Nothing Is Too Hard for God: A Raw Invitation to Rip Off Shame and Walk in Freedom

9 // Nothing Is Too Hard for God: Rip Off Shame + Find Freedom in The Collective [solo rip]

Shame will always whisper, “You're too far gone,” but God shouts, “Nothing is too hard for Me.” If you've felt like your story is too broken or your marriage too dry, this is your invitation to rip off the shame and walk in truth—because freedom starts with surrender.

When You’re Limping Through Marriage and No One Knows…

Let’s be real: some days feel too hard, too heavy, and too hopeless. Especially when it comes to intimacy, sex, and the parts of marriage no one’s talking about in Bible study. If you’ve ever thought:

• “Something’s missing in my marriage…”

• “I don’t even know how to want sex, let alone enjoy it.”

• “I’m too messed up from my past to be fully present now…”

Friend, you’re not alone—and you’re not too far gone. This isn’t just a podcast episode, this is a holy wake-up call. The kind that reminds you of one powerful truth:

“Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for Me?” — Jeremiah 32:27

Let That Sink In: Nothing Is Too Hard

That shame you carry like a second skin?
That disconnection in your marriage?
The trauma you’ve buried deep or the budget that feels impossible?

Not one of those things is too hard for God. Not a single one.

And if Jeremiah—imprisoned and surrounded by destruction—could believe that God still had a plan to restore what looked too far gone, then so can you. Because this isn’t about perfection, it’s about participation. It's about walking in the healing that only Jesus can bring—one surrendered step at a time.

Introducing: Rip It Off, The Collective

What started as a stirring in Michelle's heart has become a sacred space off social media, hosted on Voxer—a walkie-talkie style app where women can talk real about sex, shame, marriage, and intimacy.

Inside the Collective, You’ll Find:

• 🔥 Raw, voice-driven connection (anonymity-friendly but deeply personal)

• 🎙️ Episode deep dives with Q&As for deeper healing

• 💬 Safe space for real talk about the things most Christians shy away from

• 🙏 Prayer, encouragement, and community with women who get it

• 🫶 Ongoing support as you walk through your journey—not alone, but shoulder-to-shoulder

You’ll hear voices of women who are also limping, also healing, and also choosing to keep showing up.

Let’s Break This Down

Here’s your invitation to stop hiding:

• You’re not the only one who feels disconnected from your body or your spouse.

• You’re not the only one who wonders, “Will I ever want sex again?”

• You’re not the only one carrying sexual shame from the past.

💡 But you are one decision away from joining a space where healing gets real.

Takeaways to Tuck in Your Heart

• God’s not done with you. Not your story. Not your marriage. Not your healing.

• Healing isn’t a one-and-done. It’s a constant surrender.

• Community matters. Freedom is found in connection, not isolation.

• You’re not too late. You haven’t missed your shot at intimacy, wholeness, or love.

• Shame has no place here. Not with Jesus. Not in this Collective.

Ready to Rip Off the Shame?

It’s time to step out of hiding and into healing.

💌 Join Rip It Off: The Collective → bit.ly/ripitoffcollective
No pressure. No performance. Just presence. Just women walking together toward the God who makes all things possible.

“With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” — Matthew 19:26

Related Episodes & Resources

📖 Verse Study: Jeremiah 32:17 & 27, Isaiah 64:8, Matthew 19:26
📥 Free Resource: Download the “13 Types of Intimacy” PDF

Let’s surrender again today. Because the God of all flesh isn’t overwhelmed by your wounds—and He certainly isn’t finished writing your story.

Love you, friend. Let’s rip it off together. 💗

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When Sex Feels Like a Chore: How Christian Moms Can Reclaim Intimacy in the Chaos of Motherhood

8 // Why Christian Wives Feel Disconnected (and What No One's Saying About Sex) [ft Elyse Rooney]

Sex isn’t a chore—it’s a sacred connection. But when motherhood feels like survival mode, intimacy can quickly slide into the “leftovers” category. If you’ve ever felt like sex is just another box to check, this one’s for you.

