Each generation is inundated with more and more messages about who they are, sex, and relationships. So, we’re slowing down, taking a look back at our own experience, and sharing with Gen Z what we wish we knew earlier in our lives. This episode has a few bonuses we need you for: 1) We’re creating a listener generated Part Two and 2) a special way for you to get involved and reach Gen Z.
Why does the "most wonderful time of the year" often come with some of the greatest fights, misunderstandings, or triggering events? Family. :) It's the people who whether or not we like it, we're often like...but so different. We sat down with Tiffany Williams, a relationship coach to pick her brain on how we can navigate all of those family dynamics, especially at the Holidays.
We're so excited to announce, the new directors of Moral Revolution - Daniel & Elles Maddry! In the next step of our journey, please welcome Daniel & Elles Maddry as the new Moral Revolution Directors. You may know the Maddry's as the founders of YouthPastor.Co and Cards Christians Like. They bring fresh experience helping us reach the next generation. This warm and personable couple is moved to join us from Austin, Texas with their dog, Indie. In case you haven't watched all of this yet, it's probably our funniest podcast ever. We're already in love. So leave a comment below helping us welcome them!
On the topic of affairs we often go straight to blaming the husband. But what happens when the wife is the one who was unfaithful this time around? Alli Patterson shares her vulnerable story of why she did it, how it happened, and the consequences of her affair on her job, her family, and her marriage but also the beautiful way Jesus has encountered her through the process.
Ted Shimer has mentored men since 1991 with the collegiate ministry Student Mobilization. He received his MABS from Dallas Seminary and has been trained as a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional-Supervisor. Ted has helped people overcome the bondage of pornography in the context of making disciples throughout his 30 plus year ministry. He is the Founder of The Freedom Fight, an online porn addiction recovery program. He is also the author of the book, The Freedom Fight, The New Drug and the Truths that Set Us Free. Ted and his wife Amber have four adult children and live in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
This month we have Debra Fileta here to bring a small teaser for you ladies (and any men listening in) to help normalize the conversation around what gets HER going and inspire you to not settle for less than God's best in whatever season of marriage you are in. Whether it's your mindsets, your moods, your body...there's so much more to talk about!
Christa Smith, author of "Singled Out in a Couple's World", was single for thirty-nine years before marrying her husband. On her 35th birthday, she felt the grace lift and the desire and desperation for marriage rise. In this episode she shares:
- Why she things there is a stigma about singleness in the church
- How to live content while still contending and not giving up hope
- Her encounter where God asked her, "If you never get married, am I enough?"
Let's talk about when porn enters into your relationship, maybe it's your boyfriend or girlfriend or maybe it's your husband or wife. Aaron & Jenna Zint join us as Aaron shares about his porn struggle inside of their marriage and Jenna shares her journey at the same time.
Everyone's heard that "opposites attract" but what happens after they attract, fall in love, get married and then... have to figure out how to live together? We've brought in our friends Aaron and Jenna Zint which greatly represent opposites who have learned to not just live with but enjoy and value each other...even when they're so different.
If simply "getting married was your main goal, then you would compromise your character, blow past red flags, and settle for less than God’s best just to achieve your goal. Our goal has to be something bigger, something greater. We need goals and a plan to get there. We're excited to give you a sneak peak of the Date Well Men's program. Check it out on all streaming platforms and join the date well community at datewellmen.com
This month Cole and Caitlin Zick speak with Joshua Broome about the mental and emotional effects of being in the porn industry. They talk about success, shame, and finding hope away from porn. How do we become free from shame and embrace the truth? How do we allow the messy parts of ourselves to be seen? This is a story of freedom you won’t want to miss!
Let's go there. Is masturbation okay? Is it actually helpful? What's the driving force for men behind it all? We've brought in three men to talk about this topic: one who's experienced masturbation with porn, one without porn, and one who has never experienced either.
Someone special has caught your eye and now...you freeze. How do you make your move, shoot your shot, take the next step, give it a chance? We're helping you out.
You want to listen in to this month's conversation all about healing your marriage when trust is broken. Whether you're single or married, this God story is a worthwhile listen to be reminded of God's redemption, the power of forgiveness and how to build back trust after betrayal. You can't help but be filled with hope after hearing about their healing journey.
