sexuality. Join us to hear about life as a same-sex attracted or gay Christian, and God's good news on sexuality for every single one of us. | |||
| Talking with Friends (Some More) (Friendship #7) | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:31:45 | |
Let’s get practical: what does all this friendship stuff look like in real life? We’ve heard all sorts of wisdom from our guests in this series, on everything from how Jesus models friendship, to the need for vulnerability, and navigating change in friendships. In this final episode, we sit down with a couple more of our friends for a chat about what that’s looked like in our own lives. We pray you find it helpful! Resources mentioned and related
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| Challenges to Friendship (Friendship #6) | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:32:52 | |
Friendships bring with them all kinds of blessings, but how do we handle the challenges that also come with them? How should we respond to changes in circumstances, for example when friends move away? Being vulnerable is so important for building friendships, but isn’t it risky? And how can we speak and receive hard truths when we do things which hurt each other? We’re joined by Kevin Morris, host of the Professional Third Wheel podcast, to talk through some of the challenges of friendship and share our experience of how to navigate them. Resources mentioned and related
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| Strengthening Friendships (Friendship #5) | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:42:47 | |
For our very special 100th podcast episode, we’re joined by John Wyatt – author of Transforming Friendship – to talk about how we can foster healthy intergenerational friendships, what friendship looks like at different stages of life, and how we can go about strengthening existing friendships. There’s also the chance to enter our 100th podcast episode giveaway, and if you’re desperate to hear about Thomas the Tank Engine, The Musical, then we bring you good news of great joy: it made it into our first ever podcast episode, when we heard from our very own Andrew Bunt about his story of faith and sexuality. You can find the link for that and lots of other useful resources below. Resources mentioned and related
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| Talking with Friends (Friendship #4) | 13 Mar 2025 | 00:32:29 | |
So far in this series we’ve talked about why we need friendships and the difference Jesus makes to them, but what does that look like in reality? Adam and Ashleigh each sit down with a friend to talk about how their friendship has brought them closer to God and taught them more about him, and share their reflections on what has helped their friendships to thrive. Why not share this episode with a friend and let them know how much you appreciate them? Resources mentioned and related
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| Intimacy with Others (Exploring the Intimacy Deficit #4) | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:29:45 | |
Ed and Jo are joined by Jez Field to talk about intimacy with others. What are the catalysts for this kind of intimacy? What are some of the barriers to it? And do women need intimate friendships more than men do? Resources mentioned and related | |||
| Friendship and Intimacy (Friendship #3) | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:33:53 | |
Isn’t intimacy all about sex? How and why should we pursue intimacy in our friendships? We’re joined by Katherine (Kaleidoscope contributor and part of the Being Human team at the Evangelical Alliance) for a conversation about different kinds of intimacy, how we can practically cultivate deeper and more intimate friendships, and how to navigate some of the risks inherent to pursuing intimacy in friendships. Resources mentioned and related
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| Friendship and Jesus (Friendship #2) | 13 Feb 2025 | 00:31:55 | |
How does being friends with Jesus change the way we do friendship, with Christians and non-Christians? What are the most encouraging and challenging things about the friendship Jesus offers us? And how do we practically go about addressing the friendship deficit in our own lives, while having realistic expectations of ourselves and our friends? We’re joined by Vaughan Roberts for a challenging, encouraging and liberating conversation about the joys and limits of human friendship, and how knowing Jesus as our friend transforms our view of and approach to friendships. Vaughan is the rector of St Ebbe’s church in Oxford and author of True Friendship. Resources mentioned and related
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| Designed for Friendship (Friendship #1) | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:34:16 | |
How can we be friends with God? What does that actually look like in daily life? Does being friends with God mean we don't need human friends?
