Pure Life Ministries Podcast

Revelation 07 - And They Did Not Repent

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Revelation 9: As the trumpet judgments intensify, humanity faces a more direct confrontation by the Lord. John describes terrifying forces unleashed, suffering so severe people long for death. And yet many still refuse to repent. The sobering warning for us today is that hardship can harden hearts unless we turn to God before defiance becomes our default.

#668 - A Wife's Path Through Suffering & Pain

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

To many's surprise, life with God is not just one joyful moment after another. The truth is, suffering is part of the Christian walk. Wives wounded by a husband’s porn addiction or infidelity, know this truth personally.

Kathy Gallagher joins the podcast to offer clarity, comfort, and a God‑centered hope for wives navigating pain, confusion, and the hard questions of why God allows suffering in their marriage.

Resources we mentioned:

Hope for Struggling Marriages (Video Series) By Kathy Gallagher
When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher
Hope for Hurting Wives (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
Refined as Silver (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
Learn More About the Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference
Register for the Conference

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Bonus (from #667 - God-First Dating in a Sex-First Culture)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we wanted to release some extra content from our recent conversation about dating. In this extended segment, the guys share practical, Christ‑centered principles for building a strong, Spirit‑filled marriage. Their simple, memorable insights offer encouragement for anyone dating, preparing for marriage, or hoping to cultivate a home rooted in faith.

Resources we mentioned:

#667 - God-First Dating in a Sex-First Culture (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries

#667 - God-First Dating in a Sex-First Culture

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

There are over 5,000 dating sites and apps worldwide. It’s clear people are longing for connection. But in a culture that celebrates casual intimacy and moral compromise, how should a Christian approach dating? We certainly cannot follow the pattern our culture has normalized.

This week, three married staff members share how God guided their dating journeys with intention, faith, and purpose. If you desire a relationship that honors God and lays a solid foundation for marriage, this episode offers candid insights to help you navigate this hazardous terrain.

This conversation is especially meaningful for those rebuilding their lives after sexual sin.

Resources we mentioned:

How to Approach Dating as a Christian (Article) By Pure Life Ministries
#393 - Is Purity all that Matters in Christian Dating? (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries

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Revelation 06 - The Calm Before the Storm

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

After the seventh seal is broken, and before God judges the earth, there are thirty minutes of silence in Heaven. Millions of saints and angels stop everything they are doing at the sober reality of the impending judgment. While this is a great and terrible scene, even then, God's heart is still longing for men and women to turn their hearts to Him in repentance while they still can.

#666 - Seeing the Lies Behind Temptation

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Breaking free from sexual sin can feel overwhelming, especially with temptations everywhere. One of the keys to winning is developing a sensitive conscience towards sin and recognizing the deceptive nature of temptation. In this episode, biblical counselor Regan Bowman shares insights on discerning Holy Spirit conviction and cultivating a heart that responds to God.

Resources we mentioned:

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Revelation 05 - Sealed and Protected

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Revelation 6 ends saying that the great day of the wrath of God has come and asks the question, who can withstand it? Revelation 7 answers that question as we see true believers sealed and protected from that wrath as it falls upon the earth. What does this mean? And why is this chapter followed by a scene where many saints are seen worshiping before the throne? Find out with Steve Gallagher on the next episode in our Revelation series.

#665 - Lust Can Be DEFEATED

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Lust can feel like an unbeatable opponent. But it isn’t. This episode exposes the enemy’s predictable playbook—every move driven by the same tactics he's been using for 1000s of years. Many believers feel trapped by lust when real freedom is right there for the taking. Too often we rely on our own strength, instead of fighting a spiritual battle with powerful, spiritual weapons.

Resources we mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher
Learn More About the Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference
Register for the Conference

Have Any Questions for Our Upcoming Q & A? 📧Email: podcast@purelifeministries.org

From the Chapel: Faith Founded on the Truth

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

From the Chapel: In this passionate talk that Nate Danser gave on faith at a special Sunday evening service in the Pure Life Ministries Chapel, he emphasizes that a faith that withstands the storms of life is founded on the truth rather than our own blind whims. We need the kind of faith that does not listen to our feelings or what our past experience tells. Rather, we need a faith founded on the truth of God's Word.

#664 - Truth Does Not Bend to Your Desires

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The world keeps redefining truth; but that struggle isn’t new. Since the garden of Eden, humanity is continually tempted to question God’s Word and follow self instead. While this path promises fulfillment, it always brings coldness and chaos. Yet God’s truth will always remain steady, rooted, and unshakable, offering strength and clarity for all who cling to His Word.

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Overcoming Difficulties in Your Marriage

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This week’s bonus episode features a wives Q&A from our 2021 annual conference. Hear honest, heartfelt answers to some of the most common questions wives ask. Joining the panel are ministry cofounder Kathy Gallagher and biblical counselors Susan Smith and Jessie Meldrum. This conversation offers wisdom, clarity, and encouragement for wives in every season.

Learn More About the Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

#663 - The POWER of a Truth-Filled Life | Q&A

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode of the podcast, we're playing a 2024 conference Q&A featuring graduates of our residential and virtual counseling programs. They share practical, firsthand insight on how sincere believers can live holy, consecrated lives and remain faithful to Christ while navigating and responding to a godless culture.

