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#605 - Giving Thanks in the Hard SeasonsPrevious ArrowNext Arrow
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Testimonies

#605 - Giving Thanks in the Hard Seasons

Pure Life Ministries Podcast

This episode: In our special Thanksgiving edition, we'll talk with three staff members who fought for gratitude in the midst of trials.

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Place Your Hope in God's Faithfulness | Unveiling Yahweh Series by Patrick Hudson on 11/20/2024Previous ArrowNext Arrow
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Salvation

Place Your Hope in God's Faithfulness | Unveiling Yahweh Series

Patrick Hudson

In the 5th message of our Unveiling Yahweh series, we examine the Faithfulness of God and the response it should evoke in us.

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#603 - Pursue God's Kingdom, Not the American Dream | On the Same TeamPrevious ArrowNext Arrow
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Sexual Sin

#603 - Pursue God's Kingdom, Not the American Dream | On the Same Team

Pure Life Ministries Podcast

This episode: After Stephen and Jubilee ruined their lives in the pursuit of wealth, God gave them a new vision centered on His Kingdom.

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Salvation

Timeless Truths: We All Need Genuine Repentance

Guest Author

Timeless Truths: Genuine repentance and intimacy with Christ will prepare us for the searching light of Judgment Day.

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Fighting Against Pride: A Wife's Struggle

Articles

A betrayed wife will be tempted to act in ways that are inherently prideful. However, there is a way forward that avoids falling into sin.

Purity for Life Episode #423: Exposing the Pride that Seeks to be Top and Center

#423 - Exposing the Pride that Seeks to be Top and Center

Podcasts

The self-life loves to express itself. It has many faces, but leaves us blind to the way pride takes root in our hearts.

Purity for Life Episode #422: Exposing How Pride Takes Root in Our Hearts

#422 - Exposing How Pride Takes Root in Our Hearts

Podcasts

Once we see that our self-life is the root of all sin, it's time to dig a little deeper, looking at what allows pride to flourish and grow.

Man sitting with head in hands

Fighting Against Pride: A Sex Addict's Struggle

Articles

The root of sexual sin is a proud, self-centered and self-indulgent heart. We should attack that root with all our might.

Purity for Life Episode #421: Exposing the Root of all Sin

#421 - Exposing the Root of all Sin

Podcasts

A man’s sexual addiction is merely the symptom of a much deeper problem. This truth has forever shaped our work at Pure Life Ministries.

Purity for Life Episode #420: Not I, but Christ in Me

#420 - Not I, but Christ in Me

Podcasts

It is our continual testimony that God will transform anyone who will genuinely surrender to Christ and allow Him to live through them.

Purity for Life Episode #329: Vital Steps for Seeking Victory This Year (REPLAY)

#329 (REPLAY) - Vital Steps for Seeking Victory This Year

Podcasts

Instead of making resolutions year after year that never produce any fruit, let's find out what God says will produce lasting change.

Purity for Life Episode #419: Wives: Hold Fast to a Living Hope

#419 - Wives: Hold Fast to a Living Hope

Podcasts

A broken marriage is a serious storm for any woman. Faith, hope, and love anchor our souls to the Lord while the tempest rages around us.

Purity for Life Episode #418: Wives: Seek First a Better Love

#418 - Wives: Seek First a Better Love

Podcasts

For a wife to find her way through the devastation of a husband’s sin, she needs a deep understanding of the knowledge of God's love.

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Hold Fast to a Living Hope

Articles

A broken marriage is a serious storm for any woman. Faith, hope, and love anchor our souls to the Lord while the tempest rages around us.

Purity for Life Episode #417: Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 2)

#417 - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 2)

Podcasts

Welcome to ANOTHER Christmas episode of Purity for Life! We'll reflect again on the wonder of Jesus.

Ruled By God in the Inward Life by Steve Gallagher on 12/24/2020

Ruled By God in the Inward Life

Sermons

Inward submission to God is just as important as outward obedience. A lack of surrender inside will cause rebellion to grow in our hearts.

Purity for Life Episode #416: Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 1)

#416 - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 1)

Podcasts

Many things are tempting us to take our eyes off of Jesus this Christmas season. We'd like to help you put him at the center of your focus.

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Thankful to God

Articles

In a recent thanksgiving podcast, we asked several Pure Life staff and graduates to testify to the Lord's amazing goodness in their lives.

