Sonata Allison

The Parallel

Health EN ↓ 120 episodes

Safe spaces to talk about sexuality within the church building and in the community have been scarce for a long time. In this show we will speak about a wide range of topics having to do with Christian Sexuality, from a biblical perspective, that does not condemn you but inspires you to want to love Jesus well with the way you live out your sexuality.

Author

Sonata Allison

Category

Health

Podcast website

the-parallel.captivate.fm

Latest episode

Jun 18, 2024

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Episodes

69: Protect Your Heart 13.09.2022

Might there me more to "waiting" than just saving yourself sexually? The bible speak about guarding your heart and I think saving yourself emotionally is just as saving yourself sexually. Socials: @theparallelpod

68: FTL- Childlike Manny - Digital Design 06.09.2022

In this episode I speak to childlikemanny about his talent and how he uses it to honor the Lord but also about what he wished he knew sooner about christian sexuality. Follow HIM @childlikemanny

67: Designed For Pleasure 30.08.2022

Pleasure was God's intended design for his children, and the world we live in, but the devil delights in the confusion and warped understanding of that. Socials: @theparallelpod

66: Money Talk w. The Little CPA | Cherie 23.08.2022

Money issues are in the top 5 reasons that people get divorced and if you're wondering what this has to do with sexuality, when couples start to have conflicts, sex is one of the first things to go. Your relationship with money is an important topic to speak about before marriage, so let's talk about it. Video episode: https://youtu.be/7uCMlLDZgEI Cherie's socials: @thelittlecpa @theparallelpod

65: Playing Devil's Advocate 16.08.2022

Could you be playing a part in the role that temptation plays in your life? In today's episode, I speak about different areas to assess and some food for thought. Socials: @theparallelpod

64: Is Vulnerability Worth It? 09.08.2022

Is Vulnerability supposed to be scary? Does Every relationship have some level of hurt? Lets talk about it. Visual Episode: https://youtu.be/S-WKAkwtm3g Amanda's social: @theetherapistbae

63: Safe People 02.08.2022

I think naivety has caused a lot of Christians to enter into long term relationships prematurely but if you are mindful of these 5 standard you'll be better off. Also side note, I HIGHLY recommend pre-marital therapy. Socials: @theparallelpod

62: We Met IRL Speed Dating | Owner: Maxine 26.07.2022

Got to chat with Maxine who created "We Met IRL" a singles mixer made with POC in mind. We speak about the development of the idea, the christian mixer, and what to expect from @wemetirl Visual Episode: https://youtu.be/zslZ7dipEng

61: More Than A Man's Wife 19.07.2022

Are you forfeiting opportunities because you're fearful it will hinder you from finding your husband or just simply been too focused on finding a man that its become your main priority in life? Let's chat about it. Anonymous Question link - https://ngl.link/theparallelpod Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/natajoy95/featured

60: Single Fatherhood & Dating 12.07.2022

Dating can be hard in general so I imagine that being a single parent on top of that might add some difficulty. We speak about young fatherhood, premarital sex, and baby mothers. Visual: https://youtu.be/Qsh5uTeA0T4

59: Worship In The Bedroom 05.07.2022

I think if your view of worship is skewed it is way easier to compartmentalize your life and to misunderstand the blessing of sex in the correct context. Socials: Theparallelpod Visual epidodes : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvphOgFC60T4kBS-lNNDXiA

58: Sex & 12 Years Of Marriage | Beleaf + Yvette 28.06.2022

We spoke about how lack of sex education can effect marriage and also how there is always opportunity for growth. We discussed what a marriage needs to last...as well as a birthday massage video link: https://youtu.be/wDZaFhJhbJw Guests Socials: Beleaf in Fatherhood How Married Are You Email Blasts : Honor Self Beauty

57: God Is Still Good 21.06.2022

I think a lot of the time we get caught up in our lack that we forget that we still serve a God who provides for us in other ways and is always working everything for our good. Socials: @Theparallelpod

56: Does Abstaining Guarantee Marital Success? 14.06.2022

Some christians treat abstaining from sex as the key to a successful marriage but is there more that is required? Stay tuned. Video link: https://youtu.be/iiiG_xdBN-M Tik tok & Instagram : @Theparallelpod

55: Self-Discipline 07.06.2022

Sometimes being obedient can save you from a lot of heart ache. There is always room for grace but there is also always room for self-control. The parallel socials: @theparallelpod

54: Let's Talk About Male Survivors 31.05.2022

We spoke about sexual abuse from the male perspective and the role that advocates can play. You can join the survivors circle here : https://www.facebook.com/groups/survivorscircle/?ref=share Rich Griffis: https://www.crowned-life.com/ https://www.facebook.com/griffis336/ (or search Rich Griffis) De'Quon H. White - on Facebook Mentor & Writer - @Robertmarshalljr on social media

53: Should I Go To Therapy? 24.05.2022

When is it time to go to therapy and what can you expect? We discuss that in todays episode! Socials: @theparallelpod

52: Intimacy After the Baby 17.05.2022

Have you ever wondered what the conversation about sex and relationship looks like after having a baby? Tune in to this great conversation. Sex after the baby, reassurance in marriage, and healthy conversations video episode: https://youtu.be/q8uMD8SWpdM

51: Are You Emotionally Intelligent? 10.05.2022

Empathy is not the only important aspect to emotional intelligence. This episode speaks about the 4 factors to emotional intelligence. Book: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves Socials: @theparallelpod

50: Sexual/Relational Boundaries 03.05.2022

Did you know you are allowed to have sexual boundaries within your marriage and committed relationships as well? A lot of church rhetoric has taught that woman just have to give themselves to their husbands every desire and we'll talk about that in todays episode Socials: @theparallelpod

49: Good Boys Don't Cry 26.04.2022

Men are stuck between "don't cry" and "be more caring and vulnerable" and in this episode we speak about that dilemma, how we got here, and how men can navigate emotionality. Socials: @theparallelpod Youtube: The ParallelPod

48: The Unspoken Love Languages 19.04.2022

I love the 5 love languages but I think there are deeper love languages that speak to the heart of love more directly and allow for more productive conversations. Socials: @theparallelpod

47: Girls Watch Porn, Too? 12.04.2022

This is for all the woman struggling to overcome porn addiction. Hopefully, this will provide some clarity and a reminder that you are still loved in the midst of it. https://www.stormandarmor.com The Parallel socials: @theparallelpod

46: Nice Guys Should Finish Last 06.04.2022

Have you confused people pleasing with being "nice"? This thought process may be hindering your success in relationships. Socials: @theparallelpod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Theparallelpod

45: New Christian Dating Mixer| Iykyk.dating 29.03.2022

Have you ever wished that you can meet a Christian man in person but considering the odds of him just walking up to you in public slime to none, you've kind of given up on the whole idea? Well that's why I love the idea of IYKYK.Dating. Listen for more info. Socials: @IYKYK.dating

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