It's complex. You want influences that lead you to be closer to Jesus. But how can you share about Jesus if you're not even around non-Christians?

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

Dive into a candid conversation as Pastor Mike and Amber explore gambling and video gaming through a Christian lens, offering personal insights and biblical guidance on money, addiction, and stewardship. They highlight the balance between freedom and responsibility, stressing honesty and accountability. Pastor Mike and Amber help you to consider how these common activities affect faith, family, and community.

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

If God is powerful and he can change it, if God is all-knowing and he knows all about it, and if God is loving and cares about us, why do bad things happen?

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

Is it OK to enhance the body that God gave you?

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

Say something, and then do something. And approach this with the appropriate amount of empathy.

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

What do you do when you feel indifference toward a parent who's not part of your life?

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny

The Bible says pretty clearly not to put tattoo marks on your body . . . right?

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.

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.

Follow Pastor Mike on Instagram: @PastorMikeNovotny