Let’s Talk About the Unspoken: Sex and Seasons

We get it—marriage, motherhood, and sex are a whole lot messier than the church is talking about. As Elyse Rooney shared in this episode, the seasons of marriage change constantly. From honeymoon highs to toddler chaos, intimacy doesn’t always look like it did in year one—and that’s normal.

But here’s the truth: just because it’s normal doesn’t mean we settle for disconnection.

What the Church Isn’t Saying Loud Enough:

• Intimacy evolves with the seasons—and that's not a failure, it's growth.

• Sex isn’t just physical; it’s spiritual, emotional, and deeply bonding.

• Christian women need space to talk about desire, disconnection, and healing without shame.

When You’re Tired, Touched-Out, and Tempted to Tune Out

You love your husband. But when the laundry pile’s high, the kids are cranky, and your energy is gone by 8 p.m., sex can feel like a duty rather than a desire.

Real Talk From Elyse:

“I started seeing sex like a task—right up there with mopping floors. But God gently shifted my mindset: I don’t have to do this; I get to connect with my husband in a way no one else can.”

Oof. That hits. And it’s the shift we all need.

So How Do We Redirect When the Connection Feels Off?

Here’s the gold: Intimacy doesn’t just happen. It’s cultivated—often intentionally—in the small, unsexy, everyday moments.

5 Intentional Ways to Reignite Intimacy (Even With Little Kids):

• ✅ Schedule it. Yes, it sounds unromantic. But it works. Put it on the calendar, create margin, and protect that time.

• ✅ Shift your mindset. Move from obligation to opportunity. You get to love him in a way no one else can.

• ✅ Communicate openly. Be honest—even if you’re exhausted or unsure how to say it. Vulnerability is intimacy.

• ✅ Flirt and have fun. Remember what made you laugh together. Go to the park. Ride the “flying fox.” (Americans, think zip line!)

• ✅ Pray together. Spiritual intimacy builds the foundation for emotional and physical connection. Don’t skip it.

Affirming His Masculinity Isn’t Worldly—It’s Biblical

Let’s not forget: the enemy is after our husbands too. And when we hold back intimacy out of resentment, exhaustion, or silence, it lands as rejection—even if that’s not our intention.

You, dear sister, are the only one who can affirm your husband’s sexual masculinity in a godly, grace-filled way.

Let that sink in.

“I get to be the one who sees the softest, most vulnerable part of him. What a privilege.” — Elyse

Healing Shame and Embracing Connection

If sex has ever felt shameful, complicated, or emotionally loaded—you’re not alone. But you’re also not stuck. God designed this part of marriage for joy, pleasure, unity, and holiness.

You can heal. You can rebuild. You can grow in biblical intimacy, even in the chaos of motherhood.

Ready to Go Deeper? Grab the Freebie: "13 Types of Intimacy Every Christian Marriage Needs"

Don't let disconnection become your default. There’s more than just one way to connect with your husband—and this free resource will show you exactly how.

➡️ Download the “13 Types of Intimacy” Freebie Here

Links & Resources from This Episode

• 🎙 Christian Motherhood Conversations Podcast (formerly The Wholesome Mama Show)

• 📱 Follow Elyse Rooney on Instagram: @wholesomemama

• ❤️ Mentioned Resource: Francie Winslow, Heaven in Your Home Podcast

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Why Christian Women Are Done Being Silent About Sex (And You Should Be Too)

7 // The Good Girl’s Guide to Reclaiming Sex, Desire & The *M* Word [ft. Carlie Palmer-Webb]

We’ve spent decades whispering about something God called good. It’s time to rip off the shame, rewrite the narrative, and reclaim biblical intimacy without apology.

Let’s Talk About Sex—and Not in Whispers

You know that hush-hush vibe Christian women often carry when it comes to sex? Yeah, that needs to go. In this raw, real, and refreshingly honest episode of RIP IT OFF, Michelle Castro sits down with Carlie Palmer-Webb—aka The Christian Sex Educator—to unpack the shame, myths, and silence we've been handed…and why it’s time to trade them for truth.