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| Series 11 Trailer: Friendship | 23 Jan 2025 | 00:00:56 | |
Friendship. We all need it, and it's especially valuable in making the single life plausible. But how do we do it well? How can we foster healthy intimacy in friendship? What example does Jesus give us? All this and more to come in our new podcast series - stay tuned! | |||
| Christmas Special 2024! | 19 Dec 2024 | 00:27:19 | |
Who’s the Tiny Tim of the Living Out staff team? And the Scrooge? How can we keep going as single people over Christmas and New Year, and look out for the single people around us? All this and more in our (slightly chaotic) podcast Christmas Special! Resources mentioned and related
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| Youth Pilot & Church Leaders (Kaleidoscope Specials #3) | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:30:19 | |
James, a youth leader and Kaleidoscope contributor, shares his experience of trying out the series with some of his youth group, including what they particularly enjoyed about the series. We also hear from Eleanor, who tells her story in episode 3 of Kaleidoscope, about some of the blessings of singleness, her reflections on how the Church has handled the wider issue of sexuality, and why she as a church leader is excited about Kaleidoscope. Finally, Adam tells us about his experience of faith and sexuality as a teenager, what’s changed in our culture and in the Church for young people growing up today, and what stands out to him about Kaleidoscope.
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| Hearing from Parents (Kaleidoscope Specials #2) | 21 Nov 2024 | 00:29:31 | |
We speak to two parents, Jo and Claire, about the world their children are growing up in and their experience of talking to them about sexuality, gender and faith. They share how their churches have tackled these issues so far, and why they’re excited about Kaleidoscope. We also hear from Sean – a parent, church leader, and someone who experiences same-sex attraction – about the difference Kaleidoscope would have made for him as a teenager and how he hopes it will help start good conversations on these big topics. | |||
| What & Why? (Kaleidoscope Specials #1) | 07 Nov 2024 | 00:35:14 | |
What is Kaleidoscope? Why have we made it? Andrew and Ashleigh, our Emerging Generations team, share their hopes for the series, and catch up with two of the people who contributed to it. Katherine tells us what conversations about sexuality were like for her growing up, and why she’s excited for Kaleidoscope giving space for more open conversations in churches. And Ben shares his thoughts on how we can have those conversations well, with some particular tips for youth leaders. | |||
| Nat and Matt: Mixed-Orientation Marriage (Different Stories #9) | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:33:15 | |
As a teenager, Nat was fascinated by God and got confirmed. But when she came out as a lesbian at 16, she was met with rejection from her peers and a Christian school teacher. At university, she joined the LGBT society and remained angry at God and at Christians for the way she’d been treated. But then she met Matt when she started working, and his reaction to her story was different. They tell the story of how they met, how Nat gave her life to Jesus, how they started dating, and share some of the benefits and challenges of their mixed-orientation marriage. Resources mentioned and related This episode contains a reference to self-harm. | |||
| Robert: Real Love (Different Stories #8) | 10 Oct 2024 | 00:34:06 | |
This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Sometimes God breaks into our lives in the most unlikely circumstances. Robert was sexually abused by a teacher at school, forced into becoming a Christian, and went on to marry a woman and lead a church – all while being same-sex attracted and not truly knowing Jesus. From there things fell apart, and Robert began living as an out gay man. Only later would he come to know the love of God for the first time, and give his life to Christ. Resources mentioned and related If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please reach out to someone you trust. In the UK, you can also contact Samaritans for support – call 116 123 free, 24 hours a day. Samaritans also provide a full list of organisations you can contact for advice on a range of issues, including abuse and mental health. You can find that here. | |||
| Intimacy with Yourself (Exploring the Intimacy Deficit #3) | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:32:40 | |
Intimacy with yourself – feeling comfortable in your own skin – being able to be honest with yourself about yourself. How do we grow in this? Isn’t it all a bit narcissistic and unChristian? How does it connect to intimacy with God and with others? Ed, Andrew and Jeanette talk it through. Resources mentioned and related
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| David: Radical Celibacy (Different Stories #7) | 26 Sep 2024 | 00:32:38 | |
As a gay teenager, David felt rejected by the Church and couldn’t see a plausible way for him to be a Christian. He became an activist set on destroying Christianity and opposing it at every turn. But his time at university found him looking for something deeper, eventually leading to an unlikely encounter with Jesus and the love of God.
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