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Grace and Truth in the Daily Life by Dave Leopold on 05/15/2024Previous ArrowNext Arrow
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Grace and Truth in the Daily Life

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Special guest speaker, Dave Leopold, shows us what it looks like to let Jesus have His way in our lives.

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Pure Life Ministries Podcast Episode #581: Why You Should Read "God's Smuggler"Previous ArrowNext Arrow
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#581 - Why You Should Read "God's Smuggler"

Pure Life Ministries Podcast

This episode: From nearly insane to one of the greatest missionaries of the 1900's—we'll review Brother Andrew's thrilling autobiography.

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Why You Should Read "God's Smuggler"Previous ArrowNext Arrow
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Why You Should Read "God's Smuggler"

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This episode: From nearly insane to one of the greatest missionaries of the 1900's—we'll review Brother Andrew's thrilling autobiography.

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Pure Life Ministries Podcast Episode #580: Men's Sexual Sin Q&A Part 2Previous ArrowNext Arrow
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Sexual Sin

#580 - Men's Sexual Sin Q&A Part 2

Pure Life Ministries Podcast

This episode: Steve Gallagher and the leadership of Pure Life Ministries will answer your questions in our Men's Sexual Sin Q&A Part 2.

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3 Reasons Why We Struggle with Temptation

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Every temptation will undoubtedly have these same three components: the tempter, the bait and the accompanying lies.

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Myth: You Can Have Your Own Life in This World

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Jordan Yoshimine exposes a myth that many Christians believe, that you can have the Lord and still have your own life in this world.

Purity for Life Episode #480: What Does THAT Have To Do With My Problem? (Part 1) | Ask the Counselor

#480 - What Does THAT Have To Do With My Problem? (Part 1) | Ask the Counselor

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Many underlying spiritual issues, which seem unrelated to sexual sin, must be dealt with if an addict is ever to find real freedom.

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Humility in the Teaching of Jesus

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When we accept Jesus’ teachings on humility, and see humility as something we need, God will give us that same meek and lowly spirit He has.

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How to NOT Persevere - by King Solomon, the Sex Addict

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Solomon’s life illustrates four important spiritual principles that are worth noting.

Purity for Life Episode #479: The Danger of Apostasy

#479 - The Danger of Apostasy

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Christians who are not vigilant against false teaching in the last days risk falling away from the Lord, and falling into apostasy.

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Humility in the Life of Jesus

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The life of Jesus reveals that we are not our own, and that our true purpose is to live surrendered to the will of our Heavenly Father.

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The Collapse of a Pastor into Pornography

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A pastor's downfall underscores the fact that one doesn’t lose a war overnight, but through an accumulation of defeats in the daily life.

Purity for Life Episode #478: My Sin Isn't That Bad

#478 - But, My Sin Isn't That Bad!

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Sexual sin blinds us to the spiritual realities of life. Until the sexual addict learns to live in truth, they will never be free from sin.

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Humility is the Secret of Redemption

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Every broken heart is the result of pride, and we have a desperate need to be redeemed from its fallen and devilish nature.

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No, Marriage is Not the Cure for Lust

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As I stood with my soon-to-be wife, Rose, at the altar, I was convinced my struggle with sexual addiction was finally behind me.

Purity for Life Episode #477: Refined as Silver: The Beauty of Forgiveness

#477- Refined as Silver: The Beauty of Forgiveness

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Rose Colón shares from her experience about the freedom and challenges that come in forgiving an unfaithful husband.

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Beware of Hypocrisy: You're Only Deceiving Yourself

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Paul said that men would have a form of godliness while denying its power. This religion without relationship is the essence of hypocrisy.

Purity for Life Episode #476: Refined as Silver: Submission Toward One Another

#476- Refined as Silver: Submission Toward One Another

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Susan Smith joins us to talk about a very touchy topic--biblical submission.

Purity for Life Video Segment - Why do I Feel so Hopeless?

Ask the Counselor: Why do I Feel so Hopeless?

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Check out this Purity for Life video segment where we talk about common barriers that can produce hopelessness in our battle against sin.

