Welcome to the last episode of 2024! Join the Penners in their discussion about their childhood traditions, what's carried through to their own marriage traditions, and a conversation about grief.

Today, Derek opens up a little more about how his second marriage ended (during the Christmas Season), and Julia speaks to those who have lost loved ones. Join the discussion today.

Community Questions:
1) Are there things that cause the "grief button" to "hit the walls" this time of year for you?
2) What are your favorite Christmas Memories?
3) Is there someone you could reach out to today to let them know you are thinking of them during this potentially heavy season?

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In today's episode, the Penners jump into a heavy conversation: what does it look like to walk through hurt in relationships? How do you know when it's time to walk away? How do you confront someone who has hurt you but doesn't see the harm they've done? And of course, examples from scipture.

The Penners get personal, talking about examples from close friendships, family struggles and situations, while also digging into the true context of some key scriptures people use in situations like these.

Join the Conversation with these Community Questions:
1) Do you have an example that comes to mind of being hurt and do you think you handled it appropriately, or did your emotions take over?
2) What are some ways you can set yourself up for success next time a situation arises?
3) Do you find forgiveness an easy thing to give, or is this something that could be worked on in yourself?

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Join in the conversation this week as The Penners break down their own lived experience when it comes to being hurt by the Church, being surrounded by the Church and what it really looks like to be loved well by the Church. On today's epsidode they answer questions about Megachurches, House Churches, and everything in between, including what Acts has to say about how Church started.

We'd love to hear from you: thoughts on today's episode, questions to answer next time, prayer requetsts, or ideas for new episodes... whatever you have to say, we are here for it!

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Community Questions:
1) Have you been hurt by the Church? Did it affect your faith?
2) What do you think of Megachurches? What do you think of House Churches? Have you ever been to either?
3) What would you say to someone who has been hurt by the Church?
4) What do you think you could personally do better, when it comes to being the Church?

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Ever feel unheard by God? Like you are speaking into the void when you pray? Us too. Join the Penners today for a conversation you won't want to miss.


Community Questions:
1) Have you ever felt unheard or unanswered by God? Talk about the situation and if it ever felt resolved or if you are still in the waiting.

2) Take time to pray together, or alone... maybe it's time to pray a 'dangerous' prayer.

Todays Resources:

"Dangerous Prayers" by Craig Groeschel

"A More Christlike God" by Brad Jersak

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Join the Penners as they deep dive into scripture today! Many people today believe women should not be in ministry, and if they can be...well, it should only be in Children's Ministry or Womens' Ministry. Today on "Coffee With The Penners," they dive into the scriptures that people pull this idea from, what the text actually says in its original context, and together answer the question "Should women be allowed in ministry?".

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Community Questions:

1) What did you grow up believing or learning about women working in ministry?
2) What are your thoughts on it today?
3) How often do you see women leading, and do you think anything needs to change, or do you think things are good the way they are in your community?

Consent, beginning a relationship with someone who has past sexual trauma, the "orgasm gap," and more... let's talk about it! In this episode of "Coffee With The Penners," Julia & Derek continue the converstaion from last week, exploring many topics surrounding sex and how to get to the good part when SA is in the rearview mirror.

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Todays Community Questions:
*Intended for Partner Communication*

1) Have you ever felt like you need to stop in the middle of sex, and were you free to do so? Why or why not?

2) Do you think we as a couple or individually should see a therapist to work through something in this area?

3) What were you taught in church about sex, and was it helpful or hurtful? How will you change the converstaion if/when the time comes to talk to your kids about it?

**Please pray about whether or not this episode is good for you to listen to today or not. In this episode we discuss Rape, Marital Rape, Reporting Rape and Abuse, as well as living through a situation that is unhealthy and abusive**

Join the Penners as they open their books up about sex and their past sexual experiences. A sexless marriage, marital rape, and losing your sex drive are all topics discussed on today's episode all about Sex.

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Resources Named:
"The Great Sex Rescue" by Sheila Wray Gregoire

"She Deserves Better" by Sheila Wray Gregoire

Healthy Sex Teachings Rubric

Today's Community Questions:
*Intended for partner communication*

1) How do you feel about our current sex life? What's good, what could improve, is it overall healthy or unhealthy?

2) Is there anything in your past that might be making sex difficult (abuse or other things)? Is there anything I should be aware of so WE can work together on a healthier sex life for both of us?

3) Talk about the best sex you've had together and why it was the best!

Taking questions from you, the listener, the Penners sit down and take time to answer a few questions that have rolled in incluidng questions like "What is God teaching your right now?", "What does this passage of scripture really mean?", and "What are 3 things you are actively doing differently in this marriage than your first marriages?" Tune in for a great conversation.

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Resources:

Sabbath Podcast by John Mark Comer Teaching Podcast on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2eckgoaQ1yUUL0bpgDqSWj?si=d73c32cceec541d3