#
/
#
#605 - Giving Thanks in the Hard SeasonsPrevious ArrowNext Arrow
Podcasts
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.

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

#
/
#
#603 - Pursue God's Kingdom, Not the American Dream | On the Same TeamPrevious ArrowNext Arrow
Podcasts
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.

#
/
#
Man seeking the LordPrevious ArrowNext Arrow
Articles
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.

All Posts

Girl in shorts sitting with her hands in front of her

How Women Encourage Sexual Sin in the Church

Articles

Dear sisters in Christ, please be aware. If you're not careful, you may unwittingly contribute to the sexual sin issue in the Church.

Beautiful mountain lake

God is Working for You Behind the Scenes

Articles

God has been deeply involved with your life since your birth. You have been the focus of an immense heavenly operation for many years.

Man looking at a lake

How to Minister to the Sex Addict

Articles

Because we all know situations where the consequences of sexual sin is wreaking havoc on people's lives, we need to be equipped to minister.

A light bulb

A Simple Solution to Overcome Addiction

Articles

What about the believer who cannot seem to stop his sinful behavior? If he is truly a child of God, why is real victory so elusive?

Man sitting on a log in the snow

The Christmas that God Saved My Life

Articles

Suddenly I started crying my eyes out, confessing things about myself I wasn't even aware of. To this day I don't remember how it started.

Roots of trees on the side of a pathway

The Roots of Addiction

Articles

Addiction is voluntary slavery—against God. In other words, it is not just between us and what we desire, but between us and God.

Man writing with pen in notebook

Are the Consequences of Sexual Sin Worse?

Articles

Scripturally, is there a greater significance or consequence to sexual sin than there is to other sinful activities?

Vacant room with messy bedding.

3 Ways to Stay in Sexual Sin

Articles

Hypothetically, if someone were to ask advice on how to stay in sin and still be considered a Christian, this is what I would tell them.

Man standing on cliff top with outstretched arms

There is an Offer of Victory Available to All

Articles

Victory over sin comes through the joint effort of God and the believer. The power of grace is available to all who appropriate it.

Woman with phone in hand ready to dial number

How a Phone Call Can Help a Hurting Wife

Articles

My heart can be heavy after speaking with hurting wives. “What do I tell her, Lord?” I pray. “What can I say that will really help?”

Rainbow colored cross.

The Cultural Phenomenon of Homosexual Christianity

Articles

The idea of homosexual Christianity has gained credibility and legitimacy by making inroads into mainline denominations.

Man staring at the cross.

From a Former Addict to a Modern-Day Martyr

Articles

An intense love for God is the only thing that will replace the love of sin.

Woman standing on the ocean shoreline.

A First Step in Helping Your Struggling Husband

Articles

When my husband's sexual sin came to light, I felt like my whole world had come crashing down in an instant.

Stack of books other than the Bible.

Is This Really the Best We have to Offer?

Articles

With God's word, His presence, and the cross, we have so much to offer those who are struggling, so why would we turn to the world for help?

Black & white image of a man and woman facing opposite directions.

3 Ways to Fight for a Lust-Free Mind

Articles

A lustful thought is like a torpedo, cruising silently under the water, toward our ship. Unless we take immediate action, we're in trouble.

Water pouring out of cupped hands to cleanse the body from sin

Jesus Wants to Cleanse Your Body and Soul

Articles

While most Christians only need to have their hearts cleansed by the blood of Christ, there are some who need to have their bodies washed.

Sun shining through the trees reminding one of God's presence in the middle of temptations that would block Him out

Is God’s Grace Enough to Cover My Addiction?

Articles

The grace of God is not an excuse to remain in one’s sin. It is the way out of addiction.

two women holding hands

What Jesus Says About Homosexuality

Articles

Did Jesus ever say that the practice of homosexuality was a sin? Absolutely, He did!

sailboat surrounded by water

How Pornography is Affecting More than Just You

Articles

There are two ways a person affects other people when they view pornography. The first is direct, the second is indirect.

Church altar

What Sex Addicts and Pharisees Have in Common

Articles

Despite the fact that the tassels and phylacteries have long since gone by the wayside, the spirit of Phariseeism remains alive and well.

black and white photo of man standing in lake

Recognizing Godly Sorrow vs Worldly Sorrow

Articles

One sorrow cares only about the personal cost of sin. The other cares about the offense to God and the impact on other people.

American flag hanging on telephone pole

Can the United States Still Be Redeemed?