Purity for Life Episode #415: Wives: Stand Firm in the Faith

#415 - Wives: Stand Firm in the Faith

Podcasts

It is Kathy Gallagher's testimony that faith and trust in the Lord can carry a wife through even the most devastating circumstances.

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Testimonies of Freedom from Anxiety, Fear and Lust

Articles

Two of our staff members talk God's power to deliver. Michael–from anxiety and fear, and Luke from the bondage of sexual sin.

Purity for Life Episode #414: For Parents: You Must Have a Long-Term Mindset

#414 - For Parents: You Must Have a Long-Term Mindset

Podcasts

Reaping a good, spiritual harvest in your child's life requires years of hard work. But it's possible, and it's worth it.

Purity for Life Episode #413: For Parents: The Urgent Need for Biblical Fathers

#413 - For Parents: The Urgent Need for Biblical Fathers

Podcasts

In this episode, we focus on the biblical role of a father and how God's design is radically different than the one we see so often.

Purity for Life Episode #412: For He is Good and His Mercy is Forever

#412 - For He is Good and His Mercy is Forever

Podcasts

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We have so much to be grateful for, and that's what we'll talk about in this holiday episode.

Escaping the Corruption of Lust by Steve Gallagher on 11/20/21

Escaping the Corruption of Lust

Sermons

Lust corrupts and enslaves people. But God has given us precious promises that will enable us to escape the corruptions in this world.

Purity for Life Episode #411: For Parents: A Safe and Godly Home is Absolutely Necessary

#411 - For Parents: A Safe and Godly Home is Absolutely Necessary

Podcasts

The virus of sexual sin has infected our entire society. Creating a godly atmosphere in the home is key to the spiritual safety of our kids.

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Living in The Pure Life Ministries Atmosphere

Articles

The atmosphere on our Residential campus is clean–free of sensuality and worldliness. This makes it much easier for people to find freedom.

Purity for Life Episode #410: For Parents: What is Your Biblical Role?

#410 - For Parents: What is Your Biblical Role?

Podcasts

Many parents ask us, “What can I do to help my child overcome sexual sin?” But this begs a deeper question: what is the role of a parent?

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A Parent's Role in Helping their Child Battle Addiction

Articles

Biblical counselor Mark Shaw gives some scriptural advice to parents who are trying to disciple a child struggling with addiction.

Purity for Life Episode #409: For Parents: Understanding the Sexualized World Your Child Lives In

#409 - For Parents: Understanding the Sexualized World Your Child Lives In

Podcasts

For Parents: This series will offer advice to parents who are trying to disciple their children in this sexually charged culture.

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Saved through Poverty of Spirit

Articles

Brokenness is the mark of a heart that has had a true sight of the Cross and in God's mercy. It is the foundation of a true Christian life.

Purity for Life Episode #408: Lyndell's Story of Hope: An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 2)

#408 - An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 2) | Lyndell's Story of Hope

Podcasts

After years of living an outwardly good Christian life, Lyndell’s faith had crumbled, leaving her wide open to the devil’s lies.

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Why Did God let This Happen to Me?

Articles

Kathy helps answer the question any betrayed wife might be tempted to ask and helps us see the blessings that can come from life's trials.

Purity for Life Episode #407: Lyndell's Story of Hope: An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 1)

#407 - An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 1) | Lyndell's Story of Hope

Podcasts

Lyndell's testimony demonstrates how easy it is for temptation to creep in, but how God can use what the devil means for evil for good.

Purity for Life Episode #406: World of Lies: Eternity on the Line

#406 - World of Lies: Eternity on the Line

Podcasts

A sight of eternity will strengthen a saint of God through many trials and lead him to forsake earthly comforts for the reward of Heaven.

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Taste and See that God is Good

Articles

Glenn and Jessie Meldrum address new Christians as they discuss how prayer and Bible study are vital for a true, strong Christian life.

World of Lies: Eternity on the Line

World of Lies: Eternity on the Line

Short Videos

One day we all will stand before the judgement seat of God and the question presented to us shall be, "Are you standing in The Truth?"

Purity for Life Episode #405: World of Lies: The Painful Fight for Truth

#405 - World of Lies: The Painful Fight for Truth

Podcasts

The Truth of God is beautiful, yet its work in our lives is necessarily painful. But many joys await the one willing to embrace such truth.

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Biblical Forgiveness

Articles

The healing, restoration, and forgiveness we long for in our lives can only come to us as we see our deep need for God to renew our hearts.

