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Welcome to Episode 2 in our current series: The Church Addicted, in which we’re asking the question, how did we get this way? How is it that when it comes to sexual sin in the lives of Christians, today’s Evangelical Church is no different than the world around them?
At Pure Life we help men get free from life-dominating habits of sin. But what are the disciplines that makes all the difference between a man walking in victory or falling back into his sin? This week we look at the all-important but oft-neglected disciplines that bring faithfulness and growth in the Christian life.
Don't be a member of the Church Addicted. Embrace the oft-neglected disciplines that bring faithfulness and growth in the Christian life.
The latest statistics concerning men addicted to pornography and other illicit sexual sins are staggering. 64% viewing porn at least monthly. 36% of young men watching it at least daily. 35% of men admitting that they are having an affair. The worst part? These statistics are not from unbelievers—but from people professing to be followers of Jesus.
Welcome to The Church Addicted—a series of shows where we look at how these statistics have become the Church's reality.
In today’s episode, we discuss the modern trend of basing one’s eternal destiny on a single decision to ask Jesus into their heart, and the lack of life-change these incomplete conversions often lead to.
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.
People who are sincerely seeking freedom from sexual sin usually have a vague idea that there is something under the surface that needs to be dealt with--a kind of root sin that lies underneath all of their other sins. And they are right. But they are usually very surprised when they find out what it is. In this show we’re going to look at how pride relates to a man’s struggle with sin, give you an inside look at how we help men in our Residential Program identify and deal with pride, and then offer hope that there really is freedom from the root…and the fruit.
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.
Homosexuality— this is THE issue that most churches are facing today. In today's show, we discuss with Steve Gallagher how pastors can show loving concern for those dealing with homosexuality without compromising biblical truth. Then, Pastor Ed Buch shares how he counsels the married man who struggles with Same-Sex Attraction. We'll wrap it up with a wonderful testimony of a man who found freedom in Jesus after decades of bondage.
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. In today’s program, members of the Pure Life Staff discuss their insights into this often overlooked, but clearly biblical truth: God disciplines His children whom He loves for our own good.
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.
The Bible encourages us to "imitate the faith" of our spiritual leaders. But what happens when a leader falls? In part two of our series on moral failure in the ministry, we look at the process of restoration for a leader. Former pastor Jim Lewis discusses the fear and shame that kept him from seeking help for his sexual sin. Counselor Jordan Yoshimine talks about how he counsels pastors and ministry leaders, and Pastor Ed Buch outlines from Scripture and practical experience a biblical foundation and plan for restoring a fallen leader to ministry.
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's sexual sin affects many other lives, but the fallen leader also needs to find the hope and grace God gives.
This first of two podcasts addressing moral failure in ministry tackles the reasons why sexual sin ensnares so many. Joe Doppe, a former leader and Pure Life Ministries graduate, shares his story of a long, secret struggle; and Steve Gallagher offers insights about the unique temptations that confront those in ministry.
A Christian leader is vulnerable to many temptations which, if given in to, will have devastating effects on many other lives.
Although we might wish for one, there's no quick fix for sexual sin. But when someone decides to fight for real victory, there are some steps they can take to address common problem areas. Ken Larkin debunks the common mindset that sexual sin is just a small problem, Jim Lewis diagnoses the dangers of pride, and Jeremiah Eakin provides encouragement about responding to failure.
There's no quick fix for sexual sin, but there are key steps anyone can take to fight against common problem areas.
The same contemporary influences that market casual sex to men also put pressure on single women to compromise. Offering hope to those who wonder whether godly relationships are still possible, biblical counselor Jessie Meldrum shares her vision for women who will fight for purity. Also in this episode: the cure for a "heart plague" and encouragement for hurting wives who feel unworthy of God's love.
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.
Pornography use is exploding in our smartphone culture, and it's fueled by porn's alluring but deceptive nature. To fight the cultural trend, we will have to dismantle the lies that surround pornography. First, a PLM audio article explores the untold history of the adult entertainment industry, and then Nate Danser debunks the myth that porn only affects the person using it.
We explore the secret history of the adult entertainment industry and debunk the myth that porn only affects the person using it.
Homosexuality increasingly touches all our lives. More and more Christians know a friend, coworker or family member who identifies as gay...and many others are struggling with same-sex attraction themselves. Steve Gallagher draws on his knowledge of the issues involved and explores five reasons why people could feel drawn toward homosexuality. Also in this episode: Jim Lewis breaks down the basics of biblical counseling and Jeff and Rose Colón give couples advice on effective communication.
Steve Gallagher draws on his knowledge of the issues involved and explores five reasons why people could feel drawn toward homosexuality.
This roundtable discussion offers sound advice to Christian singles about following Jesus and living in purity. Leaders from Madison Place Community Church offer biblical insight into how and why singleness can be a blessing for Christians. Plus, PLM Director of Ministry Outreach Nate Danser offers an inside look at the brand-new resource The Overcomers Series.
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.
