Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

When you're on the brink of divorce, could separation save your marriage? 
This week, Juli sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman to hear how intentional separation can be an act of love rather than a sign of giving up. You'll learn when separation may be appropriate, why outside counsel matters, and how hope can be rekindled (even in relationships that seem beyond repair).
Whether you're personally facing a difficult marriage or walking alongside someone who is, this conversation offers wisdom, practical guidance, and a reminder that God is always in the business of redemption.
Guest: Dr. Gary Chapman
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Follow-up Resources: 
Hot Topic Kit: Healing After an Affair
One More Try by Dr. Gary Chapman
Learn more about a marriage Intensive with Hope Restored
Video Q&A: How do I know if my spouse is repentant after a betrayal?
Video Q&A: How do I know if I'm in an emotionally abusive relationship or marriage?

Great sex doesn't happen by accident. 
It takes intentionality. This week, Juli shares four habits of couples who pursue sexual intimacy over a lifetime. From the busy years of raising children to the mundane of everyday life, navigating aging and redefining intimacy over time, they explore how you can pursue deeper connection through every stage of marriage.
Co-host: Hannah Nitz
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Follow-up Resources:
Cruise with Juli on the Love Like You Mean It Cruise! Save $600 per couple on regular cabins or $400 per couple on suites with code JAVAWITHJULI27.
Want to dig deeper? Check out our Hot Topic Kit: Building a Great Sex Life, or pick up a copy of God, Sex, and Your Marriage by Dr. Juli Slattery.
Video Q&A: We Have Sex Regularly, but My Husband Never Seems Satisfied. What Do I Do?
Video Q&A: Sex Has Never Been Pleasurable in Our Marriage. Should I Just Fake It?
Video Q&A: My spouse never wants to have sex. What do I do?
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Why does dating feel so much harder than it used to? Is marriage even still worth it? 
This week, Juli and Dr. Brad Wilcox dive into the realities of modern dating, offering practical advice for navigating relationships with wisdom and confidence. They discuss everything from fear of commitment and unrealistic expectations to the importance of community, character, and shared faith.
If you've ever wondered how to navigate today's dating culture, this conversation is for you. 
Guest: Dr. Brad Wilcox
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Follow-up Resources:
Hot Topic Kit: Healthy Dating & Boundaries
The National Marriage Project
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The language of sexuality is changing rapidly, and many parents, pastors, and mentors feel overwhelmed trying to keep up.
This week, Juli talks with Dr. Julia Sadusky about what's driving these changes, why so many young people are exploring new identity labels, and why you don't have to toss your convictions out the window in order to stay connected to your kids.
Guest: Dr. Julia Sadusky
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Follow-Up Resources:
Emerging Sexual Identities: Navigating the Landscape of Today's Youth by Dr. Mark Yarhouse and Dr. Julia Sadusky
When Your Adult Child Makes Sexual Choices You Don't Agree With by Juli Slattery (blog)
Help! I Know I Need to Talk to My Teenager About Sex, But How Do I Do It? by Juli Slattery (blog)
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What messages have you been told about your body and your sexuality? 
This week, Juli sits down with her friends Dawn Jones and Danisa Suarez for a candid conversation about the unique experiences of Black, Latino, and White women when it comes to the messages they received about their sexuality. They touch on topics like body image, beauty standards, shame, and the pressure women feel to either hide or flaunt their sexuality. 
Guests: Dawn Jones, LPC-S & Danisa Suarez, LPC, CST
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Dawn Jones' Practice: Legacy Counseling & Consulting
Jorge & Danisa Suarez's Practice: CCI Counseling
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