Learn More About the Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

Revelation 04 - What Do the 7 Seals Really Mean?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Revelation 6 famously depicts the opening of the 7 seals. Each opening results in an increase of trouble and despair upon the earth. Specifically, the breaking of the 6th seal ushers in the ominous "Day of the Lord" - a day of great judgment on those in rebellion to Him, but also God's final call of repentance and surrender before mercy is cut off forever.

#662 - Why Effective Ministry Requires Genuine Devotion to Christ

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Ministry is often treated as a title, but it is meant to be an act of service. Continuing the theme of devotion, this episode features Josh Rowand, a man with extensive experience in ministry. Once serving for himself while hiding a life of sin, he now knows that ministry involves much more than image and being busy – it’s about helping others in humility, sincerity, and a faith that is actively lived out rather than merely spoken.

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Resources we mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher

Revelation 03 - God Reveals His Sovereignty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us for a special bonus segment where Steve Gallagher teaches on Revelation 4 & 5. We’ll examine John’s vision of Heaven, where seeing the Lord on His throne offers profound comfort—proving God is fully in control before the coming persecution and devastating judgments.

We also explore how God is celebrated as Creator, affirming His authority and right to accomplish His will. Don't miss this essential teaching on divine sovereignty.

#661 - Devotion to God is CRITICAL to Overcoming Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In Song of Solomon 1:4, the bride says to the bridegroom, "Draw me after you and let us run together." What a picture of sincere desire for the Lord! But let's be honest. For many regular church attendees in the United States, it's easy to SAY they love the Lord like that, but their lives outside of the church speak something different.

Devotion to the Lord is CRITICAL for victory over sin for today, and for the dark days ahead. Steve and Kathy Gallagher discuss this and more on this week's episode.

Resources:

Hope for Struggling Marriages (Video Series) By Kathy Gallagher
Hope for Hurting Wives (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

Revelation 02 - God's Message to the Churches of Today

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Who is the true focus of Revelation? In this bonus segment covering chapters 1-3, we explore the glorious vision of the risen Christ and His urgent message to His people. Steve Gallagher explains why the 7 letters from Jesus to the churches aren't just merely ancient history - all of them can be seen in the global church TODAY. Are we asleep like Sardis or enduring like Smyrna? These warnings are vital for believers in the last days. Listen now to hear what Jesus is saying to you.

#660 - The Devotion God Deserves

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Jesus said you can’t serve two masters, because you can only be truly devoted to one. The One all Christians should be devoted to is Christ.

But are we?

Why do so many Christian organizations exist to help Christians out of addictions? Perhaps it has to do with our devotion and who our hearts truly serve. In this week’s episode, Patrick Hudson delves into the seriousness of knowing what our hearts are truly fixed on and encourages us to pursue a life that is wholly devoted to God.

Resources:

From the Chapel: When Andrew's Eyes Were Opened

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

From the Chapel: Andrew was full of pride. He was enslaved to sexual sin yet saw himself as spiritually superior to those around him including those he was sinning against. But when he came to the Pure Life Ministries Residential Program, the Lord revealed the reality of his condition through the power of His Word and gave Andrew the beautiful gift of repentance and newness of life.

#659 - Common Questions, Biblical Answers Q&A

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In the 40 years Pure Life Ministries has been counseling, we've never stopped supplying Biblical answers to those in sexual sin, to wives in their devastation, and to the sincere believer in their walk with the Lord.

In this episode, we answer some of our most common questions, as well as viewers’ concerns on their personal journey with God. Questions like:
• How can I know my husband has truly repented?
• Am I in a dry time because of hidden sin?
• How can I balance life's responsibilities and my relationship with God?

Joshua Broadhurst and Bernardo Arjona answer questions like these in this month's Q&A.

Resources we mentioned:

#656 - The Modern Face of Idolatry (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries
Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

#658 - Uncovering Your Hidden Idols

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

David prayed "Search me, O God, and know my heart." What a bold request! What would happen if you asked Him to search your heart? It may feel unsettling to think about—but it can change everything. Could there be hidden idols shaping your life without you realizing it?

On today’s podcast, we explore why this question matters and how it could transform your walk with Christ. Join us for an enlightening discussion you won’t want to miss.

Resources we mentioned:

The Ten Commandments: Reasonable Rules for Life (Book) By D.L. Moody

Revelation 01 - The Mystery and the Meaning

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

"The Revelation of Jesus Christ." From its very first verse, the final book of the Bible presents us with a profound question: Is this a message from Jesus about the future, or is it an unveiling of Jesus Himself?

Revelation is certainly filled with deep mysteries and complex symbolism, but it is not meant to be ignored. It is a book of awe and urgency that every believer is called to read, hear, and heed.

Discover the blessing promised to those who embrace this prophecy as we venture through the book of Revelation with Steve Gallagher in this series of interviews from our archives.

#657 - When Idols Take Over

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

We live in a universe of cause and effect. As Galatians 6 warns, "Whatever a man sows, this he will also reap."

So what happens when someone continually sows to idols instead of God? This episode, we dig into the patterns of a self-serving life, expose the spiritual dangers, and reveal the inevitable consequences that follow.

