.jpg)
Cries Of Redemption
Cries of Redemption is a faith-based podcast dedicated to breaking the silence around trauma, abuse, and deep emotional pain. Hosted by Janelle Starkey, a survivor and advocate, this podcast invites you into raw, honest conversations about healing, redemption, and the power of speaking truth. Each episode blends personal storytelling, biblical encouragement, and practical steps toward healing for those who feel forgotten, unloved, or broken. Whether you’ve walked through trauma or are supporting someone who has, you are welcome here. There is still hope. There is still healing. And you are deeply and unconditionally loved.
Cries Of Redemption
The Most Offensive Word Today: Sin - Gender Change
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
In this episode, I continue the The Most Offensive Word Today: Sin series by discussing one of the most sensitive and controversial topics in our culture today: gender change.
I share my own childhood experiences and the thoughts that led me to desire a different gender growing up. At the same time, I recognize that not everyone who struggles with gender identity or experiences gender dysphoria has endured a traumatic or painful past. Every person's story is unique, and reducing complex struggles to simple explanations often does more harm than good.
I also discuss some of the common responses people experiencing gender dysphoria hear from Christian communities—responses that are often well-intended but can leave individuals feeling misunderstood, isolated, or unseen. Too often, we focus on behaviors and outcomes while neglecting the deeper wounds, questions, and struggles that may exist underneath.
If we truly want to help people, we have to be willing to go beyond surface-level answers and get to the root of the issue. This episode is an invitation to approach difficult conversations with both truth and compassion, remembering that every person is more than the struggle they face.
Join me as we explore these topics honestly, challenge assumptions, and seek to better understand the hearts of those who are hurting.
🎧 Want to reach out? I’d love to hear from you.
🎙 Speak Your Heart
I want to hear your testimony, your questions, or anything you’ve been holding in.
This space is safe, and I’m listening. 💚
You can contact me by:
Email:
💌 prayer@criesofredemption.com for prayer requests
📝 mystory@criesofredemption.com if you’d like to share your testimony
📩 contact@criesofredemption.com for all other messages
Social Media:
📱 Twitter (X) @shoutredemption, and Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube — just search Cries of Redemption
And of course, you can find Cries of Redemption on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms.
This podcast reflects my own experiences and beliefs. It is not affiliated with my place of work, my church, or any other institution. All content is shared with the intention of inspiring hope, healing, and faith-based reflection.
Mental Health & Crisis Resources to Include:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.) – Dial 988
- RAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline) – 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or www.rainn.org
- Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 (Free 24/7 support)
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support) – Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
- Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com