Taboo Talk: Honest Confession and Vulnerability

There's power and healing in honest confession and vulnerability. Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson tackle this often-experienced but often-not-talked-about topic. They unpack how confession used to be a regular part of church but has declined and why being open about struggles with trusted people is essential for real healing and accountability. The discussion highlights practical steps for starting to be transparent, the need to choose safe and trustworthy people, and how honesty within a community builds trust and support. 

Pastor Mike also talks about his new book, "How to Talk Taboo: A Christian Guide to Honest Confession and Brave Confrontation." Find out how to get your copy at timeofgrace.org.

What is Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny?

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.

New episodes published every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday!

Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.

You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

Time of Grace exists to point people to what matters most: Jesus. Using a variety of media (television, radio, podcasts, print publications, and digital), Time of Grace teaches tough topics in an approachable and relatable way, accessible in multiple languages, making the Bible clear and understandable for those who need encouragement in their walks of faith and for those who don’t yet know Jesus at all. Learn more at timeofgrace.org.