SummaryIn this episode of the Gird Up Podcast, host Charlie Ungemach interviews Ashley Fritz, a landscape architect and worship coordinator, about her journey of faith, experiences in a secular university, and the importance of community and genuine friendships. They discuss the challenges women face in the church, the significance of making faith personal, and the dynamics of dating in a Christian context. Ashley shares her insights on navigating peer pressure, building supportive relationships, and the evolving role of women in the church. In this conversation, Ashley Fritz and Charlie Ungemach explore the complexities of faith, relationships, and personal growth within the context of Christian values. They discuss the importance of being upfront about beliefs in dating, the value of being single, and the challenges young women face in the church. The conversation also touches on the state of young men in the church, the impact of societal norms on sexuality, and the significance of landscape architecture as a means to connect with God's creation. Throughout, they emphasize the importance of mentorship, community, and understanding one's purpose in life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Gird Up Podcast and Support04:14 Staying Involved in Faith Post-College08:54 Navigating the Party Culture at University14:33 Building a Supportive Community in College17:19 Preparing for Temptations and Challenges20:07 Evangelism and Outreach in a Secular Environment23:07 The Importance of Approach in Conversations24:56 Reflections on Conversations with Different Beliefs25:58 The Importance of Speaking Truth27:45 Searching for Identity and Belonging28:10 The Depth of True Christian Friendships30:19 Navigating New Friendships in a New Place32:14 The Role of Faith in Friendships33:36 Choosing Friends Wisely36:51 Creating a Culture of Meaningful Conversations38:14 The Decline of Young Women in Church41:29 Understanding Gender Roles in the Church43:57 Ensuring Women Feel Valued in Church45:45 The Experience of Being Heard in Church47:31 Dating as a Single Woman in the Church52:59 Navigating Faith and Relationships56:18 The Freedom of Singleness vs. Desire for Family59:07 The Value of Being Single in God's Kingdom01:01:48 Cultural Influences on Women's Value01:05:23 The State of Young Men in the Church01:12:05 Challenges of Sexuality in Christian Dating01:17:02 The Importance of Respect and Understanding Past Mistakes01:20:17 Healing and Forgiveness in the Context of Sexuality01:24:42 The Journey into Landscape Architecture01:28:37 The Connection Between Nature and Human Well-being01:33:57 Designing with Purpose: Understanding Creation01:39:21 Natural Living and the Return to SimplicityAshley's Links:https://www.instagram.com/refugeraleigh?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.instagram.com/ash.monette/https://www.instagram.com/ash.monette/Gird Up Links:https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=tbCa0SOiluVl8UFxhttps://www.instagram.com/girdup_be_a_man/https://www.girdupministries.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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