Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast

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The Christ-Centered Sexuality Podcast is a formation-focused, pastoral expression of Christ-Centered Sexuality (CCS). In a cultural moment marked by confusion, fear, and polarization around sex, sexuality, gender, marriage, and singleness, many Christians feel caught between conviction and compassion. This podcast exists to form people within that tension—not inflame it—offering biblical clarity, thoughtful conversation, and pastoral wisdom to help you follow Jesus with courage, humility, and care. Welcome to the digital living room...pull up a chair. I’m really glad you’re here.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    When Your Body Becomes a Source of Grief

    A snowboarding crash left Garrett Morrison with no movement in his left arm, a severed artery, and just 15 minutes to live. Years later, he and his wife, Sarah, talk candidly with SJ about the long recovery, Sarah’s type 1 diabetes diagnosis in Uganda, and the grief that comes when your body no longer does what you need it to. They share how family, church community, and faith helped them face hard limits—and why sitting with someone in grief matters more than finding the perfect words. Along the way: a transplanted leg muscle that helped Garrett bend his elbow, the hope of resurrected bodies, and Sarah’s vivid picture of heaven: “I can eat the bread.” Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:Connect with Christ- Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  2. Oct 8

    Discipling Messy People: Making Room at the Table

    Discipleship isn’t a straight line—and people rarely change as quickly or neatly as we’d like. In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey Lautsbaugh, pastor of discipleship at Reality Church, to talk about what it means to walk faithfully with people through messy, slow, and sometimes backwards-looking growth. We talk about the difference between being present in someone’s transformation and trying to become the source of it, why relationship is the context for discipleship but the Holy Spirit is the one who changes hearts, and what it looks like to make room for people who have been hurt by the Church. From addiction and authenticity to LGBTQ+ experiences and my own journey of making Jesus—not “becoming straight”—the goal, this conversation is about learning to stay at the table, tell the truth, offer grace, and trust Jesus with the transformation. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes.Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:Reality Church Lancaster, PAConnect with Christ-Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  3. Sep 9

    From Isolation to Intimacy: Embracing God’s Design for Connection

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, hosts Sally Jo, Katie, and Dawn explore why community is essential to human well-being and sexuality. Drawing from biblical foundations, they discuss how humans are created for relationship, reflecting God's Trinitarian nature. The conversation highlights how shame disrupts connection and fuels isolation, particularly in individualistic Western culture. The guests share personal experiences of deep friendship, emphasizing that meaningful relationships require consistency, positivity, and vulnerability. They also distinguish healthy vulnerability from unhealthy oversharing, encouraging listeners to take ownership of their connections and reach out when struggling. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites: Ted Talk: Frientimacy w/ Shasta Nelson The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  4. Sep 2

    Choosing Faithfulness Instead of Chasing Perfection

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, hosts welcome Catherine Hughes, a ministry worker from Montana, to discuss faithfulness versus perfection. Together, they explore how perfectionism can manifest as legalism and fear, hindering genuine relationship with God. Kat shares personal insights about moving away from a transactional faith mindset toward trusting God's goodness. The conversation emphasizes that God's boundaries exist to protect and enable flourishing, not restrict. They conclude that true faithfulness means consistently moving forward imperfectly, embracing grace, and trusting God's character rather than striving for flawless performance. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes.Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:Bridgetown Church Soul Care by Rob Weimer G.K. Chesterton Augustine Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  5. Aug 26

    What Truly Defines Christianity in a World of Changing Beliefs?

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, host welcomes Dr. Mark and Nathan Hughes from the "You Are Here" podcast to discuss what makes Christianity distinct. They explore foundational doctrines, including belief in the Triune God, Christ's incarnation, and salvation as transformation from death to new life. The conversation addresses challenges posed by progressive and gay-affirming theologies, critiquing their departure from historic biblical truth. They emphasize the church's role in preserving authentic faith and suggest that demonstrating beauty through loving community remains Christianity's most compelling evangelistic witness today. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:You Are Here Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4jBABlCCANhdkDdcORgxMF?si=f06fbf1f083a4b43 Total Truth" by Nancy Pearcey The Patient Ferment of the Early Church by Alan Kreider Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  6. Aug 12

    Rewiring Desire: From Pornography Addiction to Passion for God

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, hosts Katie and SJ welcome their longtime friend Nathan to discuss desire from a Christian perspective. Nathan shares his personal journey overcoming pornography addiction, explaining that suppressing desire alone isn't effective. Instead, he emphasizes reforming desires by replacing harmful habits with healthy ones. The conversation critiques Enlightenment thinking for reducing humans to mere rational beings, arguing that Scripture presents humans as fundamentally desiring creatures made in the image of a loving God. Nathan encourages listeners to seek community, make intentional habit changes, and pursue holistic healing for lasting freedom. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites: You Are What You Love by James K. SmithThe Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggAtomic Habits by James ClearThe Sex Talk You Never Got by Sam GolemanThe Gift of Thorns by A.J. Swoboda Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  7. Aug 5

    How Can We Navigate Sexual Brokenness in a Fallen World?