Resources we mentioned:

i: The Root of Sin Exposed (Book) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: What Happens When We Truly See Jesus

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

From the Chapel: It is impossible to serve two masters, for we will love one and hate the other. We cannot hate the world in our flesh. We must see how beautiful Jesus is if we are to turn away from sin.

Resources we mentioned:

When I Saw Him: Where Revival Begins (Book) By Roy Hession

#656 - The Modern Face of Idolatry

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Idolatry isn't only for ancient times. Idolatry is alive TODAY! Take a journey through the history of idol worship (and even do a little science) for a deeper understanding of how it works, how the Lord is affected by it, and what it means for your Christian walk. Join Steve Gallagher as he exposes the modern face of Idolatry.

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#601 (REPLAY) - Build Each Other Up in Love | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Resources:

The Story of Bob & Lori (Testimony)
On the Same Team (Podcast Series)

#655 - Mercy is MORE Than Forgiveness | Wholly Devoted Disciples

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

What role has "mercy" played in your strategy while battling sexual sin? For many believers, it only goes beyond God's gracious canceling of their sin. But mercy is so much more than that! It's a force to be reckoned with and has served as the linchpin for many Pure Life grads in their life-long freedom from addiction.

In this episode, Biblical counselor, Regan Bowman, opens our eyes to the transforming power of God's everlasting mercy.

📧Email: podcast@purelifeministries.org

Resources we mentioned:

#442 - |Victory| Mercy Saved Frank's Life (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries
Lost No More (Frank Leonetti’s Testimony)

Timeless Truths: It's Hard to Deal with Sin's Consequences the Right Way

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Timeless Truths: Walking through the aftermath of our sin can easily lead us into self-pity. It can also lead us to ignore lessons God is trying to teach us. But if we walk through consequences by putting our trust in the Lord and seeking to learn the lessons He has for us, we will find a tremendous amount of good can come out of them.

In this interview from the archives, Austin Kropf joins us to share some of the attitudes we should have if we are to let the Lord have His way and accomplish His will in our lives while going through the effects of sin.

#654 - When Every Part of Your Life Belongs to God | Wholly Devoted Disciples

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

When you look at your daily choices, what do they reveal about your true devotion? If someone observed your life for a period of time, what would they say defined you? Our devotions aren't just what we say we value. They're revealed in how we live.

In episode 4 of our "Wholly Devoted Disciples" series, we unpack the vital topic of devotion and challenge ourselves to live fully for Jesus.

Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

Resources we mentioned:

The Story of Nolan & Kendra (Testimony)
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#653 - Holiness Isn't a Dirty Word | Wholly Devoted Disciples

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The Old Testament is full of imagery of God's holiness. The consecration of the priests and vessels for the temple powerfully illustrate how we must reflect that holiness ourselves. But a lot of Christians today seem to think holy and consecrated lifestyles are just for those who lived during the "first big section of the Bible."

But the truth is, they really do apply to our lives today, and are deeply connected to victory over sexual sin.

Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

Resources we mentioned:

#359 - What Role Does Consecration Play in Freedom from Porn? (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries
#513 - A Holy Home | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries
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Plans for 2026 on the Podcast

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The heart of our podcast has been and always will be to help people grapple with the real truths of Christianity and apply them to their lives. That's not always comfortable, and it's not always what we hear in the Christian culture of our day, but it is the truth that sets men free—and keeps them free!

Director of Ministry Outreach, Patrick Hudson, steps in front of the camera to share a brief word about how we plan to accomplish this moving in to 2026!

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#652 - True Grace and Faith | Wholly Devoted Disciples

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

When a Christian learns what the Lord offers His followers through His grace and their faith, they can live a truly different life.

Now grace and faith are two of the most foundational concepts in Christianity. Many may think that means they don’t really need to hear any more about them in order to win the battle against sexual sin. But the truth is that, far too often, these crucial components of Christianity are terribly misunderstood.

That’s partly why so many Christians are stuck in sin.

Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

Resources we mentioned:

#651 - Why Real Repentance Matters | Wholly Devoted Disciples

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Devotion. What do you think of when you hear that word? Maybe it conjures up a sense of loyalty, of someone or something always being there—dedication.

Our latest series is called, “Wholly Devoted Disciples” where we will touch on different aspects of what it means to be a wholly devoted disciple of Jesus and why those aspects are vital to winning the battle against sexual sin.

In this first episode, Steve Gallagher discusses where devoted discipleship begins: repentance.

Pure Life Ministries 26th Annual Conference

Timeless Truths: We Must Live By Faith, Not Feelings

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Timeless Truths: We naturally do not want to put faith into what the Word of God says. One example of that is when Scripture tells us to “give thanks in all circumstances.” Certainly every believer has struggled with some situation that has challenged their belief in that declaration.

We have to learn to live not by what our emotions dictate, but by putting faith in the commands and the promises of Scripture. When we exercise faith, the One who has written those promises will give us the power to obey His commands.

And let’s not forget, if you’re listening to this podcast because you struggle with sexual sin, you especially need to learn that lesson. No matter how strongly you feel temptation, you can exercise faith and experience victory through the power of His Spirit!

