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Strength In Weakness Podcast
by Questor Media
Welcome to The Strength In Weakness Podcast (Previously Home From Home). Hosted by the Staff of Strength In Weakness Ministries, this podcast is bridging the gap between the Christian & LGBT Communities.
Episodes
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Does Same-Sex Attraction Need to Be Confessed?
A Christian parent asked: does my teenager need to confess their same-sex attraction to the people they're studying the Bible with? Ellen and Morgan tackle this question with honesty and grace — making the key distinction between temptation and sin, why sharing our struggles with safe people…
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How to Keep Going When You're Running on Empty
In this episode of The Strength In Weakness Podcast, Ellen and Morgan both showed up to record this episode depleted. Instead of scrapping it, they decided to do something more valuable: be honest about it. What came out of that conversation is one of the most raw and relatable episodes they've...
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What Pride Month Really Reveals About Human Longing
In this episode of the Strength In Weakness Podcast, Ellen Radcliff, LMFT explores What Pride Month Really Reveals About Human Longing. Drawing from her own experience attending Pride events as a former lesbian, Ellen goes beyond the parades and rainbow flags to uncover the deeper story: a…
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Your Body Is NOT Spiritually Irrelevant
In this episode of The Strength in Weakness Podcast, Ellen Radcliff responds to a thoughtful youtube comment from a viewer who argued that we worship God in spirit — not with our bodies — and therefore bodily alignment with God's design isn't required. Ellen takes the comment seriously, honoring...
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What Is a Parent’s Role in Their Child’s Faith? (And What It’s NOT)
In this episode of the Strength & Weakness Podcast, hosts Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, and Morgan Roberts discuss one of the most important—and often misunderstood—questions for Christian parents: What is my role in my child’s faith journey? Drawing from real therapy experiences and personal parenting...
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From Transition to Transformation: Finding True Belonging in Christ
In this episode of the Strength and Weakness Podcast, hosts Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, and Morgan Roberts sit down with Kyla Gillespie, author of the new book "Transformed." Kyla shares a concise recap of her personal story—growing up in a Christian home, struggling with gender dysphoria and same-sex...
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Navigating Gender & LGBTQ Questions For Christian Parents
What do you do when your elementary-age child comes home with questions about gender identity, same-sex parents, or classmates who identify differently?In this episode of the Strength and Weakness Podcast, Morgan Roberts and Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, focus on how Christian parents can navigate...
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Is This The Hill I Want To Die On: Holding Truth Without Losing Relationship
In this episode of the Strength and Weakness Podcast, Morgan Roberts and Ellen Radcliff, LMFT, respond to a powerful question from a Christian parent of an LGBTQ child: “Is this the hill I should die on?” Together, they unpack what that question really means — fear, grief, love, and the longing…
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116. Understanding Special Needs & Gender Through God’s Heart
In this episode of the Strength In Weakness Podcast Morgan and Ellen step carefully and compassionately into a topic many Christian parents are quietly wrestling with: the overlap between autism and LGBTQ identification. With honesty, humility, and personal experience, they explore why autistic...
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115. Grafted In: Adoption, Identity, and the Heart of the Father
In this episode of The Strength In Weakness Podcast, Morgan and Ellen explore adoption through a deeply biblical lens—our own adoption into God’s family—and how that spiritual reality can shape the way parents walk with their adopted children through questions of identity and LGBTQ experiences....
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114. The Truth About Temptation
In this episode of the Strength & Weakness Podcast, hosts Guy Hammond and Davion Hambrick dive deep into the often-misunderstood topic of temptation. Is being tempted the same as sinning? Why does the Bible say even Jesus was tempted in every way? And could it be that temptation isn’t a…
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113. The Tragedy of Perfection
In this episode of the Strength In Weakness podcast, hosts Guy Hammond and Davion Hambrick kick off a brand-new series inspired by Guy’s book Tempt Away: How to Defeat Every Temptation in Under 60 Seconds. Together, they dive into one of the biggest struggles Christians face—the unrealistic...
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112. Supporting Friends God’s Way Through Hard Moments
In this episode of the Strength and Weakness Podcast, Ellen and Morgan continue their series on navigating life’s hardest conversations. Last week, they talked about how parents can respond when a child comes out. Today, they shift the perspective: what if it’s your friend who’s going through…
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111. Parenting & Ministry When Life Gets MESSY
What happens when your child comes out as LGBTQ+—and you’re serving in pastoral ministry? Whether you lead worship, oversee a small group, or serve full-time as a minister or missionary, this situation can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Ellen Radcliff and Morgan Roberts dive into the unique...
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110. Strength In Weakness - The Heart, History, and Hope of Our Ministry
In this special edition of the Strength and Weakness podcast, Morgan Roberts sits down with founder Guy Hammond and LMFT Ellen Radcliff for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about the ministry’s journey—past, present, and future. Together, they revisit the early days of Strength and...