Articles

Our nation’s rapid moral and spiritual decline is hurtling us towards the point of no return at breakneck speed.

silhouette of man at nighttime in subway station

The Case of the Serial Rapist

Articles

One of the most prolific sexual predators in history was the Ski Mask Rapist, who began his spree in North Dallas in the summer of 1985.

Man taking notes on paper

Am I Really Expected to Remain Faithful?

Articles

I have been married almost 32 years. Am I really expected to remain faithful when my wife just does not want to have sex anymore?

Worn bible sitting on a pulpit

The Church is in Want of Spiritual Experts

Articles

If the statistics are correct, many professing Christians are addicted to all kinds of immorality, and they need spiritual help.

Road at night with street signs

Help for Identifying and Exposing Secret Sin

Articles

Many professing believers today assemble together weekly to exalt God but secretly are weighed down by their idols and hidden sins.

Man surrounded by darkness looking up towards the light for help after giving in to temptation

Two Truths to Remember When You Fail

Articles

You finally surrendered your life to God. Suddenly you’re ambushed by the enemy and you give in. Here are two things you need to remember.

Old television with RCA cables depicting the worldly influence that can come into a Christian's home

The Danger of Making Innocent Provisions

Articles

You’ve gained victory over your lust, but you sense you have started relapsing. What could be the reason for temptation’s renewed strength?

Army dog tags hanging on a wall

True Christianity Will Require Violence

Articles

Those who say Christianity is for wimps are clueless about what is required. It is easy to live for self. It takes courage to live for God.

Pretty girl looking in a mirror while applying lipstick

About the Girl Every Guy is Checking Out

Articles

Lots of guys will want to marry her. But what she doesn’t realize is that she will probably attract a man who is secretly addicted to porn.

Young man looking off into the distance.

18 Qualities of a Young Man Ready for Life

Articles

As parents seek to raise their sons in the Lord, it may be helpful to see how they are measuring up to the Biblical standard.

Man walking along narrow bridge through valley and mountains.

The Love of Christ Constrains Me

Articles

Many of us have been gripped and overpowered by sin. There is a remedy. It is to be constrained by the love of Christ.

Man depressed because of his sin.

How to Restore Men Broken by Sexual Sin

Articles

The man who has been involved in sexual sin has had his soul crushed to pieces by its destructive nature. What will you do to help him?

Plant growing out of rocky ground to represent spiritual growth.

Why Spiritual Growth Matters

Articles

Why does my congregation need to fight for a holier life, pursue a deeper life in God, or desire to be conformed into His image?

Interior of a prison

The Reason I Was Sent to Prison

Articles

Sexual sin is a pervasive issue among the two and a half million convicts in the U.S. prison system.

Man writing in journal.

Is God Convicting Me with Past Sexual Memories?

Articles

I have been free from sexual sin for a while but I keep getting pictures from the past in my mind. Is God trying to convict me of something?

Man staring at static on a tv screen

Why Your Sexual Fantasy Might Be Your Worst Nightmare

Articles

This man’s wildest dream come true quickly turned into a nightmare from hell. If only he could have known where his dream would lead him.

cross silhouette against cloudy sky

Freedom Can Only be Found at the Cross

Articles

The Cross represents both the Holy Spirit’s initial regeneration and also His ongoing work of conforming us into the image of Christ.

rainbow flag

5 Factors in the Formation of Homosexuality

Articles

Homosexual desires begin in a variety of ways with different people. In this article we explore some of the different factors involved.

chain link fence and barbed wire symbolizing bondage to sexual sin

How to Offer Hope Out of Overwhelming Bondage

Articles

It is extremely important for pastors to instill hope in struggling men—even those who battle overwhelming bondage to sexual perversion.

woman with raised hand at rain covered window

When a Betrayed Wife Protects Herself

Articles

Are we becoming so wrapped up in self-preservation that we can no longer look outside ourselves at the very deep spiritual needs of others?

Picture of a dark party admosphere

When You Love Pleasure More than God

Articles

When pleasure is the main focus of a person's daily existence, it will rot away everything that is wholesome and spiritual in their lives.

Young girl looking at a sunset in her backyard

When Your Husband's Sin Hurts Your Children

Articles

Men who indulge in sexual sin often fail to see the devastating effects their actions have on their wives and children.

Watch face to show passage of time as it relates to the Residential Program

Why the Residential Program Must Be Nine Months

Articles

When a man wants freedom from life-dominating sin, cheap shortcuts simply will not stand the test of time.

Sad woman in dark hallway

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart

Articles

"When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart" testifies that there is hope for the most dejected of souls and the bleakest of marriages.

Hand reaching out into the rain

Never Stop Reaching Out for Freedom

Articles

If you will press through the obstacles and keep crying out to God with persistent, believing faith, your deliverance is coming!

