Pure Desire Podcast
632 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 609 ratingsA weekly podcast helping you take back your life from the effects of unwanted sexual behavior and betrayal trauma.
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088 - Leading Seven Pillars
March 12, 2019 14:54 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBWhat does it take to lead men through healing from sexual addiction? What do I need in order to lead these men? What kinds of support and resources do I need to effectively lead men into sexual integrity? We answer these questions and more in today's episode. RESOURCES SEVEN PILLARS OF FREEDOM SEVEN PILLARS OF FREEDOM LEADER’S GUIDE GROUP GUIDELINES RECOVERY ACTION PLAN FASTER SCALE COMMITMENT TO CHANGE GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 S...
Episode 088 - Leading Seven Pillars
March 12, 2019 14:54 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBWhat does it take to lead men through healing from sexual addiction? What do I need in order to lead these men? What kinds of support and resources do I need to effectively lead men into sexual integrity? We answer these questions and more in today's episode. RESOURCES SEVEN PILLARS OF FREEDOM SEVEN PILLARS OF FREEDOM LEADER’S GUIDE GROUP GUIDELINES RECOVERY ACTION PLAN FASTER SCALE COMMITMENT TO CHANGE
Episode 088 - Leading 7 Pillars
March 12, 2019 14:54 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBWhat does it take to lead men through healing from sexual addiction? What do I need in order to lead these men? What kinds of support and resources do I need to effectively lead men into sexual integrity? We answer these questions and more in today's episode.
Episode 087 - SWORD Drill
March 05, 2019 16:51 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBWe talk to our founder, Dr. Ted Roberts, about the practical bible studying tool used in our group resources–the SWORD Drill. We look at Nehemiah 8:10 and walk through how to read, experience, understand and implement practical steps from God's word. RESOURCES READING THE BIBLE WITH RABBI JESUS (BOOK)
087 - SWORD Drill
March 05, 2019 16:51 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWe talk to our founder, Dr. Ted Roberts, about the practical bible studying tool used in our group resources–the SWORD Drill. We look at Nehemiah 8:10 and walk through how to read, experience, understand and implement practical steps from God's word. RESOURCES READING THE BIBLE WITH RABBI JESUS (BOOK) GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Gr...
Episode 086 - Stories Of Healing: Rick Bulman
February 26, 2019 15:40 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MBWe talk to Rick Bulman about how he and his wife, Tiffany, walked through the darkest of times in their marriage and how God took that mess and made it their message. We talk with Rick about what gave them hope and healing, the role of counseling in their recovery, how their relationships have healed, and their new book Mended. RESOURCES MENDED (BOOK) BY RICK & TIFFANY BULMAN GOTTMAN INSTITUTE HOPE FOR MEN FASTER SCALE CONNECTED (RESOURCE) MENDED INSTAGRAM MENDED FACEBOOK
086 - Stories Of Healing: Rick Bulman
February 26, 2019 15:40 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBWe talk to Rick Bulman about how he and his wife, Tiffany, walked through the darkest of times in their marriage and how God took that mess and made it their message. We talk with Rick about what gave them hope and healing, the role of counseling in their recovery, how their relationships have healed, and their new book Mended. RESOURCES MENDED (BOOK) BY RICK & TIFFANY BULMAN GOTTMAN INSTITUTE HOPE FOR MEN FASTER SCALE CONNECTED (RESOURCE) MENDED INSTAGRAM MENDED FACEBOOK GET STARTE...