#650 - Sexual Sin Q&A: Answers for Young Men (Part 2)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Timothy was a young man who carried a strong leadership position in the early church. And one of the Apostle Paul’s signature pieces of advice to him was to flee youthful lusts.

Young men in the Church of our day must heed that same advice! But how is that possible in a culture overrun with temptation at every turn?

Part 2 of our Young Men’s Sexual Sin Q&A delves deeper into time-tested Biblical truths to overcome sexual addiction. This week we tackle issues like “How do I get out of a repetitive cycle of sin?” “Is it ok if I lust but don’t act out physically?” “I want to talk to somebody about my struggles, but I feel ashamed,” and more.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Ask the Counselor | Entertainment: Where Do I Draw the Line?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Ask the Counselor: How should Christian men fighting for freedom from sexual sin engage with the worldly entertainment that is all around them? Biblical counselors Regan, Josh, and Tyler join us to answer that very question.

Resources we mentioned:

#649 - Sexual Sin Q&A: Answers for Young Men (Part 1) (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries
#650 - Sexual Sin Q&A: Answers for Young Men (Part 2) (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries

#649 - Sexual Sin Q&A: Answers for Young Men (Part 1)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

2000 years ago, Paul told the Corinthian Christians to RUN from sexual sin because our bodies are meant to be the dwelling place for God’s Spirit! This requires us to stand AGAINST cultural norms and let God’s Word set the standard for our behavior.

This is the first of a two-part episode where our counselors answer questions from young men about purity. In this episode we’ll tackle things like “What’s too far physically in a dating relationship?” “Is co-habitation really a big deal?” “Is sexting a sin,” and more.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Book) By Steve Gallagher

#648 - A New Season for the Podcast

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In our latest episode, Nate Danser is joined by fellow staff member Josh Bergstrom in the studio to share some exciting news about the future of the show. Plus, Steve Gallagher joins us not as a guest—but as our host! Tune in to hear a behind-the-scenes look at how God is leading the ministry into a new season. You won’t want to miss this heartfelt and hope-filled conversation that marks a major turning point for the Pure Life Ministries Podcast.

Resources we mentioned:

The Story of Bob & Lori (Testimony)
The Story of Nolan & Kendra (Testimony)

#647 - Don't Wait for God to Expose Your Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus said that every deed done in secret would eventually be exposed. It’s not a question of if…just a matter of when. That's a frightening thought for those who have done a lot of shameful things in secret. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the danger of hiding sin, what happens in our souls when we refuse to bring our sins into the light, and the blessing of dealing with our sin in God’s chosen way.

Resources we mentioned:

Don't Wait for God to Expose Your Sin (Article) By Patrick Hudson
#482 - Do I Have to Confess My Sin? | Ask the Counselor (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries
#483 - Why Does My Wife Need to Know About My Sin? | Ask the Counselor (Podcast Episode) By Pure Life Ministries

#646 - Unveiling Yahweh Part 2

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Study the writings of godly men throughout the ages, and one thing stands out: In their eyes, He was incomparable, unsearchable and eternal. He wasn’t just a little better than the false gods, there was no comparison. He wasn’t just barely deserving of His people’s worship, He was worthy of total and utter devotion. In Part 2 of our Unveiling Yahweh episode, the PLM speaking team sits down to discuss Steve Gallagher's sermon on the greatness of God and will talk about why having a vision of God's greatness is so important for every professing believer.

Resources:

Obtain a Greater Sight of Yahweh (Sermon) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: How God's Kindness Led Ben to Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

From the Chapel: When Ben came into the Residential Program, he was angry at God and unwilling to take responsibility for his sin. But when he saw how good God had been to him despite his rebellion, his heart was broken and he came into true repentance.

#645 - Unveiling Yahweh Part 1

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

About a year ago, we embarked on a new preaching series called "Unveiling Yahweh." Why? Because Scripture tells us that without a sight of God, we are spiritually foolish, shortsighted, proud, and hard-hearted. But when the eyes of our hearts are opened, His glory convicts us, breaks our pride and selfishness, leads us to repentance and then fills us with hope, courage, purity and love.

In this 2-part episode, the speaking team of Pure Life Ministries will discuss two sermons that are part of this series, in hopes that your eyes will open to see the transforming glory of God.

Resources:

What Does it Mean to Know God (Sermon) By Nate Danser

#644 - Why You Should Read "Gladys Aylward: The Little Woman"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

At an evangelistic meeting, Gladys Aylward gave God a complete surrender of body and soul. Soon, the call came: go to China. It seemed impossible, but she was convinced if He had called her, He would lead and provide. Her story is both amazing and ordinary—her daring feats of bravery in the midst of the Japanese–Chinese war and her perilous trek leading a hundred children to freedom. Yet it also shines with simple acts of love and faith, flowing from her conviction that everyone needs to know the love of God in Jesus Christ. Her story is extraordinary, yet accessible to all. And it’s yet another reason why we think you should read Christian biographies.