Rainbow colors covering image of United States

The Campaign to Overthrow Straight America

Articles

In the 1980's, two men scripted a sophisticated strategy to overcome all opposition to the total acceptance of the homosexual lifestyle.

Worn and torn bible

Pastor, Are You Trapped in Pornography?

Articles

I know the hopelessness you are facing. In spite of repeated promises to quit, you’re still trapped in a habit of porn and masturbation.

Pornography is like a deadly cobra

The Serpent of Pornography and How to Crush it

Articles

One glimpse of porn will unleash a deadly poison into a man's soul that will spread through his whole being.

railroad bridge over a river

Temptation and Sin: Where’s the Line?

Articles

A wise man once told me that I should not expect to be impervious to temptation. So, where is the line between temptation and sin?

swing-set in a playground

The Frightening Threat Our Children Live Under

Articles

A disturbing trend is emerging: “regular guys” are seeking out child pornography in record numbers.

blue cells

How to Treat the Cancer of Sexual Sin

Articles

If you want to overcome the cancer of indwelling sin, there is an essential ingredient in the cure that you cannot afford to leave out.

A fallen tree beside a barren field

Responding to the Church's Plague of Immorality

Articles

The great need for today is not teachers who look to explain away the guilt of sin but those who will call for its immediate eradication.

woman standing outside ruins

My Advice After Visiting an Asian Brothel

Articles

Sexual temptation has been one of the devil’s chief weapons against believers since the earliest days of civilizations.

A young couple out on a date

How to Approach Dating as a Christian

Articles

Single Christians who desire to please and glorify Jesus need not be led astray by the world's views when it comes to finding a spouse.

Man with big eyes looking intently at a camera

5 Similarities of the Sex Addict and the Insane

Articles

Men who habitually give over to sexual sin enter their own form of insanity. Their insanity is not primarily of the mind but of the heart.

Long church hallway

On the Divisive Issue of Homosexuality in the Church

Articles

Some say that the issue of homosexuality has brought the Church to a crossroads. But we actually took a wrong turn a long time ago.

woman with sensual red lips

5 Warning Signs Before an Affair

Articles

King David's lust-filled look at Bathsheba must have made angels weep. How could a man with such a heart for God stoop to such debauchery?

Ruined boats beached on the shore

His Failures are Part of the Process

Articles

A wife whose husband truly desires victory, but occasionally stumbles, should remain hopeful. God is at work in his heart.

A woman's hands on a laptop keyboard

Practical Help for Women Addicted to Pornography

Articles

Over the past few years a disturbing new trend has emerged: women viewing pornography in alarming numbers.

A bedroom with backpack next to the bed

What Does God Think About Masturbation?

Articles

A pattern of masturbation will inexorably feed and fan the flames that burn away any resolve a man or woman may have to live for God.

Woman on phone

How to Respond When You Catch Your Child Viewing Pornography

Articles

When your child is caught with porn, it is a perfect time to show them how to repent, how to depend, and how to grow in sanctification.

Backlit man with smoke cloud

The Searing of the Christian Conscience

Articles

If a person remains in sin long enough, he can reach the terrifying place where he is no longer influenced by the Holy Spirit.

Man in white t-shirt looking off into the distance

Homosexuality: If it's Sin, There's Hope

Articles

Calling homosexuality sin should give tremendous hope to those struggling with same-sex attraction, because Jesus came to save us from SIN.

A dilapidated old church building

The Need for Church Discipline to Help Sex Addicts

Articles

A struggling Christian needs discipleship and correction. But if he will not repent, love requires more severe measures.

Man on computer with wife in background

Is His Pornography Use Grounds for Divorce?

Articles

If a husband is in sexual sin, in what situations does the wife have biblical grounds to divorce him?

Blurry dark ominous forest

The Growing Darkness and Evil of Pornography

Articles

The pornography industry opened the door to a world of evil. Pastors must be prepared to take a stand and help those bound in sexual sin.

Man kneeling by cross at sunset

How Can I Be Saved and Still Be in Sexual Sin?

Articles

The hold of sin can be extremely powerful, but one thing is certain: if a person has truly been converted, sin will not—cannot—hold him.

Wooden pews in an empty church sanctuary

What to Learn from Samson the Sex Addict

Articles

Samson was mightily used to bring deliverance to God's people. But his inability to master his own passions would lead to his downfall.

The Statue of Liberty symbolizing freedom

Only Believe and You Will be Free

Articles

The enemy fights against a believer’s faith because he knows it is one of the most powerful weapons in the battle with habitual sin.