Episode 085 - Unwanted (Pt. 2)
February 19, 2019 15:14 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBWe talk to Jay Stringer, author, and mental health counselor, about his research and book, Unwanted. We talk to Jay about what he found in his research of almost 4,000 people, how to listen to your lust, and his involvement in the Heart of Man movie. RESOURCES WWW.JAY-STRINGER.COM UNWANTED (Jay’s book) JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF MAN ONLINE COURSE HEART OF MAN MOVIE HEART OF MAN on Netflix
085 - Unwanted (Pt. 2)
February 19, 2019 15:14 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBWe talk to Jay Stringer, author, and mental health counselor, about his research and book, Unwanted. We talk to Jay about what he found in his research of almost 4,000 people, how to listen to your lust, and his involvement in the Heart of Man movie. RESOURCES WWW.JAY-STRINGER.COM UNWANTED (Jay’s book) JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF MAN ONLINE COURSE HEART OF MAN MOVIE HEART OF MAN on Netflix GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom F...
Episode 084 - Unwanted (Pt. 1)
February 12, 2019 17:30 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBWe talk to Jay Stringer, Mental Health Counselor and author of the new book Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing. We talk to Jay about his story and how he got into counseling. We also talk to him about how our sexual failures are roadmaps into our past harm, and how God views our sexuality. RESOURCES WWW.JAY-STRINGER.COM UNWANTED (Jay’s book) JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF MAN ONLINE COURSE
084 - Unwanted (Pt. 1)
February 12, 2019 17:30 - 27 minutes - 25 MBWe talk to Jay Stringer, Mental Health Counselor and author of the new book Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing. We talk to Jay about his story and how he got into counseling. We also talk to him about how our sexual failures are roadmaps into our past harm, and how God views our sexuality. RESOURCES WWW.JAY-STRINGER.COM UNWANTED (Jay’s book) JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF MAN ONLINE COURSE GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5...
083 - Genesis Process
February 05, 2019 18:02 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBWe talk to the author of Genesis Process and creator of the FASTER Scale tool, Michael Dye. We talk to him about the history of the Genesis Process, how it works, how the FASTER Scale was created, and more. RESOURCES GENESIS PROCESS WORKBOOK GENESIS PROCESS WEBSITE GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebo...
Episode 083 - Genesis Process
February 05, 2019 18:02 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBWe talk to the author of Genesis Process and creator of the FASTER Scale tool, Michael Dye. We talk to him about the history of the Genesis Process, how it works, how the FASTER Scale was created, and more. RESOURCES GENESIS PROCESS WORKBOOK GENESIS PROCESS WEBSITE
082 - FAQ #7
January 29, 2019 18:10 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBWe talk about how much to care about other people's recovery, examples of practical healthy habits in life, if we can or should watch shows like Game of Thrones, what married couples can do after group, and so much more. Email your question to: [email protected] Use the subject line: PD PODCAST DM/Message us GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Des...
Episode 082 - FAQ #7
January 29, 2019 18:10 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBWe talk about how much to care about other people's recovery, examples of practical healthy habits in life, if we can or should watch shows like Game of Thrones, what married couples can do after group, and so much more. Email your question to: [email protected] Use the subject line: PD PODCAST DM/Message us
081 - Forgiveness & Sexual Brokenness
January 22, 2019 17:25 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWe talk to Scott Bradley, Senior Pastor of As Is Church, about forgiveness. We define what forgiveness is, the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, how forgiveness changes a family, and more. RESOURCES FORGIVENESS FACTOR AS IS CHURCH GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us on I...
Episode 081 - Forgiveness & Sexual Brokenness
January 22, 2019 17:25 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBWe talk to Scott Bradley, Senior Pastor of As Is Church, about forgiveness. We define what forgiveness is, the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, how forgiveness changes a family, and more. RESOURCES FORGIVENESS FACTOR AS IS CHURCH
Episode 080 - Accountability Software: Covenant Eyes
January 15, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MBWe talk to Ron DeeHas, president and co-founder of Covenant Eyes, about accountability software and the role it plays in recovery from sexual addiction. Ron shares the history of Covenant Eyes, the benefits to having accountability software, and what the future holds for accountability software. RESOURCES NEHEMIAH MINISTRIES PORN PHENOMENON (COVENANT EYES, BARNA, & JOSH MCDOWELL MINISTRIES) COVENANT EYES EBOOKS COVENANT EYES WEBSITE DIGITAL NATIVES COVENANT EYES SCREEN-ACCOUNTA...