Purity for Life Episode #404: World of Lies: Forsaking the Land of Deception

#404 - World of Lies: Forsaking the Land of Deception

Podcasts

If we have been living in a false form of Christianity, then we must choose to leave it behind and surrender to God's rule over our lives.

World of Lies: #9 World of Lies: The Painful Fight for Truth

World of Lies: The Painful Fight for Truth

Short Videos

Resisting deception in our lives involves fighting against our own flesh, because it is constantly seeking to agree with the lies around us.

Purity for Life Episode #403: World of Lies: The Father of Lies

#403 - World of Lies: The Father of Lies

Podcasts

Behind the world of lies is a wicked being in total opposition to God's character. His purpose is to mold us into his evil image.

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The Story of Dustin Renz (Part 2): Forsaking Hypocrisy

Articles

For 10 long years after his conversion Dustin lived a double life, a good Christian on the outside and an addict in secret.

World of Lies: #8 Forsaking the Land of Deception

World of Lies: Forsaking the Land of Deception

Short Videos

Every man and woman must make the choice to forsake the world's deceptive system and submit to live by God's standard of truth.

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The Story of Dustin Renz (Part 1): From Darkness to Light

Articles

Dustin came to Pure Life after years of slavery to the devil's will. His story will help you see the enemy's schemes in your own life.

Purity for Life Episode #402: World of Lies: A Gospel of Lies

#402 - World of Lies: A Gospel of Lies

Podcasts

Just 50 years ago America experienced great revival. But today, the church is riddled with deception. This presents us with a stark warning.

World of Lies: #7 Father of Lies

World of Lies: Father of Lies

Short Videos

Understanding the character and strategy of the devil will help believers to disentangle themselves from his wickedness and deception.

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How the American Church Lost Her First Love

Articles

The church has experienced times of revival and times of lukewarmness. Only a vibrant walk with Christ will keep us on the right path.

Purity for Life Episode #401: World of Lies: Deception.com

#401 - World of Lies: Deception.com

Podcasts

Modern life is reliant on technology. But this has opened the door to a world of lies which will influence us if we are not on guard.

World of Lies: #6 Gospel of Lies

World of Lies: Gospel of Lies

Short Videos

The message permeating much of modern Christianity matches the characteristics of the last days church described in Scripture.

Purity for Life Episode #400: World of Lies: The United States of Deception

#400 - World of Lies: The United States of Deception

Podcasts

The past 100 years of American history has led us away from our virtuous founding to a culture of selfishness and pride on a massive scale.

World of Lies: #5 Deception.com

World of Lies: Deception.com

Short Videos

Technology has given us access to an almost limitless information. But this has made us vulnerable to the influence of the world of lies.

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Hopelessness in the Life of the Sex Addict

Articles

Hopelessness can lead to self-pity and despair, which will stop us from finding victory and create a barrier between us and God.

World of Lies: Deceived About the Truth

#399 - World of Lies: Deceived About the Truth

Podcasts

Much of what the American church culture sees as truth is actually twisted by rampant, dangerous deception.

World of Lies: #4 The United States of Deception

World of Lies: The United States of Deception

Short Videos

The noble ideals of our nation's founding have given way to a selfish and prideful spirit which permeates every aspect of modern America.

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Religion Vs. Reality

Articles

We cannot measure our walk with God by looking at our outward performance. We must strive for a real encounter and relationship with God.

Purity for Life Episode #398: World of Lies: The Truth About Deception

#398 - World of Lies: The Truth About Deception

Podcasts

The sinful desires of our heart make us vulnerable to deception, but knowing what God desires will help prevent our caving in to lies.

World of Lies: #3 Deceived About the Truth

World of Lies: Deceived about the Truth

Short Videos

In the culture truth is relative. In the church abundant biblical knowledge is bearing little fruit. Our only hope is to hunger for Truth!

Purity for Life Episode #397: World of Lies: A Concealed Threat

#397 - World of Lies: A Concealed Threat

Podcasts

The lies of our culture can distract us and even make us cynical, which present a real threat for anyone seeking to overcome sexual sin.

World of Lies: #2 - The Truth about Deception

A World of Lies: The Truth About Deception

Short Videos

What is deception? How does it work? Why are we so prone to being deceived? The truth is more personal than we might expect.

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The Goal of Biblical Counsel

Articles

If a Christian has the right goal for counseling in mind, he will assuredly find victory over the problems in his life.