Resources we mentioned:

Gladys Aylward: The Little Woman (Book) By Christine Hunter & Gladys Aylward

Timeless Truths: A Husband and Wife Must Bear Each Other in Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: Restoring a marriage from the ruin of sexual sin isn't easy. The husband needs to bear his wife as she fights through the pain, fear and anger. The wife ought to bear her husband as he battles his way out of lust. But if they'll persist in walking in love, the Lord will do a miracle in them.

#643 - How Can I Renew My Mind? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Every true believer struggling with sin will eventually realize just how deeply they need inward transformation. But how is that transformation actually going to take place? Sheer willpower? Gaining doctrinal knowledge? Talking to others? In this "Ask the Counselor" episode, we'll look at a vital part of the transformation process: renewing the mind.

Resources we mentioned:

Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

#642 - Have I Committed the Unpardonable Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Every so often, people contact our ministry in deep despair, asking, “Have I committed the unpardonable sin?” In this "Ask the Counselor" episode, we’ll turn to Scripture to see what the unpardonable sin actually is, why those trapped in grievous sin often fear they’ve committed it, and—most importantly—what hope God gives to those who feel beyond forgiveness.

#377 (REPLAY) - Temptation is a Winnable Battle

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

How many times have you promised yourself, “I will never do that again!” but then fell into sin again? The longer that cycle continues, you may start believing that freedom isn't even possible. That’s what Steve Gallagher used to think, until he learned how to win the battle against temptation. In this episode, we continue to share with you the truths found in our "20 Truths" YouTube series. Today’s topic? “Temptation is a Winnable Battle.”

Resources:

20 Truths (Podcast Series)
20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Study Journal)

Timeless Truths: To Overcome Sin You've Got to Deny Self (Practical Help for Fasting)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: Fasting is a spiritual discipline that brings the flesh under control—a must for anyone who wants to overcome sexual sin—and allows the spirit man to grow in grace. In this segment, Steve Gallagher gives practical and spiritual advice about establishing a regular habit of fasting.

#641 - Aligned More and More with God's Beautiful Will | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

When we surrender to God, He takes a personal and intimate interest in our lives. Because lawlessness still lingers in our fallen nature, He lovingly disciplines us—not to harm us, but to draw our wills into closer alignment with His beautiful will. As we yield to that process, we discover more and more of the peace and fulfillment that come from living under His authority.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Mobile App

From the Chapel: As We Obey Him, We are Being Changed into His Image

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

As we earnestly seek to be like Christ, we may get discouraged when we see how unlike Him we still are. In this "From the Chapel" segment, Josh Rowand testifies that as we fix our eyes on Him and simply obey Him, He is faithful to make us more and more like Him.

#640 - Two Marks of a Genuine Believer: Submission and Faithfulness | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

As we’ve seen throughout this series, a spirit of lawlessness has infiltrated much of the church. But scattered across this world are those who have rejected lawlessness and submitted themselves to God. In this episode, we’re looking at two character qualities that exist in every true believer: submission to God and faithfulness in the midst of life's trials.

#639 - When Doctrine Becomes a Gateway to Rebellion | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

It's nearly unthinkable that a pastor would come right out and say, “It’s all grace—live however you want, and you certainly don’t have to obey God!” But what if sermons are being preached every week across America that imply exactly that? Today, we’ll talk about the doctrine that has quietly created an atmosphere of lawlessness inside the church.

Timeless Truths: Humility is the Path to a Restored Marriage

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment, Jeff and Rose Colón explain that broken marriages will only experience true restoration when both the husband and the wife learn to walk in true repentance and humility toward each other.

#638 - There is a Lawless Subculture Within the Church | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus prophesied that on Judgment Day many would say to Him, “Lord, Lord, didn’t we prophesy, and preach, and cast out devils in your name? And to their shock, He will respond, “I never knew you. Depart from me, you who work lawlessness.” In Ep. 07 of our series, "Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness" we'll face the uncomfortable reality that many in the Church are actually in the same spirit of lawlessness as the godless world around them.

Timeless Truths: Submitting to God's Truth Protects Our Hearts Against Deception

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

There’s an old adage that goes like this: If you think you can’t be deceived, you’re already half-way there. With the antichrist spirit rising in our world, we must vigilantly guard our hearts with the truth of God’s Word and submission to God's authority.

#637 - True Faith Will Produce a Righteous Life | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

There is a great controversy raging within Christianity in our day. The question is: what relationship does faith have with righteousness? Of course, our concern is not with the technicalities of the debate. Our concern is whether people are being deceived into thinking that saving faith has nothing to do with the way they live their life. This is Ep. 06 of our series, "Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness."

Resources we mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher
The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: Bitterness and Anger Kept Mike Addicted to Sexual Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

God had healed Mike's lung cancer and delivered him from an addiction to drugs and alcohol, but he was still full of bitterness, anger and addicted to sexual sin. At Pure Life Ministries, Mike was broken over his selfishness and began to give to others the same love that he received from the Lord.

#636 - Jesus Never Gave Us the Right to Be Lawless | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Nearly every aspect of a first century Jew's existence was shaped by Torah. And yet, Jesus spoke to the Jews of His day like they were habitual law breakers. Why? Because they did not comprehend that the law was meant to make them desperate for a profound inward transformation. Today in America—we need the same realization. The inauguration of Jesus as King does not do away with the demand for obedience to God's laws. We too must cry out in desperation to be delivered from self and to be made into a loyal citizen of the kingdom of heaven.