080 - Accountability Software: Covenant Eyes
January 15, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWe talk to Ron DeeHas, president and co-founder of Covenant Eyes, about accountability software and the role it plays in recovery from sexual addiction. Ron shares the history of Covenant Eyes, the benefits to having accountability software, and what the future holds for accountability software. RESOURCES NEHEMIAH MINISTRIES PORN PHENOMENON (COVENANT EYES, BARNA, & JOSH MCDOWELL MINISTRIES) COVENANT EYES EBOOKS COVENANT EYES WEBSITE DIGITAL NATIVES COVENANT EYES SCREEN-ACCOUNTABILITY ...
Episode 079 - Leading Betrayal & Beyond
January 08, 2019 16:04 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBWe talk about leading Betrayal & Beyond groups. We talk about what the goal of the group is, who can lead the groups, and what materials are needed for leading. We also discuss how husbands can support their wives as they lead Betrayal & Beyond groups, some best practices and some no's-no's as a leader. RESOURCES BETRAYAL & BEYOND KIT BETRAYAL & BEYOND LEADER’S GUIDE BETRAYAL & BEYOND PODCAST EPISODE GROUP GUIDELINES TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES PODCAST REGISTER YOUR GROUP HERE
079 - Leading Betrayal & Beyond
January 08, 2019 16:04 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBWe talk about leading Betrayal & Beyond groups. We talk about what the goal of the group is, who can lead the groups, and what materials are needed for leading. We also discuss how husbands can support their wives as they lead Betrayal & Beyond groups, some best practices and some no's-no's as a leader. RESOURCES BETRAYAL & BEYOND KIT BETRAYAL & BEYOND LEADER’S GUIDE BETRAYAL & BEYOND PODCAST EPISODE GROUP GUIDELINES TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES PODCAST REGISTER YOUR GROUP HERE GET STARTED ...
Episode 078 - Help! My Kid is Looking At Porn
January 01, 2019 17:41 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBWe talk through what to do if you find out your kid is looking at porn. We talk about how to prepare yourself for this potential situation, how to dive into the conversation, some do's and don'ts, and more.
078 - Help! My Kid is Looking At Porn
January 01, 2019 17:41 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBWe talk through what to do if you find out your kid is looking at porn. We talk about how to prepare yourself for this potential situation, how to dive into the conversation, some do's and don'ts, and more. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on X (Twitter)
077 - A Healthy Holiday
December 25, 2018 16:01 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBWe talk through 3 tips on having a healthy holiday. We discuss handling stress during the holidays, communicating your feelings and its effects, and how to identify isolation. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on X (Twitter)
Episode 077 - A Healthy Holiday
December 25, 2018 16:01 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBWe talk through 3 tips on having a healthy holiday. We discuss handling stress during the holidays, communicating your feelings and its effects, and how to identify isolation.
Episode 076 - Dismissing Group Members
December 18, 2018 17:09 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBWe talk about the difficult situation of dismissing group members. We talk about when to dismiss group members, what the process looks like, what follow up looks like, what to do when you're the one being dismissed, and more. RESOURCES GROUP REFERRAL CRITERIA TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES PODCAST EPISODE
076 - Dismissing Group Members
December 18, 2018 17:09 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWe talk about the difficult situation of dismissing group members. We talk about when to dismiss group members, what the process looks like, what follow up looks like, what to do when you're the one being dismissed, and more. RESOURCES GROUP REFERRAL CRITERIA TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES TOOL GROUP GUIDELINES PODCAST EPISODE GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pu...