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, the hosts explore sexual brokenness in a "Genesis three world," where sin has affected all of humanity. They challenge the church's harmful hierarchy of sin, particularly toward LGBTQ+ individuals, emphasizing that all sexual brokenness — including lust, pornography, and premarital sex — requires equal grace. The hosts encourage self-reflection, humility, and dependence on Christ through struggle, rather than seeking quick fixes. They call believers to become safe, compassionate people for others, reminding listeners that no sin is beyond God's redemptive power. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:Leviticus 18 and 20; 1st Thessalonians 4:3; Romans 2:4 Gregory Coles - Single Gay ChristianConnect with Christ-Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  8. Jul 29

    Understanding God's Design for Human Sexuality

    In this episode of the Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, hosts Katie and SJ explore God's design for human sexuality through a biblical lens. Rather than starting with Scripture's prohibitions, SJ encourages beginning with God's original "yes" in Genesis 1 and 2. Key topics include the theology of the body, humanity's creation in God's image, and marriage as a gospel metaphor. SJ explains why sexual intimacy belongs within the marriage covenant and addresses singleness as an equally valid calling. Throughout, the conversation emphasizes that faithful obedience to God's design leads to true flourishing, grounded in intimacy with Jesus. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites: Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  9. Jul 22

    Why Does God Care So Much About Human Sexuality?

    In this episode of The Christ Centered Sexuality Podcast, Katie and SJ explore why God cares about human sexuality. They discuss how Scripture frequently addresses sexuality through laws, boundaries, and stories like Joseph and David, revealing God's intentional design. The hosts emphasize that sexuality is a powerful gift pointing toward ultimate intimacy between Christ and the Church. Rather than focusing solely on restrictions, they highlight God's bigger vision: a love story beginning and ending with marriage. SJ also shares personal insights on pursuing intimacy with God as a single person, encouraging listeners to trust God's design for sexuality. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites:Laurie Krieg - Impossible Marriage; Hole in My Heart PodcastJuli Slattery - "The Gospel is Written on Our Bodies."; authenticintimacy.comChristopher West - "To Know What is Most Sacred, Look to What is Most Violently Profaned"; Theology of the Body Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality:Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  10. Jul 15

    Exploring Human Sexuality: Identity, Intimacy, and Wholeness in God’s Design

    In this episode, Katie and SJ explore the concept of human sexuality from a Christian theological perspective, emphasizing that it extends far beyond the physical act of sex. They discuss how sexuality encompasses identity, desire, intimacy, and embodiment as image-bearers of God. SJ shares personal experiences navigating same-sex attraction within faith, while both hosts highlight that sexual wholeness applies to everyone—married, single, or celibate. They conclude that human sexuality can be understood through four key theologies: body, marriage, sex, and singleness, all ultimately pointing toward intimacy with God. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links/Mentions/Books/Websites: Book: Rethinking Sexuality by Juli Slattery Book: Gay Girl Good God by Jackie Hill Perry Church Series (YouTube): Bridgetown Church "The Good News About our Bodies" w/ Tyler Staton Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  11. Jul 8

    Why Are Conversations About Sex So Difficult in the Church?

    In this episode of the Christ-Centered Sexuality podcast, hosts SJ and Katie explore why conversations about sex feel awkward, particularly within the church. They discuss how personal vulnerability, trauma, culture, and purity culture messaging contribute to the difficulty. Grounding their conversation in Scripture, they emphasize that sex is God's good design, intended for marriage and reflecting Christ's relationship with the church. They acknowledge that marriage and sexuality require honest, ongoing conversations, and encourage listeners to find trusted, Scripture-grounded people to open up to, while reminding them that only Jesus offers perfect love and acceptance. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links & Mentions: Frientimacy Ted Talk w/ Shasta Nelson: https://youtu.be/hmJyWreER7A?si=wf_NThscN56yTljP Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexualityQuestions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

  12. Jul 1

    Honest Conversations on Sex, Scripture, and Surrender: Starting the Dialogue

    Welcome to the Christ-Centered Sexuality Podcast. In this introductory podcast episode, host SJ explores human sexuality through a traditional, non-affirming Christian lens. Using striking statistics—like the $58 billion adult entertainment industry and alarming rates of sexual violence—SJ highlights sexuality's profound impact on humanity. Drawing from Genesis 1-3, SJ contrasts God's original design for sexuality with the brokenness introduced by the fall, arguing that true freedom comes through following Jesus and Scripture rather than cultural narratives. The episode sets the tone for an honest, respectful dialogue about navigating sexuality according to biblical teachings, promising future conversations covering topics like marriage, identity, desire, and singleness. Christ-Centered conversations on human sexuality, discipleship, and wholeness through a biblical Christian worldview—created to educate, equip, and encourage the Church. Some episodes may contain mature themes. Links & Mentions: Statistics on Human Sexuality: https://fightthenewdrug.org/ https://www.covenanteyes.com/ https://internetsafety101.org/ Scripture Mentions: Genesis chapters 1, 2 & 3 Resources Mentioned: G.K. Chesterton Bridgetown Church (Tyler Staton) - The Good News About our Bodies Series Connect with Christ-Centered Sexuality: Instagram: @christcenteredsexuality Questions, comments testimonies, or speaking inquiries: ccs@missionbuilders.org

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The Christ-Centered Sexuality Podcast is a formation-focused, pastoral expression of Christ-Centered Sexuality (CCS). In a cultural moment marked by confusion, fear, and polarization around sex, sexuality, gender, marriage, and singleness, many Christians feel caught between conviction and compassion. This podcast exists to form people within that tension—not inflame it—offering biblical clarity, thoughtful conversation, and pastoral wisdom to help you follow Jesus with courage, humility, and care. Welcome to the digital living room...pull up a chair. I’m really glad you’re here.

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