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Humility is the Glory of God's Creation

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Pride keeps us from living lives which glorify God, and so humility is the only entrance back into God’s original plan for humanity.

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You Can Break Free from the Bondage of Satan’s Will

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Faced with the decision to obey God or not, Eve chose Satan’s will over God’s. In that moment she came under the bondage of Satan's will. 

Purity for Life Episode #475: Refined as Silver: Two are Far Better Than One

#475 - Refined as Silver: Two are Far Better Than One

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Kathy discusses how a wife can support her husband as he walks in repentance over sexual sin.

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If You Cover Your Sin, You Will Not Prosper

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Those who repeatedly keep things hidden which should be exposed will learn the truth that, "Those who conceal their sins shall not prosper."

Purity for Life Episode #474: Refined as Silver: Re-opening our Hearts (to Trust)

#474 - Refined as Silver: Re-opening our Hearts (to Trust)

Podcasts

Even though the process will be difficult, God can restore a woman’s trust in her husband as she walks alongside him in his repentance.

PFL Video Segment - When Jesus Returns, What Will He Find

When Jesus Returns, What Will He Find

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Check out this Purity for Life video segment where Steve Gallagher and Ed Buch discuss the theme of this year’s Annual Conference.

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The Joy and Freedom Found in Humility

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Humility is an essential role in the Christian life. Those who wish to live in true fellowship with God must learn to embrace it.

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How to Find Peace Out of Bitterness

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Bitterness is a deadly malignancy of the soul. Its poisonous venom destroys both the physical and spiritual health of an individual.

Purity for Life Episode #473: Refined as Silver: Why Devastating Trials are for Our Ultimate Good

#473 - Refined as Silver: Why Devastating Trials are for Our Ultimate Good

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In the midst of deep pain, a loving God holds a deeper purpose for ultimate good. Join us for Refined as Silver, a new miniseries for wives.

Join Us at the Preconference

Join Us at the Preconference!

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Find out about our Call to Purity Preconference!

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When a Wife Puts Her Hope in the Wrong Place

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A genuine trust in the Lord is the only way to leave the past behind and find healing in a broken marriage.

Purity for Life Episode #472: Ask the Counselor: 5 Steps to Overcoming Hopelessness

#472 - 5 Steps to Overcoming Hopelessness | Ask the Counselor

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Luke Imperato gives five action steps that lead to freedom for those who find themselves hopelessly addicted to sexual sin.

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Lessons for Spiritual Leaders on Fighting Temptation

Articles

A vibrant life in God is essential for all of us, but especially leaders, who want to live a pure life and avoid falling prey to sexual sin.

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Why Marriage Cannot Cure Your Lust Problem

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The truth is that lust isn’t a sex problem; it’s a sin problem. And the only way to conquer sin is through repentance.

Purity for Life Episode #471: Ask the Counselor: Why do I Feel so Hopeless?

#471 - Why do I Feel so Hopeless? | Ask the Counselor

Podcasts

God is willing and able to help set people free from sexual sin, but we must not prevent His help by nurturing hopelessness in our hearts.

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Responding to Despair and Discouragement

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Once a person begins to feel sorry for himself, he becomes easy prey for the enemy.

Purity for Life Episode #470: When Jesus Returns, What Will He Find?

#470 - When Jesus Returns, What Will He Find?

Podcasts

Steve Gallagher and Ed Buch discuss the theme for our 22nd Annual Conference: When Jesus Returns, What Will He Find?

Purity for Life Video Segment - The Lowliness of a Christian Life

The Lowliness of a Christian Life

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In this Purity for Life video segment, we discuss the importance of God working a lifestyle of lowliness into the heart of a believer.

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Addiction, Redemption, and the Unforgivable Sin

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A great many of the men who come to us, bound in sexual sin, want to know, “Have I committed the unpardonable sin?”

Purity for Life Episode #469: Don't Stop Fighting for Humility

#469 - Don't Stop Fighting for Humility

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We look at the fight for humility, and why it is important for anyone who desires to walk closely with God.

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How God Transformed Dennis' Life

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The Lord changed Dennis from being angry and ungrateful, to being full of praise to God and love for others.