075 - Thought Life
December 11, 2018 15:35 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWe talk through five practices for sexual integrity in our thought life. We discuss preparing for the battle each day, practicing breath prayers, the involvement of group members, and more. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on X (Twitter)
Episode 075 - Thought Life
December 11, 2018 15:35 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBWe talk through five practices for sexual integrity in our thought life. We discuss preparing for the battle each day, practicing breath prayers, the involvement of group members, and more.
Episode 074 - 4 Ways To Renew Your Mind
December 04, 2018 17:30 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBWe talk about 4 ways to practically renew your mind. We talk about how often these practices should be done, where in Scripture these are supported, and encouragements as we implement them in our lives.
074 - 4 Ways To Renew Your Mind
December 04, 2018 17:30 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBWe talk about 4 ways to practically renew your mind. We talk about how often these practices should be done, where in Scripture these are supported, and encouragements as we implement them in our lives. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Follow us on X (Twitter)
073 - Help! I Don't Have My Church's Support
November 27, 2018 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBWe talk about the situation where your church isn't supportive of Pure Desire groups. We talk through why some churches struggle seeing the need for these groups, how to best respond if this happens, what to do if you're in this situation, and much more. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow us ...
Episode 073 - Help! I Don't Have My Church's Support
November 27, 2018 17:00 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBWe talk about the situation where your church isn't supportive of Pure Desire groups. We talk through why some churches struggle seeing the need for these groups, how to best respond if this happens, what to do if you're in this situation, and much more.
Episode 072 - FAQ #6
November 20, 2018 16:40 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBWe talk through more Frequently Asked Questions. The questions on today's episode cover topics like how shame diminishes, what to do when a spouse isn't involved in your recovery action plan, how long it takes to get sexually healthy, if disclosure in a dating relationship is ok, and more. Email your question to: [email protected] Use the subject line: PD PODCAST DM/Message us RESOURCES FASTER SCALE TOOL RECOVERY ACTION PLAN TOOL GROUP GUIDELINE’S PODCAST EPISODE REGIONAL ...
072 - FAQ #6
November 20, 2018 16:40 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBWe talk through more Frequently Asked Questions. The questions on today's episode cover topics like how shame diminishes, what to do when a spouse isn't involved in your recovery action plan, how long it takes to get sexually healthy, if disclosure in a dating relationship is ok, and more. Email your question to: [email protected] Use the subject line: PD PODCAST DM/Message us RESOURCES FASTER SCALE TOOL RECOVERY ACTION PLAN TOOL GROUP GUIDELINE’S PODCAST EPISODE REGIONAL GROUP ...
Episode 071 – Preaching & Purity
November 13, 2018 17:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBWe talk through why preaching about sexual integrity and brokenness can be so challenging for the church. We discuss guidelines to preaching on sexual purity, what messages we inadvertently speak when avoiding the topic, how much is too much to share from the stage, and much more.
071 – Preaching & Purity
November 13, 2018 17:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWe talk through why preaching about sexual integrity and brokenness can be so challenging for the church. We discuss guidelines to preaching on sexual purity, what messages we inadvertently speak when avoiding the topic, how much is too much to share from the stage, and much more. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow...
Episode 070 – Stories Of Healing–Mike Maxwell
November 06, 2018 16:04 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBWe hear Mike Maxwell's story of healing from his porn addiction. He talks through what was at the core of his addiction and the destruction that it left in his life. He also talks about when things finally clicked and how God has redeemed his relationships and destiny. RESOURCES Email Mike for a copy of his book, Purity Driven Life: [email protected]
070 – Stories Of Healing–Mike Maxwell
November 06, 2018 16:04 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBWe hear Mike Maxwell's story of healing from his porn addiction. He talks through what was at the core of his addiction and the destruction that it left in his life. He also talks about when things finally clicked and how God has redeemed his relationships and destiny. RESOURCES Email Mike for a copy of his book, Purity Driven Life: [email protected]
070 – Stories Of Healing: Mike Maxwell
November 06, 2018 16:04 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBWe hear Mike Maxwell's story of healing from his porn addiction. He talks through what was at the core of his addiction and the destruction that it left in his life. He also talks about when things finally clicked and how God has redeemed his relationships and destiny. RESOURCES Email Mike for a copy of his book, Purity Driven Life: [email protected] GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute ...