Related Resources:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#635 - Those Who Love God's Law Will Be Blessed | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Our fallen hearts tell us that we should be in charge of our own lives and that we should do whatever seems right to us. But this lawless lifestyle actually leads to destruction. In the 4th episode in our series, "Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness," we'll talk about the blessings that flow into the lives of those who become passionately committed to keeping God's law from the heart.

Timeless Truths: Satan is Fine with Morality, but Hates God's Authority

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: Satan doesn't really care if people live moral lives, as long as they never truly give their allegiance to God. This is why we must allow God to lead us into repentance from the rebellion that is in all of us.

#634 - An Outbreak of Lawlessness | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The holy law of God tests the human heart to its core. It cuts against pride, selfishness, lust and injustice. It requires (and rewards) genuine, self-sacrificial love. It asks every seeker after God a penetrating question: Will we truly submit to God and His ways, or will we embrace the spirit of lawlessness and self-will?

Timeless Truths: Beware of the Antichrist Spirit

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: The greatest threat to the church of the Last Days is not the antichrist, but rather the spirit of antichrist that is already powerfully at work in the world.

#633 - The Giving of God's Holy Law | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Yahweh wanted a unique and exclusive relationship with Israel. He wanted to reveal Himself to her and use her to call the nations to Himself. But Israel was so used to serving sin and self that she didn't know the first thing about embodying the humility, selflessness and purity of a God like Yahweh. In this episode, we’ll look at the momentous day when God came down in fire on Mt. Sinai to give Israel His law, and we’ll talk about why that event is still relevant for us today.

From the Chapel: Let the Wicked Forsake His Way and Return to the Lord

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

From the Chapel: If we're living in a way that opposes God and His will, we cannot have genuine fellowship with Him. This means that we all must be willing for God to point out grievous ways inside of us. Once He does, we must return to Him, asking for forgiveness and mercy.

#632 - God Loves Righteousness and Hates Lawlessness | Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

At the dawn of creation, sun and moon, stars and planets, birds, beasts, fish and man freely submitted to the authority of God. And then a rebel creature invited mankind to choose their own will above the will of God. And with that, the spirit of lawlessness began to work in this world.

Welcome to our series, “Resisting the Rise of Lawlessness.” In this series, Steve Gallagher and the staff of PLM will offer both scriptural and practical truth aimed at helping each one of us discern whose authority we are under. The authority of Yahweh, or the spirit of lawlessness?

#578 (REPLAY) - You Cannot Live Without God's Word | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In the midst of trials, we need a place to turn to for comfort, help and answers. And when we turn to the Word of God, we find a source of eternal truth. But more than that, we find something that can go inside of us and make us into new creations. In Episode 8 of the Hope for Hurting Wives series, Kathy Gallagher talks about the incredible power of the Word of God, and why hurting wives should cherish it as their very life.

Resources we mentioned:

Hope for Hurting Wives (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

Timeless Truths: Don't Be Led Astray by the Deceitfulness of Riches

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: Every sincere Christian has made a decision to submit to the will of God. But that decision is going to be tested—especially in America. We’re surrounded by so much prosperity that, if we’re not careful, we can easily be drawn away from devotion to Christ and into a spirit of covetousness.

#631 - Reason #5 Our Res. Program Works - Because of Breakthroughs

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

One of the worst parts about addiction is the sinking feeling that you’ll never break free from the horrible cycle of sin. You start to wonder if there’s any way out at all. But many of the men who come through our Residential Program can point to a defining moment when God broke through the darkness and they knew they’d never be the same. These breakthrough moments happen regularly for men at Pure Life Ministries, and it’s the fifth reason our Residential Program works.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Timeless Truths: We Must Renounce the Spirit of this World

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The culture we live in can easily shape our attitudes and values. But if we are going to be true followers of Christ, all other allegiances must be renounced, and we must become assimilated into the Kingdom of God.

#630 - Reason #4 Our Res. Program Works - Because God is Here

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

At PLM, we have the ideal setup for men who want to break free from sexual addiction. A beautiful 45-acre campus that is separated from sources of temptation. And, we go straight to God's Word to find real answers for life’s deepest struggles. Plus, we have a team of men who have personally found victory over sexual sin and have been trained to help others walk that same path. But something still more is desperately needed. In today's episode, we'll look at the fourth reason why our Residential Program works: Because God is in this place.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Timeless Truths: Beware of False Teachers that Appeal to Your Fleshly Desires

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Paul warned that many false teachers would gather followers by appealing to people's fleshly desires. As Steve Gallagher explains in this "Timeless Truths" segment, that warning is needed just as much in our day.

#629 - Reason #3 Our Res. Program Works - We Provide True Discipleship

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Ambitious athletes seek out a coach. Sick people find a doctor. New business owners get a mentor. Why?

