When we look to the great Physician for help and salvation, He points to a startling pathway: poverty of spirit, brokenness, and surrender.
The Lord is preparing His church to spend eternity with Him, so it is vital we know how to endure perilous times in the power of Jesus.
Spiritual pride is a very dangerous, yet easily overlooked, form of pride which often allows other sins to creep in along with it.
Perfectionism is a form of pride that will take a desire to work hard or to do well to an unhealthy and even sinful extreme.
Pride is very subtle. We may only appear to be keeping ourselves safe. Safe from embarrassment, from being exposed, from being hurt.
The self-life loves to express itself. It has many faces, but leaves us blind to the way pride takes root in our hearts.
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.
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.
It is our continual testimony that God will transform anyone who will genuinely surrender to Christ and allow Him to live through them.
Instead of making resolutions year after year that never produce any fruit, let's find out what God says will produce lasting change.
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.
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.
Welcome to ANOTHER Christmas episode of Purity for Life! We'll reflect again on the wonder of Jesus.
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.
It is Kathy Gallagher's testimony that faith and trust in the Lord can carry a wife through even the most devastating circumstances.
Reaping a good, spiritual harvest in your child's life requires years of hard work. But it's possible, and it's worth it.
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.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We have so much to be grateful for, and that's what we'll talk about in this holiday episode.
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.
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?
For Parents: This series will offer advice to parents who are trying to disciple their children in this sexually charged culture.
After years of living an outwardly good Christian life, Lyndell’s faith had crumbled, leaving her wide open to the devil’s lies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Just 50 years ago America experienced great revival. But today, the church is riddled with deception. This presents us with a stark warning.
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.
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.
Much of what the American church culture sees as truth is actually twisted by rampant, dangerous deception.
The sinful desires of our heart make us vulnerable to deception, but knowing what God desires will help prevent our caving in to lies.
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.
Three Pure Life counselors explore the inner life of a sex addict and unpack three fundamental issues that contribute to his problems.
Through Pure Life Ministries, God brought Shawn and Susan through the most difficult period of their lives and gave them a joyful marriage.
In this episode, we discuss the false religion that tempts all of us.
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.
We look at how Christians should seek, not only to find a good spouse, but to please and honor God in this whole process.
Kathy helps us understand how to deal with painful emotions biblically, and how to allow God to have His rightful place in our hearts.
There are clear answers and spiritual principles that will help to to guide your child to victory over porn addiction.
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.
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.
Anyone who wants to follow Jesus must be willing to die to a self-centered mindset. But learning to surrender brings deep transformation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In America, the Bible isn't outlawed, but its teaching is often discredited and perverted. This is leaving millions wide open to deception.
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.
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.
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
Holiness is often dismissed by Christians as legalistic. Yet compromising with the world is a sure way to fall in to sexual temptation.
Temptation will come for a man seeking freedom from porn. But learning how to fight will defeat it and bring greater measures of freedom.
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.
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.
A Christian who lives his life in pursuit of worldly pleasure is setting himself up for compromise, temptation, and failure.
Repentance is vital to overcoming sexual sin, and the Bible has clearly shown us the right way to repent so that we can gain true freedom.
Participating in Christian activities doesn't mean we are right with God. It takes more than outward activity to deliver us from sin.
Sexual sin is just the symptom of a much deeper issue and the only way an addict can hope to gain freedom is by dealing with the real issue.
Reverence to God is only one aspect of the fear of the Lord. Freedom from porn comes as we begin to see the fuller picture of this subject.
While we have a heart that is fallen and evil, the salvation that is ours in Christ can give us a new heart.
Sexual addiction can affect us physically, but overcoming it is possible as we begin to live a life which does not indulge fleshly desires.
Even the world system recognizes the destructive nature of sexual sin. But still, many men are indulging in it, ignoring the consequences.
Sexual sin entices us in very predictable ways. But this means that the wise Christian man can prepare himself for when temptation comes.
In this Christmas episode, our staff testify of the work of Christ in their lives, and we share a Christmas devotion from John chapter 1.
All sin, including sexual addiction, will produce terrible consequences. But there is also hope which is found only at the Cross of Jesus.
For decades, sexual perversion has been warping the thinking of both men and women through its lies and leading our culture deeper into sin.
April Cassidy, author of "The Peaceful Wife," shares her testimony of surrendering to God's will and finding peace and joy in her marriage.
Final episode of our series: True grace is not just about forgiveness, but the power to overcome sin and live a godly life.
Without the power of mercy you will never find freedom from sexual sin. Find out why in this episode of Purity for Life.
Consecration. Surrender. Devotion. We'll look at why these things are indispensable in the quest to be free from life-dominating sin.
True statement: "God won't do your part, and you can't do His." Today we look at the role sanctification plays in freedom from sexual sin.
God deserves worship because of His greatness. But in His mercy, He powerfully transforms us when we give our hearts to Him in worship.
Sexual sin erects powerful strongholds in those who give themselves to its corruptions. So what role does deliverance play in freedom?
Repentance may be overlooked–even despised–in evangelicalism today, but it's absolutely essential if you want freedom from sexual sin.
What is brokenness? What is it not? Why is it crucial for victory over sexual sin? We'll answer these questions in this podcast.
In this series we examine the key elements that lead to victory over the bondage of sexual sin. We'll start by looking at the role of faith.
Many men and women often believe marriage will fix a porn addiction. But our experience has shown this only leads to more hurt and pain.
"Devastated" doesn't come close to describing what a betrayed wife feels. But in prayer, she can enter in to a fight for her husband's soul.
We can easily identify numbers of Christian leaders who have fallen due to sexual sin. How does this happen to leaders in the church?
Christians are addicted to sex in record numbers. Today we explore how a lack of godly fear has contributed to the Church's sin epidemic.
When obedience is minimized, God's grace gets twisted. This error opens the door to spiritual apathy, lawlessness and licentiousness.
If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. This truth is often ignored, disobeyed and even renounced in the Church Addicted.
Don't be a member of the Church Addicted. Embrace the oft-neglected disciplines that bring faithfulness and growth in the Christian life.
The Church Addicted—it's a series where we look at why the Church is just as addicted as the world is. First reason: false conversions.
Sexual sin is just the fruit of a life that is full of pride. But there are key ways to overcome pride that really bring freedom.
It is possible for pastors to show loving concern and offer wise counsel, even to married men, without compromising biblical truth.
Men in sexual sin desperately need the discipline of the Lord. He has to reprove us, to correct us, and even, at times, sorely chastise us.
Shame can keep us hiding sin, but for those courageous enough to fight, there is a biblical foundation for restoration, even for leaders.
A Christian leader is vulnerable to many temptations which, if given in to, will have devastating effects on many other lives.
There's no quick fix for sexual sin, but there are key steps anyone can take to fight against common problem areas.
Jessie shares her vision for women who will fight for purity and we give encouragement for hurting wives who feel unworthy of God's love.
We explore the secret history of the adult entertainment industry and debunk the myth that porn only affects the person using it.
Steve Gallagher draws on his knowledge of the issues involved and explores five reasons why people could feel drawn toward homosexuality.
There can be a lot of questions and worries for those who are single. But there is real joy and blessing that comes from this lifestyle.
Feeling tempted isn't wrong, but it's critical to know where the line is so we can avoid getting anywhere close to disobeying God's Word.
While the trial of a broken marriage is painful, there is hope and there are answers that will help a wife navigate through the devastation.
The effects of a husband's sin can lead to unforgiveness, bitterness and other unhealthy reactions which a wife must learn to work through.