Because here’s the deal: God didn’t design sex as a burden or a service. He designed it as a gift—pleasurable, connecting, sacred. And yet, so many Christian women feel disqualified from that joy because of what they weren’t taught (or what they were taught wrong).

Let’s change that. Today.

Meet Carlie Palmer-Webb: Breaking Silence with Holy Boldness

Carlie never planned to become a Christian sex educator. Like many of us, she grew up sheltered, with virtually no real sexual education—and zero context for pleasure or desire. But after diving into human development and sexuality studies, she couldn’t unsee what God was showing her: Christians are starving for truth in this area. So she’s answering the call.

Her mission? To provide shame-free sex education for Christians in every life stage—whether you're 19, 39, single, married, or figuring things out post-trauma.

Truth Bombs That Need to Be Heard

💥 Sex isn’t just for your husband.

The Church has often made women feel like sex is something we give to our husbands as an act of service—and that’s it. But God didn’t design it to be one-sided. He gave women bodies capable of immense pleasure (hello, clitoris with more nerve endings than the male counterpart!). That wasn’t an accident—it was on purpose, and it was called good.

💥 You don’t become “sexual” when you get married.

Sexuality isn’t a switch flipped on your wedding night. You’re a sexual being now, because God made you that way. Suppressing that truth creates shame. Embracing it—even in singleness—is part of understanding who you are and how God designed you.

💥 Lust and desire aren’t the same thing.

Desire is God-given. Lust is when we use that desire selfishly, without love or connection. The two are not synonymous—and confusing them leads to shame, guilt, and avoidance of something beautiful.

Let’s Talk About Masturbation (Yep, We’re Going There)

The Bible doesn’t directly talk about it, which means thoughtful, Spirit-led discernment is essential. Carlie and Michelle both lean toward this truth: sex is designed to be relational, not solo. That said, shame-free exploration—especially in marriage—can be incredibly helpful for women learning what brings them pleasure.

And let’s be real: if a tool like a vibrator helps you experience more connection and joy with your spouse? That’s not taboo. That’s wisdom. It’s all about your heart.

How to Embrace Your Sexuality as a Christian Woman

Carlie offers a helpful reframe: embracing your sexuality is a lot like embracing any God-given gift. It starts with gratitude, grows through learning, and shines when it's used in alignment with God’s purposes.

You don’t have to prove your sexuality to anyone. You don’t have to dress a certain way. You don’t have to flaunt anything.

You can learn, heal, grow, and connect in ways that are deeply modest and deeply holy—all at the same time.

Let’s Be Clear About the Real Enemy

Sex is good. God said so. But the enemy loves to twist what’s holy into something shameful. If he can wedge division between you and your husband in the bedroom, he’s already halfway to destroying your marriage.

You’re not imagining it—there is a spiritual battle happening. But the One who created sex is bigger than the one who wants to distort it. And He’s inviting you to come back to His design, with open hands and an open heart.

Key Takeaways:

• Sex isn’t a man’s reward—it’s mutual, beautiful, and meant for both.

• You are a sexual being before marriage, and that’s not sinful—it’s divine design.

• Understanding the difference between lust and desire is crucial to healing shame.

• Masturbation requires prayerful discernment—but shame has no place in the conversation.

• Vibrators, tools, and exploration can be incredible assets in marriage when used for connection, not escape.

• There is no part of your sexuality that God is afraid to talk about with you.

💌 Want to Deepen Intimacy in Every Area of Your Marriage?

Download our free guide:
👉 13 Types of Intimacy Every Christian Couple Needs
It’s not just about sex—it’s about connection, healing, and getting back to us.

🎧 Resources & Episode Links:

• Visit Carlie’s site: TheChristianSexEducator.com

• Follow Carlie on Instagram: @thechristiansexeducator

• Listen to this episode on: RIP IT OFF Podcast

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