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Help for Those Who Want to Repent

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Repentance is a gift from God that changes your heart, allowing you to turn from your sin and turn back to God.

Purity for Life Episode #468: Consider Jesus

#468 - Consider Jesus

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Consider all that Jesus has done for you. Consider the wonder of His glory. When you do, it will greatly affect and change you.

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The Role of Consecration in Overcoming Sin

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In order to come into a life of victory, one must consecrate themselves to God and allow the Holy Spirit to change them from the inside out.

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Hedonistic Christianity and Flourishing Pornography

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Television. Social media. Pornography. They have all become mainstays of our culture and have had a dramatic impact on the American Church.

Purity for Life Episode #467: Answers for Missionaries Struggling with Sexual Temptation

#467 - Answers for Missionaries Struggling with Sexual Temptation

Podcasts

Missionary leaders need biblical solutions to help fight against sexual temptation, both for themselves and for those they work with.

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Your Daily Decisions will Determine Your Destiny

Articles

Good decisions not only bring positive consequences, but they also help develop the habit pattern of making wise choices in the future.

Purity for Life Episode #466: Worship the Lord from a Sincere Heart

#466 - Worship the Lord from a Sincere Heart

Podcasts

There is a vast difference between true and vain worship, and the power to transform is only found in a true heart of worship.

Purity for Life Video Segment - Husbands, It’s Time to Lay Your Life Down

Husbands, It’s Time to Lay Your Life Down

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If our biblical husband series has blessed you, check our next video. Ed Buch shares ways for men to lay their lives down for their wives.

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Counseling Young People

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Young people who have been abused have need of a counselor that will point them towards healing through Christ's love and forgiveness.

The Day it All Fell Apart - Scott and Erin's Story

The Day it all Fell Apart

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Our heart's desire is to bring hope to those who are devastated by sexual sin. We believe Scott and Erin's story will do just that.

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You Are a Trophy in the Making

Articles

You may find this hard to believe, but it is true nonetheless: God is making you into a trophy which He will showcase for all eternity.

Purity for Life Episode #465: Husbands, It's Time to Know Christ

#465 - Husbands, It's Time to Know Christ

Podcasts

The Lord will transform broken marriages when a couple starts to focus on Jesus and His will for the marriage.

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How Do I Repent?

Articles

Repentance from sin is not only a commandment, but also a gift to help lead us out of Satan's control into a life full of God's Holy Spirit.

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Is Homosexual Sin Worse than Heterosexual Sin?

Articles

We all know instinctively that some crimes in the penal code are worse than others, and it's no different within the legal structure of God.

Purity for Life Episode #463: God With Us

#464 - God With Us

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God is with us in every aspect of our lives. He is with us in our sorrow, in our suffering, and even in our joy.

Purity for Life Video Segment - Husbands, It's Time to Be Honest

Husbands, Its Time to Be Honest

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If you enjoyed our latest Purity for Life interview with Dustin and Brittany Renz, check out the video version of it!

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Humility is the Key to Loving Others

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Men and women full of selfishness can be filled with mercy and compassion for others when they are willing to lead humble lives.

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Being in Ministry Doesn’t Make Up For Sinful Addictions

Articles

Although no one would have suspected it, my free time was given to pursuing the pornography and drug addictions that had ravaged my life.

Purity for Life Episode #463: Husbands, It's Time to Lay Your Life Down

#463 - Husbands, It's Time to Lay Your Life Down

Podcasts

In order for a husband to begin to love his wife, he must lay down his life for her as Christ laid His life down for the Church.

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A New Way to See People

Articles

A life devoted to helping others demonstrates the love of God and brings true freedom into our hearts.

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Is Long-Term Victory Over Sexual Sin Possible?

Articles

In the face of seeming defeat, a young boy named David stepped forward trusting that God was able no matter how large the enemy appeared.

Purity for Life Episode #462: Husbands, It's Time to Be Honest

#462 - Husbands, It's Time to Be Honest

Podcasts

If there is to be unity in a marriage, a husband must be honest and transparent with his wife.

Purity for Life Video Segment - From Episode #461 - Husbands, It's Time to be Selfless

Husbands, It’s Time to Be Selfless

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In this Purity for Life video interview, Steve Gallagher shares how selflessness was crucial for him in becoming a better husband.