Because they know they can’t get where they need to be on their own. And if this is true in sports, medicine and business, how much more necessary is it for those who want freedom from something as powerful as pornography? In this episode, we'll look at reason #3 our Residential Program is so effective at helping men overcome sexual sin: Because we provide true discipleship.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Timeless Truths: Faith Without Works Is Dead

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

There are many people who believe that because we are justified by faith, the way we live our lives—our thoughts, words and actions—has no bearing on whether or not we are saved. The New Testament actually teaches the exact opposite.

#628 - Reason #2 Our Res. Program Works - Our Counselors Teach the Truth

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Why is our Residential Program so effective at helping men break free from sexual sin? Because we lead people to the TRUTH—the only thing that has the power to bring people into real freedom. In this episode, we'll talk about some of the most common lies our Residential Program students are battling with, and we'll walk through the very truths that dismantle these lies.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program
20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
10 Half-Truths that Keep Us Addicted to Porn (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

#627 - Reason #1 Our Res. Program Works - Our Campus is a Refuge from Temptation

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Compulsive porn users. Serial adulterers. Out-of-control spenders on sex. These are the kinds of men who enroll in our 9-month Residential Program, and for over 35 years we’ve been watching God radically transform these men. But why is our program so effective? In this short podcast series, we'll look at the top five reasons why so many men find a brand-new life at our Residential Program.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

#429 (REPLAY) - Exposing the Heart of a Humble Man

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Pride...it brought about the fall of Satan and put man at odds with God, resulting in the destruction of man. This is why the role of humility in a Christian's life can hardly be overestimated. Humility undoes the damage of the fall, and God becomes his protector and his friend.

Resources we mentioned:

Exposing the Root of All Sin (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
i: The Root of Sin Exposed (Book) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: How Weston Broke Free from the Cycle of Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Weston was only 4 years old when a friend introduced him to erotic images. Then, as a young teen, he discovered internet pornography. This set off a painful cycle of getting caught, making empty promises to change, and falling back to his sin. This all lead him to a place of utter hopelessness and even contemplating suicide. But when Weston came to Pure Life Ministries, he found true life through brokenness, godly sorrow and repentance.

#514 (REPLAY) - Saved from the Prison of Self | Chris and Marissa's Story of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

When Chris looked at Marissa, he saw a woman who would help him control his lust. He saw someone who would help him achieve a prosperous life. When Marissa looked at Chris, she saw a man who would help her pursue the Lord, someone who would help her cultivate the kind of spiritual life she dreamed of having. One day, both of their dreams came crashing down. But this did not result in the destruction of their marriage. Instead, it brought about the creation of something unexpected. Something beautiful. Something brand new.

#626 - Why Does God Allow Sin to Have Painful Consequences? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Sin always comes with painful consequences. Emotional, physical, or relational pain. And for many people, these consequences often stir up difficult questions. "If God loves me, why would He allow such hard consequences? Does this mean that God has forsaken me? Is there any way to move forward after this?" In today’s episode, we look to the Scripture to give biblical answers to some of these questions.

Timeless Truths: "Be Holy As I Am Holy"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

God genuinely loves us, but unless we are doing our utmost to repent of sin and worldliness, He is not going to be pleased with us. And while He does not expect us to achieve sinless perfection, He does expect us to obey His call to "Be holy as I am holy."

#625 - Why You Should Read "Peace Child"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

So, God calls you to preach to a tribe of cannibals. You move your family, learn their language—only to find they have no concern over sin, or judgment, or eternity. This was the dilemma Don Richardson found himself in as he sought to evangelize the primitive Sawi people. Thankfully, he pressed himself into entire dependence upon the Holy Spirit to show him how to spread the good news of Jesus Christ in this seemingly impossible context. And when God moved, He moved dramatically! In this episode, we’ll talk about why you should read “Peace Child” by Don Richardson.

Resources we mentioned:

Peace Child (Book) By Don Richardson
"Why You Should Read" (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

#624 - Will Fasting Help Me Overcome Porn? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

If you search "how to overcome sexual sin," you'll get a lot of different opinions. Some are totally secular while others are taken from Scripture—like being accountable, developing an unselfish lifestyle, or starting a prayer life. In today’s show, we’ll explore another powerful spiritual tool—fasting. We'll dive into why it works, how to approach it with the right heart, and offer practical tips to make it part of your walk.

Resources we mentioned:

The Crucified Lifestyle (Book) By Dustin Renz

#623 - What Role Does Accountability Play in Overcoming Sexual Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Accountability is a big buzzword in addiction recovery circles, some even suggesting that it’s the main thing people need to find freedom. But Christians must carefully examine these things in the light of Scripture. In today's episode, we'll give a biblical answer to the question: “What role does accountability play in overcoming sexual sin?"

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Absolute Surrender: "Ye Are the Branches"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus clearly told us we can do nothing apart from Him. In spite of this, we often try to accomplish things in our own strength. So He lets us experience our weakness to help us truly depend on Him for all things. This is the final part of our short series, "Absolute Surrender."

#622 - Faith Over Fear

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

There’s nothing wrong with feeling fear when real danger is present. But for some people (especially those who have been hurt) fear becomes a constant factor in their lives. Kathy Gallagher has a passion to help Christian women overcome fear by cultivating a heart of faith. In this episode, we’ll share with you the message she gave to the women at our 2016 Annual Conference called “Faith Over Fear.”