What does new creation identity really mean? How can this concept influence your sexuality? It does it in every way possible. From struggling with sexual addictions to same-sex attraction, Ken Williams shares how Romans 5, 6, 7, and 8 radically transformed his life and provides keys for others. Ken unpacks how this key is pivotal for those leaving the LGBTQ lifestyle behind. We all need this truth, make sure you check out this month's latest podcast.
There's value in having conversations about tough topics like human trafficking and pornography. Awareness and education is a critical and essential part in beginning the journey of making a difference. So join us in this conversation with Cole Zick, director of Moral Revolution, and Benji Nolot, CEO and founder of Exodus Cry, as they peel back some of the layers of the injustice of human trafficking.
For those of us who are in a season of dating, getting to know someone new can seem daunting or overwhelming! Especially with different feelings and flags popping up all over the place. So this week we had Sloane and Abram come up with an important list of red and green flags to keep an eye out for that will help make dating a little easier and prevent a lot of pain and stress in the future.
"Parents vastly underestimate the negative experiences their children are having online...pornography takes advantage of a child's natural imitative behavior." Kristen Jenson, founder of Defend Young Minds, dives into the conversation of what parents should do if they find their child has accessed porn and are acting out on other children. She firmly believes that parents should understand what's happening so that they can be mentors and support to their children.
The season of dating is one of the most important seasons of life as it consists of building identity, purpose and a possible desire for marriage. One of the most important decisions outside of Jesus is who you're going to marry, but some people are trying to arrive at the phase of marriage without building the stages of singleness. Join us as we hear Damien Giacchino bring us incredible wisdom on the 5 stages of building towards a Godly marriage.
Get behind the scenes with Brittni De La Mora who went from being a world famous porn star to now preaching the power of purity to thousands of followers. Brittni has an incredible testimony of how she left the porn industry, got married to a youth pastor and started a ministry together with her husband. She shares the importance of finding Jesus and our identity in Him, having boundaries and being transparent in order to live a pure life not just externally but internally as well.
Dr. Glenn and Phyllis join us today to talk about finding sexual and relational connection. The organization Connection Codes will equip you with everything you need to put an end to disconnection in your marriage and parenting. If you long for more in your relationships, this is for you.
Join special guest Lauren Vallotton as she unpacks her experience parenting kids through their volatile teenage years. From dealing with different cultures at school to parenting as a step-parent, the overarching goals are providing a safe place and fighting for connection. She provides both emotional and practical strategies to navigate difficult conversations and situations. No bad choice is beyond the reach of love and connection.
When it comes to dating, have you ever heard someone (maybe yourself) say, "I'm just waiting on God." We've seen that what originates with faith and dependency on God often becomes an excuse to hide and disengage, sometimes out of insecurity or fear-- not true faith. To the other extreme, where some have overcompensated and are trying to do it all on their own without the partnership with God. Want to find out where you are and what is actually healthy? Check out this episode!
Love and lust are a constant battle. But what's the difference and how do you know which one you are following?
Cole Zick sits down with Ken Williams to have an honest conversation about the topic of gender disruption in today's culture. Ken vulnerably shares his story about what it looks like to walk in a changed lifestyle out of the realm of homosexuality and into the lifestyle Jesus called him into. His new book "The Journey Out" goes into even greater depth and is available today!
What does God actually believe about sex? In this conversation, our directors Cole & Cait assess the source of our belief system. Not the conscience source but the sub conscience. What do you believe? Why do you believe it? Where did that belief system come from... especially in the area of sexuality. They dive into how important it is to be intentional to have our belief systems rooted in biblical truth rather than in the world.
“If they don’t have the information how are they going to make a good choice” Kristen Jenson, founder of Protect Young Minds, dives into the conversation of porn-proofing your kids and how you can educate your children/family. Everybody with a phone has a portal to porn in their pocket, and as soon as your kids have access to the internet is as soon as the conversation should begin. Kristen has amazing resources that every parent, Christian or not, should have access to. Check her out!
Talking about sexuality costs more than most of us want to admit. What do you do and how do you begin to navigate these situations when God calls you to step up and begin to lead in this area? What if you don't feel ready. We sat down with PJ Bedwell of Youth For Christ to have an honest conversation about this process and some key tools he's picked up along the way to navigate these bigger more sensitive topics.