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The Joys of Living in Victory Over Sexual Sin

Articles

Joy, gratitude and contentment are just some of the fruits that come out of a life lived in victory over sexual sin.

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Do I Have to Tell My Wife?

Articles

When a man and woman enter into marriage, they vow to be faithful to one another until death. They enter into a covenant before God and man.

Purity for Life Episode #461: Husbands, It's Time to Be Selfless

#461 - Husbands, It's Time to Be Selfless

Podcasts

After a husband repents of sexual sin, it is crucial for him to allow God to uproot selfishness out of his life.

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The Warning of King Solomon's Life

Articles

We look at the life of Solomon and discuss how the love of pleasure is in opposition to God and leads to destruction.

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3 Ways Behavior Modification Fails Every Addict

Articles

In light of the gospel, behavior modification cannot be the best strategy for the believer who is struggling to overcome sexual sin.

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Overcoming Lust Through Prayer

Articles

Praying instead of thinking is a powerful tool in experiencing victory in Christ to overcome lustful thoughts.

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Why does Pure Life Ministries use biblical counseling rather than psychology?

Short Videos

When Steve Gallagher started Pure Life Ministries, he had two options he could base his ministry on: the Word of God, or the word of man.

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Choosing the Way of Blessing for Your Marriage

Articles

Jeff and Rose Colon discuss how couples should focus on seeking spiritual blessings in their marriage.

Purity for Life Episode #459: Husbands, It's Time to Fulfill Your Calling

#459 - Husbands, It's Time to Fulfill Your Calling

Podcasts

Every husband has a call from God to love his wife as Christ loves the church.

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Trust in God's Word, Not Worldly Wisdom

Articles

The wisdom of our world can allure us into a life of sin, but a relationship with God’s Word brings sustenance, truth, and victory.

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The 4 Elements of Effective Accountability

Articles

I hear people repeatedly point to accountability as the key to overcoming sexual sin. Yet, the problem of sexual sin continues to escalate.

Purity for Life Episode #458: For Wives: Enduring Through the Fire (Part 2)

#458 - For Wives: Enduring Through the Fire (Part 2)

Podcasts

Finding strength, comfort, and hope in Jesus is crucial for a wife whose husband is unrepentant over his sexual sin.

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Same Sex Attraction: God's "Special" Path to Freedom

Articles

As far as the “experts” are concerned, same-sex attraction is a “special class” of sexual behavior, needing its own special path to freedom.

Purity for Life Episode #457: For Wives: Enduring Through the Fire (Part 1)

#457 - For Wives: Enduring Through the Fire (Part 1)

Podcasts

When a husband truly is repentant, It is vital for wives to learn to trust and forgive during the restoration process of their marriage.

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How Affliction Reveals the Love of God

Articles

Through the story of Job, Nate Danser shares how God will use suffering in our lives to humble us and reveal His salvation.

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The Painful Lesson Every Prodigal Must Learn

Articles

Fantasies have a way of gaining strength and momentum, which is why it is always best to stop them when they first appear.

Purity For Life Episode #456: Why Our Residential Program is So Effective

#456 - Why Our Residential Program is So Effective

Podcasts

We explore why the Pure Life Ministries Residential Program is a place where men can come and find true and lasting freedom from sexual sin.

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How to Create Your Own Turning Point

Articles

A bad season does not make a bad career. No matter how deeply you have fallen, it is not too late to turn things around!

Purity for Life Episode #455 - Captivated by a Greater Wisdom

#455 - Captivated by a Greater Wisdom

Podcasts

In this episode we address the hidden dangers of looking to the wisdom of the world, and our need to trust the wisdom of our Lord.

Purity for Life Video Segment - Developing a Life of Intercession

Developing a Life of Intercession

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Victory over sexual sin can be cultivated through a life of prayer rooted in intimacy with God and focused on the needs of other people.

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There is Hope in Knowing the Truth About Sexual Sin

Articles

Pastor Ed Buch continues to dispel common myths about sexual sin in today's culture by sharing the light of God's truth.

