Church Culture, Singleness, & Contentment | Ryan Wekenman | Episode 293

The Speakeasy

The Girl Named Blake

Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

4.8 • 3.3K Ratings

🗓️ 3 April 2024

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

Storyteller, pastor and podcaster, Ryan Wekenman joins Blake to discuss the topic of singleness, exploring its nuances and challenges. They reflect on societal pressures surrounding marriage, particularly prevalent in certain cultural and religious contexts. The conversation highlights the need for a shift in mindset within the church to value singleness as a valid life path, while also addressing the complexities of navigating relationships and sexual ethics. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, they emphasize the importance of embracing both grace and truth in discussions about singleness and sexuality, ultimately advocating for a more inclusive and understanding approach within Christian communities.

In this episode, you’ll be able to:

Gain insights into the complexities of singleness, particularly within the context of Christian communities
Navigate challenges related to relationships, societal expectations, and sexual ethics
Learn about the need for a shift in mindset within the church to value singleness as a valid life path

To connect with Ryan:

Website: ryanwekenman.com

Instagram: @ryanwekenman

Transcript

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1:12.5	Thanks for listening.
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1:14.7	Welcome back to another episode of Confessions of a Crappy Christian, a
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1:30.2	and every week I get to have the coolest conversations with incredible people
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