069 – Legal Issues In Group
October 30, 2018 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWe talk about Legal Issues that arise in Pure Desire groups. We discuss how often legal issues come up, what types of issues come up, and how groups/group leaders can prepare themselves for potential issues. We also talk through do's and don'ts when handling legal issues and more. RESOURCES THE SILENT BATTLE by Rich Moore STATE STATUTES GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consu...
Episode 069 – Legal Issues In Group
October 30, 2018 16:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBWe talk about Legal Issues that arise in Pure Desire groups. We discuss how often legal issues come up, what types of issues come up, and how groups/group leaders can prepare themselves for potential issues. We also talk through do's and don'ts when handling legal issues and more. RESOURCES THE SILENT BATTLE by Rich Moore STATE STATUTES
Episode 068 – Father Wound
October 23, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBWe talk about the Father Wound. We discuss what it is, how it compares to a Mother Wound, and how to recognize if you have a wound. We also talk through where in Scripture we see the Father Wound, how we address it, and how not to pass it on to our kids. RESOURCES WHEN HE’S MARRIED TO MOM by Kenneth Adams SILENTLY SEDUCED by Kenneth Adams ACT ON LIFE NOT ON ANGER by Georg H. Eifert, Matthew McKay, & John P. Forsyth
068 – Father Wound
October 23, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBWe talk about the Father Wound. We discuss what it is, how it compares to a Mother Wound, and how to recognize if you have a wound. We also talk through where in Scripture we see the Father Wound, how we address it, and how not to pass it on to our kids. RESOURCES WHEN HE’S MARRIED TO MOM by Kenneth Adams SILENTLY SEDUCED by Kenneth Adams ACT ON LIFE NOT ON ANGER by Georg H. Eifert, Matthew McKay, & John P. Forsyth GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Fre...
Episode 067 - Sexual Health For Singles
October 16, 2018 14:18 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBWe talk about sexual health for single men and women. We discuss what healthy sexuality is, the true definition of intimacy, and what it looks like to pursue sexual health as a single person. We also touch on common misconceptions of sexuality for singles.
067 - Sexual Health For Singles
October 16, 2018 14:18 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBWe talk about sexual health for single men and women. We discuss what healthy sexuality is, the true definition of intimacy, and what it looks like to pursue sexual health as a single person. We also touch on common misconceptions of sexuality for singles.
067 - Sexual Health For Singles w/ Ben Bennett
October 16, 2018 14:18 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBWe talk about sexual health for single men and women. We discuss what healthy sexuality is, the true definition of intimacy, and what it looks like to pursue sexual health as a single person. We also touch on common misconceptions of sexuality for singles. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us on Facebook Follow u...
066 – Developing Group Leaders
October 09, 2018 16:30 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBWe talk about the importance of developing Pure Desire group leaders. We discuss the requirements for being a group leader, what to look for in a potential leader, and things to avoid when looking for new leaders. We also talk through what developing group leaders looks like. GET STARTED Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling Consultation Join A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALS Follow us o...
Episode 066 – Developing Group Leaders
October 09, 2018 16:30 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBWe talk about the importance of developing Pure Desire group leaders. We discuss the requirements for being a group leader, what to look for in a potential leader, and things to avoid when looking for new leaders. We also talk through what developing group leaders looks like.
Episode 065 - Leading Conquer Groups
October 02, 2018 16:30 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBWe talk through 6 tips (and a bonus) on leading Conquer Series groups. We discuss leading by example, shaming in group, relationship with God, confidentiality, and more. RESOURCES CONQUER SERIES KIT CONQUER SERIES TRAINING & PROMOTIONAL VIDEOS