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What struggling men and women truly need is an intimate love relationship with God, because a deep, personal experience of God's love will break the hold of sin. Unfortunately, many people caught in sexual sin are uncertain whether God loves them. In this show, we’ll discuss what might block someone from experiencing a sense of God’s love and, more importantly, what can be done about it.
This episode: A true love relationship with God breaks the power of sin. What should a person do if they don't sense God's love for them?
When Jesus Christ came to earth, He brought deliverance for His people, though not immediately—it required waiting. This same spirit of waiting is required for those who are longing for freedom from sexual sin. In this non-traditional Christmas episode, we explore why waiting on God is essential for victory, common misconceptions about waiting, and why we can confidently trust that God will come and deliver if we truly wait on Him.
This episode: Deliverance from sexual sin often comes only after truly waiting on God. Learn some of these principles in today's episode!
Most of the men who come to us for help have already taken a lot of steps to break free from sexual sin, but nothing has changed. This clearly shows it's not enough to take steps to find freedom. You’ve got to take the right steps. In this "Ask the Counselor" episode, we'll provide a biblical response to the question, "What's the first step to breaking free from sexual sin?"
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This episode: We’ll provide a biblical response to the question, “What is the first step to breaking free from sexual sin?”
Should Christians watch movies or TV shows that contain inappropriate innuendos or sex scenes? In this episode, we’ll give you a straightforward response to that question, but we’ll also take a deeper look at what the Bible teaches about a more foundational issue: our interactions with the world.
This episode: Should Christians watch movies with sexual content? Plus, what the Bible says about a believer's interaction with the world.
We’ve had many parents ask us, “What can I do to help my child overcome sexual sin?” But this question begs a deeper one: what is the role of a parent? To help us answer this, we sit down with biblical counselor Mark Shaw who reflects on two decades of counseling and raising four children of his own.
Latest podcast: "What can I do to help my child overcome sexual sin?" Biblical counselor Mark Shaw answers this complex question.
Thanksgiving—it's the time of year when we're encouraged to be grateful for the blessings in our lives. But when things get difficult, what should our attitude be? In this special Thanksgiving episode, we'll talk with three of our staff members who decided to fight for gratitude in the hard seasons.
This episode: In our special Thanksgiving edition, we'll talk with three staff members who fought for gratitude in the midst of trials.
Compared to most of the world, Americans have greater opportunities for wealth and a pleasurable life. But in light of biblical warnings about riches, how should Christian couples view the American Dream? In the final episode of "On the Same Team," PLM graduates Stephen and Jubilee Howell talk about how their pursuit of the American Dream nearly led to their ruin, but how God gave them a new vision centered on building His Kingdom.
This episode: After Stephen and Jubilee ruined their lives in the pursuit of wealth, God gave them a new vision centered on His Kingdom.
A God-filled marriage does not happen by accident. It is built on the foundation of ongoing repentance toward God and a spirit of humility toward each other. In Ep. 06 of our series, "On the Same Team," we'll be talking with PLM graduates Greg and Paloma about why it's been so important for both of them to remain aware of their own sin and their own great need for God.
This episode: A God-filled marriage doesn't just happen. It's built through ongoing repentance toward God and humility toward each other.
It's an amazing thing when the person who sees our sins and flaws most clearly is also completely devoted to seeing us walk in victory. In Ep. 05 of our series, "On the Same Team," we'll talk with PLM graduates Bob and Lori about one of the big focuses in their marriage: building each other up in love.
This episode: It's so encouraging when the person who sees our sins most clearly is also completely devoted to helping us walk in victory!
When Nolan and Kendra Godfrey entered our counseling programs, they were ready to rid their marriage of sexual sin forever. But as they received biblical counseling, they realized that sexual sin was only a small part of their problem. What was far more destructive to both of them was their love of what the world offered. In Ep. 04 of "On the Same Team," we'll talk about why every Christian couple must vigilantly guard their hearts and minds from the spirit of this world.
This episode: Sexual sin was only a small part of Nolan and Kendra's marital problems. The bigger issue was that they loved the world.
If both spouses truly want to be united and devoted to one another, how do they walk out that desire? What specific things should they be doing (and NOT doing)? In Ep. 03 of "On the Same Team," Jeff and Rose Colón share some of their extensive counseling experience with us as they talk about the biggest challenges that couples seeking restoration will have to navigate.
Check out the first video in our podcast series going through Jeff and Rose Colón’s book: God is Willing and Able to Transform ANY Marriage | Ashes to Beauty
If you're interested in Jeff and Rose Colón’s book, purchase it here: From Ashes to Beauty
This episode: Want a unified marriage? In this episode, Jeff and Rose Colón talk about navigating the big obstacles that prevent unity.
In Ep. 02 of our series, "On the Same Team," we continue our conversation with Pure Life founders Steve and Kathy Gallagher. Like so many couples, Steve and Kathy’s marriage had been utterly shattered by pride, selfishness and infidelity. But when they were both broken over their own sin, something beautiful began to happen. They became unified and devoted in a way they never had before.
This episode: Infidelity and selfishness tore Steve and Kathy's marriage apart. Brokenness and humility restored unity and true devotion.