How to Help People in Sexual Sin

#328 (REPLAY) - How to Help People in Sexual Sin: A Roundtable for Leaders

Podcasts

Three Pure Life counselors explore the inner life of a sex addict and unpack three fundamental issues that contribute to his problems.

World of Lies: #1 A Concealed Threat

World of Lies: A Concealed Threat

Short Videos

Every lie and half-truth carries with it a hidden danger ready to steal, kill and destroy our life in God.

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The Methods of Biblical Counsel

Articles

To effectively help people we must understand the true nature of their problems and see that past experiences play only a part of addiction.

Shawn and Susan's Story of Hope: A Broken Marriage Restored

#396 - A Broken Marriage Restored | Shawn and Susan's Story of Hope

Podcasts

Through Pure Life Ministries, God brought Shawn and Susan through the most difficult period of their lives and gave them a joyful marriage.

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The Foundation of Biblical Counsel

Articles

The Word of God plays a critical role in helping people overcome their problems. But to be effective, it must be lived out by the counselor.

Purity for Life: Breaking Free from Satan's Will

Breaking Free from Satan's Will

Short Videos

Many believe they can live a Christian life while in habitual sin. This isn't true and there is a better way. They can live wholly for God!

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#395 - Hypocrites Go to Church Too

Podcasts

In this episode, we discuss the false religion that tempts all of us.

Purity for Life: How to Avoid the Trap of Self-Pity

How to Avoid the Trap of Self-Pity

Short Videos

Self-pity is a trap set out by the devil to discourage us from finding repentance, faith and salvation and we must avoid it at all costs.

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Help for Addicted Women: Find Freedom By Taking Responsibility

Articles

For women in sexual sin, having a trusted woman willing to speak into their lives and help her face the truth is a tremendous help.

Breaking Free from the Trap of Self-Pity

#394 - Breaking Free from the Trap of Self-Pity

Podcasts

Self-pity is an easy trap for those in habitual sin to fall into. But it is simply another lie keeping you away from real faith and victory.

Is Purity all that Matters in Christian Dating

#393 - Is Purity all that Matters in Christian Dating?

Podcasts

We look at how Christians should seek, not only to find a good spouse, but to please and honor God in this whole process.

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Help for Addicted Women: Paving the Way for Destruction

Articles

For a woman addicted to sexual sin, it is not just the action, but a complex chain of thoughts and emotions which she is falling victim to.

Navigating Painful Emotions in a Crisis

#392 - Navigating Painful Emotions in a Crisis

Podcasts

Kathy helps us understand how to deal with painful emotions biblically, and how to allow God to have His rightful place in our hearts.

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Help for Addicted Women: Heart Motives Behind the Sin

Articles

Kathy Gallagher helps us to understand the reasons that tempt women to become involved with pornography and other illicit sexual activities.

Leading Your Child Out of the Devil's Playground

#391 - Leading Your Child Out of the Devil's Playground

Podcasts

There are clear answers and spiritual principles that will help to to guide your child to victory over porn addiction.

The Cross Will Demand You Lay Your Life Down

#390 - The Cross Will Demand You Lay Your Life Down

Podcasts

A false gospel is being preached that rejects the cross, and so many in the church are unaware of what it really means to follow Jesus.

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Finding a Spouse after Sexual Sin

Articles

Before beginning to seek a spouse, the repentant sinner must ensure their hearts and minds are ready for the responsibility of marriage.

The Cross Will Demand You See Your Sin

#389 - The Cross Will Demand You See Your Sin

Podcasts

Without a realization of the depth of our sin before a holy God, we lack the strength to turn from our sins, and live in the power of God.

The Cross Will Demand the Death of Your Self-Life

#388 - The Cross Will Demand the Death of Your Self-Life

Podcasts

Anyone who wants to follow Jesus must be willing to die to a self-centered mindset. But learning to surrender brings deep transformation.

Have You Abandoned God to Pursue Pleasure

#387 - Have You Abandoned God to Pursue Pleasure?

Podcasts

The pursuit of pleasure and comfort leads many into sexual sin. But when the lust for pleasure is overcome, sexual sin’s hold is broken.

Ask the Counselor: How Do I Live in Freedom from Sexual Sin?

How Do I Live in Freedom from Sexual Sin?

Short Videos

We've been trained to want instant results, but that isn't God's way. It is crucial to maintain a long-term mindset when seeking victory.

The Power of the Spirit is the Death of Sexual Sin

#386 - The Power of the Spirit is the Death of Sexual Sin

Podcasts

Paul's words to the Romans are critical for a man seeking to overcome his sin. We discuss how to apply them so as to experience real change.