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109. When the Plan Changes: Parenting Through Unexpected Transitions
In this episode of Strength in Weakness, Morgan and Ellen dive deep into the often-overlooked emotional terrain of family transitions. They unpack how families can walk through change—not around it—by embracing grief, cultivating reflection, and fostering connection. Whether you're grieving unmet...
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108. God's Plan & Purpose for Female Sexuality
How did God intend female sexuality to work—and why does it matter? In this episode of the Strength & Weakness Podcast, Morgan and Ellen explore female sexuality through a biblical lens, revealing how science, personal experience, and Scripture all point to a Creator who made women’s bodies and...
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107. Pride Month & The Christian Response (Part 2)
This episode is part 2 of this series. In this timely and honest episode of the Strength & Weakness podcast, Morgan and Ellen open up about the complexities many Christians face during Pride Month. With personal stories, theological insight, and practical wisdom, they explore questions like: Why…
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106. Pride Month & The Christian Response
In this timely and honest episode of the Strength & Weakness podcast, Morgan and Ellen open up about the complexities many Christians face during Pride Month. With personal stories, theological insight, and practical wisdom, they explore questions like: Why is Pride Month so divisive for...
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105. Did Paul Really Say That? - What the Bible Actually Says
In this wrap-up episode of our ongoing series on pro-gay theology, Guy and Davion take a deep dive into one of the most hotly debated passages in the New Testament — - Romans 1:26-27 -1 Corinthians 6 -Timothy 1 Together, they explore: The true context behind Paul's words in Romans Common...
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104. The Clobber Passages: What Does the Bible Really Say About Homosexuality?
In this episode of the Strength and Weakness podcast, Davion and Guy begin an honest and empathetic discussion around the controversial "clobber passages"—six key scriptures often cited in debates over homosexuality and Christian faith. They open by addressing Genesis 19 and the story of Sodom…
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103. Facing Fear With My Son’s Diagnosis: Processing Grief as a Christian Parent
In this episode of The Strength In Weakness Podcast, Ellen Radcliff invites her longtime friend, Laura Hammond to help her process one of the most tender years of her life — the journey of navigating her son Joel’s autism diagnosis. Together, they explore what it means to grieve as a parent, how...
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102. Your Children's Faith & Unmet Expectations
In this deeply personal and faith-filled episode, Ellen Radcliffe is joined by a very special guest—her mom—to talk through the quiet grief many Christian parents carry: unmet expectations. What do you do when the dreams you had for your child don’t come true? When the path you prayed they'd walk...
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101. Can You Be Gay and Christian? A Biblical Conversation on Faith & Sexuality
This episode is Part 4 of this series. In this episode of The Strength in Weakness Podcast, Guy & Davion dive into a challenging and often controversial topic: pro-gay theology. They explore common arguments presented by LGBTQ-affirming churches, discuss the biblical foundation for sexual ethics,...
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100. Navigating Pro-Gay Theology: Faith, Sexuality, and Truth
In this episode of The Strength in Weakness Podcast, Guy & Davion dive into a challenging and often controversial topic: pro-gay theology. They explore common arguments presented by LGBTQ-affirming churches, discuss the biblical foundation for sexual ethics, and reflect on their personal journeys...
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99. Rebuilding Trust With Your Teen
In this episode of The Strength In Weakness Podcast, Ellen & Morgan answer a question from a listener. "How do I rebuild trust with my teen after discovering a hidden same sex relationship?" This episode is a follow up conversation from our last episode, #98....
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98. Finding Rest in Chaos: Sabbath Shaping Parenting, Patience, & Grace
In this episode of The Strength In Weakness Podcast, Ellen & Morgan dive into the importance of Sabbath rest and its impact on navigating life's toughest moments—including parenting challenges, sexuality, and faith. They discuss: ✅How practicing Sabbath rest helps parents respond with wisdom &…
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97. (Part 2) What Is Pro Gay Theology
This is part 2 of the discussion with Guy and Davion embarking on a deep dive into the history of pro-gay theology within the Christian Church. They explore critical questions such as: What are the key arguments for and against it? When did these theological ideas start taking shape? Who were the...
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96. What Is Pro Gay Theology
In this episode, Guy and Davion embark on a deep dive into the history of pro-gay theology within the Christian Church. They explore critical questions such as: What are the key arguments for and against it? When did these theological ideas start taking shape? Who were the key figures behind the...
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95. (Part 2) The Divine Connection Between God & Femininity
This is part two of the discussion with Ellen & Morgan into the intricate relationship between our connection with God and our desire for the feminine archetype that he created. What does it mean to embrace the feminine in a way that reflects divine purpose? Join us as we explore themes of faith,...
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94. The Divine Connection Between God & Femininity
In this episode, Ellen & Morgan dive deep into the intricate relationship between our connection with God and our desire for the feminine archetype that he created. What does it mean to embrace the feminine in a way that reflects divine purpose? Join us as we explore themes of faith, identity…
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93. Understanding Healthy Boundaries in Faith
In this episode, Ellen & Morgan dive into a thought-provoking conversation about balancing compassion and conviction in the Christian walk. They explore how grief and the desire to alleviate others' pain often lead us to blur boundaries, and why surrendering that pain to God is key to maintaining...