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An Open Letter to Wives who Feel Betrayed

Articles

My Dear Friend, I want to share some thoughts about what you are going through now that I hope will be a help and a blessing to you.

#356 (REPLAY): What Role Does Deliverance Play in Freedom from Porn?

#356 (REPLAY) - What Role Does Deliverance Play in Freedom from Porn?

Podcasts

Experiencing victory involves knowing the Enemy's schemes to enslave us to lust, and growing in disciplines that foster true freedom.

God Rewards Those Who Seek Him

God Rewards Those Who Seek Him

Articles

Dustin Renz points us to God, who is ready to lavish victory and breakthrough upon the soul seeks Him and cries out to Him diligently.

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How to Restore Purity in Your Marriage Bed

Articles

After sexual sin in a marriage, the road to restoring purity in the marriage bed can seem difficult, and often impossible.

Purity for Life Episode #454: |Victory| Persevering with a Pure Heart

#454 - |Victory| Persevering with a Pure Heart

Podcasts

A life of victory over sexual sin must bear fruit, not just for a season, but until the very end.

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Do You Know the Truth About Sexual Sin?

Articles

In this segment, Pastor Ed Buch speaks truth about some of the common myths of our day that people believe about sexual sin.

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The Spiritual Problem of Pornography and Its Solution

Articles

A man will only quit his sinful, destructive behavior when he has truly repented of it in his heart.

Purity for Life Episode # 453 - |Victory| 95% of Mercy is Prayer

#453 - |Victory| 95% of Mercy is Prayer

Podcasts

In this episode, we look at how cultivating a prayer life that's more focused on the needs of others will help with victory over sexual sin.

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Stand Firm in the Faith

Articles

Kathy Gallagher shares the spiritual lessons that God taught her in the painful season following the discovery of her husband's sexual sin.

Victory A Life Overflowing with Mercy

#452 - |Victory| A Life Overflowing with Mercy

Podcasts

In this episode, we discuss how to practically enter into a life that freely receives and gives out God’s mercy to others.

Purity for Life Episode #451: |Victory| A Life and a Soul Surrendered

#451 - |Victory| A Life and a Soul Surrendered

Podcasts

Surrendering your life to do God's will of mercy is another vital aspect of walking in victory over sexual sin.

Victory Means Saturating Your Mind with God's Word

#450 - |Victory| Saturating Your Mind with God's Word

Podcasts

There's no way around it. If you want to live in victory over sexual sin, you must saturate your mind with God's powerful Word.

Purity for Life Episode #449: |Victory| Laying Hold of the Promise

#449 - |Victory| Laying Hold of the Promise

Podcasts

In this episode, Pastor Dustin Renz shares with us how seeking God in desperation is the pathway to breakthrough in our lives.

Exposing the Root of All Sin #9: Exposing the Path of the True Christian Life

Exposing the Path of the True Christian Life

Short Videos

In the last episode of our series "Exposing the Root of All Sin," we look at how living out God's love destroys the root of the self-life.

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Obedience Changes Everything

Articles

There was a time in Steve Gallagher's life when he started obeying the Word of God. That's when everything started to change.

Purity for Life Episode #448: |Victory| Taking Responsibility for Who I Am

#448 - |Victory| Taking Responsibility for Who I Am

Podcasts

Our culture caters to our sinful nature's desire to justify itself. But true victory comes when we fully accept responsibility for our sin.

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Worship from a Sincere Heart

Articles

A hypocrite sings praises with his mouth, but his heart is devoted to other things. Sincere worship is something completely different.

Purity for Life Episode #447: The Radical Jesus

#447 - The Radical Jesus

Podcasts

Unless we know Jesus as He truly is, we'll easily be deceived. This episode: We interview Glenn Meldrum, the author of "The Radical Jesus."

Exposing the Root of All Sin #8: Exposing the Heart of a Humble Man

Exposing the Heart of a Humble Man

Short Videos

In the 8th video in our series "Exposing the Root of all Sin," we learn about a heart attitude that will make us irresistible to God.

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The Difference in God's Anger

Articles

When God is betrayed by His people, He gets angry. But we need to be careful here, because His anger is far different than our own.