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The Message of the Cross

Articles

The lives of Peter and Judas paint two contrasting examples of how any of us can respond to the Message of the Cross.

The Right Way to Give Up

#385 - The Right Way to Give Up

Podcasts

Jesus has promised an abundant life to those who will put down the religious façade and confess the true condition of their hearts to God.

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Taking Responsibility for Our Sin

Articles

At the core, we want to give in to sin's enticement. Gaining victory first comes with taking responsibility for what's going on inside us.

The Separated Life

#384 - The Separated Life

Podcasts

God is calling us to separate ourselves from the world culture. But there are many things keeping God's people from a deeper walk with Him.

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Unhealthy Responses to a Husband's Sin

Articles

The depth of a woman's relationship with God will determine how she responds to the pain and difficulties that come from a broken marriage.

God's Unshakable Kingdom

#383 - God's Unshakable Kingdom

Podcasts

The Bible teaches that trials are a gift that will bring about good in our lives if we learn to put our hope in something unshakable.

Hold Fast to the Word of God

#382 - Hold Fast to the Word of God

Podcasts

In America, the Bible isn't outlawed, but its teaching is often discredited and perverted. This is leaving millions wide open to deception.

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How Do You Counsel a Leader in Sexual Sin?

Articles

All men need the salvation found in Jesus. A fallen leader can find the it too when he trades in religion for a relationship with Christ.

A Lifestyle of Obedience is a Lifestyle of Blessing

#381 - A Lifestyle of Obedience is a Lifestyle of Blessing

Podcasts

Obedience may seem like a list of rules, but when God tells us to obey Him, He’s inviting us to a life where we reap a wonderful harvest.

Faith is the Victory Over Sexual Addiction

#380 - Faith is the Victory Over Sexual Addiction

Podcasts

Even though faith is integral to Christianity, a man who only sees his past failure and sin may doubt what the Bible says about freedom.

Failure is Not Defeat in Your Battle With Sexual Sin

#379 - Failure is Not Defeat in Your Battle With Sexual Sin

Podcasts

The fight for freedom from sexual sin is often a long, drawn out battle. But it is worth it, and we must not grow discouraged along the way

Man carrying a cross

If Anyone Would Come After Me

Articles

If we are going to take up our cross, then we must deny ourselves. This means agreeing with what God says about the nature of our hearts.

Ask the Counselor: How Do I Respond if My Child is Viewing Pornography?

How Do I Respond if My Child is Viewing Pornography?

Short Videos

Following the principles laid out in Scripture will help you to disciple your child through their struggle and lead them to Christ!

The Spirit of the World Wants to Seduce You

#378 - The Spirit of the World Wants to Seduce You

Podcasts

Holiness is often dismissed by Christians as legalistic. Yet compromising with the world is a sure way to fall in to sexual temptation.

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The Second Temptation of Christ

Articles

As we examine how the devil tempted Christ, we find insights that will give men in sexual sin tools to battle their temptations and trials.

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The Connection Between Purity and Prayer

Articles

There is a direct correlation between the quality of one's prayer life and true freedom from sexual sin.

Temptation is a Winnable Battle

#377 - Temptation is a Winnable Battle

Podcasts

Temptation will come for a man seeking freedom from porn. But learning how to fight will defeat it and bring greater measures of freedom.

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Why a Devotional Life is Important

Articles

A vibrant walk with God requires daily time in the Word to help us combat the spiritual lethargy which we can so easily fall victim to.

To Win the Battle of Temptation You Must Have a Prayer Life

#376 - To Win the Battle of Temptation You Must Have a Prayer Life

Podcasts

Prayer is a vital aspect in overcoming porn addiction as it draws us deeper into relationship with God and aligns our hearts with His heart.

Scripture Will Restructure a Pornographic Mindset

#375 - Scripture Will Restructure a Pornographic Mindset

Podcasts

Even though pornography pollutes the thoughts of a sex addict, God promises that His Word has the power to purify our hearts and our minds.

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Why Fences Have to be in Place

Articles

Though our hearts must be set on a course striving to please God, there is biblical precedence for living in a way that avoids temptations.

Sacred Things: Leaving the Past Behind (Part 2)

Leaving the Past Behind (Part 2)

Short Videos

To leave the past behind a wife must find peace and hope in God. Then she will have strength to endure and even blessings amidst the pain.