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What if empathy isn't a threat to truth—but a sign of spiritual maturity?

In this soul-searching and challenging episode, Tammy and Laura unpack the growing resistance to empathy within parts of the evangelical church. From claims that empathy is “selective” or “a sin” to the fear that it invites moral relativism, we explore how empathy connects directly to the fruit of the Spirit—even if it’s not explicitly named.

Together, we push back on the false choice between empathy and conviction, showing how spiritual depth lives in the tension of love, humility, and nuance.

We also dive into:

Why some fear the "gray areas" of theology

How empathy is weaponized or suppressed in political agendas

The danger of certainty and the beauty of spiritual humility

The role of curiosity in building authentic faith

Why asking questions doesn’t make you less Christian—it makes you more like Christ

This episode is an invitation to step into the gray, listen deeply, and rethink what we’ve been told about being right.

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In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Laura & Tammy dive into how theology, church history, and cultural norms have shaped—and too often limited—our understanding of women's roles, worth, and autonomy. Drawing insight from The Making of Biblical Womanhood by Beth Allison Barr and The Patriarchy Stress Disorder by Dr. Valerie Rein, she challenges long-standing narratives that have painted women as less than, or even "deformed males," and invites us to reconsider what it truly means to be made in the image of God.

They also open up a meaningful conversation about how the church talks about sex—or avoids it—and offers a compelling case for addressing sexuality with honesty, dignity, and without shame. Through a surprising story from “Sex Camp” and honest reflection on relationships, gender, and faith, this episode calls us back to a fuller, richer vision of humanity rooted in love, equality, and divine calling.

If you’ve ever felt tension between your faith and your identity as a woman—or want to explore healthier ways the church can talk about gender and sexuality—this episode is for you.

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“Let’s talk about sex… and the church.”

This week on Untangling Faith, Tammy and Laura dive deep into one of the most loaded, controversial, and misunderstood topics in Christian culture: sex.

👉 Why has the church been obsessed with controlling sexual behavior—but only certain people's?
👉 What happens when purity culture shames girls, excuses boys, and leaves everyone confused?
👉 How do unhealthy teachings about sex ripple out into silence, exploitation, and even abuse?

Pulling from personal experience, cultural observations, and real spiritual wrestling, this episode is an honest, grace-filled look at what happens when faith, sexuality, and control collide. And yes—we still find space to laugh in the middle of it.

🔍 Topics we untangle:

Purity culture, double standards & "damaged goods" theology

Christian conferences & hotel porn stats (yep, we went there)

The rise of accountability partners (for just one issue...)

Sex as sacred: pleasure, intimacy & design

Why some traditions are more vulnerable to scandal—and what that says about us

Learning to trust our bodies, our desires, and our Creator again

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