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92. Temptation and Grace: Navigating Attraction and God’s Love
In this episode Ellen & Morgan tackle the complex and often misunderstood topic of attraction and how Christians can navigate temptation with grace, truth, and self-awareness. Starting with the question, "Should we fear temptation or lean into it to better understand our desires?" Morgan and…
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91. "Coming Out" To Spouse & Family
In this episode, Guy and Davion share candid insights into their experiences of sharing their same sex attraction with spouse & family. They share their approach to faith, sexual ethics, and romantic relationships. They reflect on the challenges and joys of building marriages rooted in faith,...
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90. Redefining Attraction: A Christian Perspective on Love
In this episode, Guy and Davion share candid insights into their experiences of sharing their same sex attraction with spouse & family. They share their approach to faith, sexual ethics, and romantic relationships. They reflect on the challenges and joys of building marriages rooted in faith,...
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89. Going Beyond "THE TALK": Guiding Your Kids Through Faith-Centered Sex Ed
In this episode Ellen Radcliff welcomes special guest Kristen Miele, the founder of Sex Ed Reclaimed, to discuss the vital role parents and the church play in teaching kids about sex, intimacy and love from a God-centered perspective. Kristin shares her journey of being called to this unique...
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88. Finding The Partner God Intended For You
In this episode, Guy and Davion share candid insights into their shared experiences as same-gender-attracted Christian men. They share their approach to faith, sexual ethics, and romantic relationships. They reflect on the challenges and joys of building marriages rooted in faith, despite…
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87. When Your Child Comes Out: Navigating Mistakes and Building Bridges of Forgiveness
In this episode, Ellen & Morgan dive into the sensitive journey of supporting your child when they come out. Ellen shares powerful insights on what to do when mistakes happen (because they inevitably will), and how to prioritize repair over perfection in the parent-child relationship. Together,...
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86: Navigating Conversations When a Friend Comes Out: A Christian Perspective
In this episode, Ellen & Morgan discuss an important and often challenging topic: how to respond when a friend comes out to you. Whether they share your Christian faith or not, navigating this moment with grace and understanding is essential. We'll explore how to approach this conversation...
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85. How Should Christians Debate?
In this episode, Guy and Davion discuss and role-play how Christians should approach conversations with people that they are in disagreement with when it comes to the topic of Biblical ethics. - How did Jesus treat those he disagreed with? - What can we do to become better listeners? - & how to...
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84. "Coming Out" For SSA Christians
In this episode, Guy & Davion discuss National Coming Out Day on Oct 11 in Canada. Join us as we explore our own "coming out" experiences and what we may have done differently if we had to do it again. Tune in to hear: - Advice on how Christians can "come out" - Who and when is right - How…
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83. Why Love and Sex Don't Always Align in Marriage
(Previously Home From Home) Welcome To The Strength In Weakness Podcast! In this episode, Ellen & Morgan discuss the profound connection between marriage and spiritual fulfillment. Join us as we explore how the sacred bond of marriage mirrors divine love and the ways it elevates personal growth,...
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82. A Dad's Perspective! (ft. Ellen's Dad)
In this episode, we discuss navigating your child's coming out from a Dad's perspective. Ellen finds out in an interview with her dad!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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81. Transgender Series — From Trans to Truth (ft. Kyla Gilespie)
In this episode, Ellen gets to know Kyla Gilespie. a former trans man who detransitioned after encountering Jesus!Find out more about Kyla: https://kylagillespie.com/kyla-gillespie...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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80. Trangender Series — Engaging in Conversation with Others!
In this episode, we discuss how to engage in conversation with trans people in our community, we also talk about the challenges in doing so!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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79. What is it really like to work with SIW? (ft. Davion and Kathy)
In this episode, we cover what it's like to be a part of the strength in weakness ministry, we talk about the high highs as well as the challenges that come along with serving this way!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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78. Trangender Series — What Does the Bible Say?
In this episode, we discuss what the bible says about the topic of transgender. We also talk about the difficulties of navigating cultural gender stereotypes!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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77. Transgender Series — Introduction and Key Terms!
In this episode, we discuss the topic of transgender and its key terms that are often used. We also discuss how challenging this topic is to navigate if we are not comfortable or familiar with it....Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us...
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76. Parenting Adult Children (ft. Ellen's Mom)
In this episode, we sit down with Ellen's mother and discuss the joys and pitfalls of parenting adult children!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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75. Parenting LGBTQ+ Kids (ft. Ellen's Mom)
In this episode, we sit down with my mother and discuss her advice for Christian parents of LGBTQ+ kids!...Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle.FRG4nV525xSViRet7...Email us at:[email protected]
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Welcome to The Strength In Weakness Podcast (Previously Home From Home). Hosted by the Staff of Strength In Weakness Ministries, this podcast is bridging the gap between the Christian & LGBT Communities.
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