**Get all the details about our Annual Conference at conference.purelifeministries.org**

Absolute Surrender: Kept by the Power of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Life can be really hard and at times it feels like we’re not going to make it. But if we are crying out to God in faith, we must believe that He hears us and will keep us safe in the midst of our troubles.

#621 - Citizens of the Great City of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

As we gear up for our 25th Annual Conference, we wanted to give you a taste of the kind of preaching you’ll enjoy if you join us on April 25th and 26th. In this message from the 2016 Conference, Steve Gallagher describes three primary qualities that every true citizen of God’s kingdom possesses, and urges us to make sure that we can say we have these qualities.

**Get all the details about our Annual Conference at conference.purelifeministries.org**

Absolute Surrender: Walk in Continual Reliance Upon the Spirit

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

If genuine Christianity begins by completely relying upon God to save us, then we should never lose that sense of helplessness. That’s one of the secrets to a vibrant walk with God: a lifelong, continual reliance upon the power of the Holy Spirit.

#620 - Receive Repentance Today | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Repentance is so vital to the Christian life, that there will be catastrophic consequences if we neglect it. Without repentance, there’s no forgiveness, no cleansing, no salvation, and no sanctification. That’s why—for those who need it—repentance must not be put off even one more day. Don't miss the final episode in our series, “Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance.”

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Absolute Surrender: O, Wretched Man That I Am!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

God truly wants to deliver us from sin, but He will often patiently use our struggles and weakness to bring us to the end of ourselves, where we finally say from the heart, “Lord, I can't do this! Please save me!”

#619 - Repent is the First Word of the Gospel | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Many people assume that when we preach the gospel, the first thing we should tell people is that God loves them. But New Testament preachers like Jesus and His apostles actually did something very different: They first told people about their need for repentance.

Resources we mentioned:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study)

Absolute Surrender: What's Impossible with Man Is Possible with God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus said that things that are impossible with men are possible with God. If we fully believe this truth, we will cry out to Him with great faith to do impossible things in our own lives.

#618 - Repentance in Ancient Times | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Repentance is an ancient concept—one could say it is as old as sin itself. From the very beginning, whenever God's people have been separated from Him by sin, repentance has been the key to restoring their relationship with Him. In today’s show, we’ll explore repentance throughout the long history of God's dealings with Israel.

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Absolute Surrender: Peter's Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

When Peter denied his Lord 3 times, the Lord looked at him. And that look from Jesus broke the heart of Peter. Through the devastation Peter went through and the godly sorrow he experienced as a result, he was prepared to be emptied of himself and to be used for the Lord's purposes.

#617 - True Repentance is a Lifestyle | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Many Christians don't realize that God never intended for repentance to be a one-time event, because sin isn't overcome all at once! It's overcome little by little, and every time we truly repent, we're given new power to overcome sin, and new power for holy living.

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Absolute Surrender: Peter's Self Confidence

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Peter was very strong in his own thinking when he declared to Jesus that He would not be put to death and then rise again. For this Jesus rebuked him sharply. We should take this as a warning for ourselves, whenever we are beaming with self-confidence and are strong in ourselves, instead of depending on the Lord and His wisdom, it will always lead us away from the Lord and His ways.

#616 - The Beautiful Fruits of Repentance | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Repentance and brokenness might seem negative...until you experience the spiritual benefits that flow from them. For example: a true fear of God that destroys the love of sin. A deep resolve to pursue restoration in our relationships. A zeal to be right with God, no matter the cost. In this show, we'll look at some of the beautiful fruits that come from repentance.

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

The Theme of Our Annual Conference (and why we need it!)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The theme of this year's Annual Conference is "Watch and Pray." Steve and Kathy Gallagher join Nate Danser to talk about why this theme is of urgent importance for Christians.

**Get all the details about our Annual Conference at conference.purelifeministries.org**

Absolute Surrender: Separated Unto the Holy Ghost

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Our prideful self-sufficiency chafes against any sense of weakness or helplessness. We strive and strain to accomplish things on our own. But if we will learn to pray and wait on the Lord for His direction, the Spirit will give us His power.

#615 - No Saving Faith Apart from Repentance | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

According to Jesus, the pathway into the Kingdom of God is marked out by two inseparable things—genuine repentance from our sins and a real choice to put our faith and trust in Him. But, in our church culture, many seem to think that repentance is unnecessary as long as you "believe." In this episode, Steve Gallagher will address this fatal error by showing that there is no such thing as saving faith apart from repentance.

Resources we mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

The Heart Behind Our Annual Conference (and why you should join us!)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

With so many conferences to choose from, what makes the Pure Life Ministries Annual Conference worth attending? What is the spiritual value for our guests? Steve and Kathy Gallagher join Nate Danser to answer those questions.

**Get all the details about our Annual Conference at conference.purelifeministries.org**

Absolute Surrender: The Fruit of the Spirit Is Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

God is love, which essentially means that He is completely selfless. He takes nothing for Himself and gives everything away. So, if we are truly filled with His own Spirit, we will display this selflessness as well.

#614 - A Repentance that Changes Nothing | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

According to Jesus, everything that comes with eternal life—power over sin, a renewed heart, a changed life—comes through repentance. So what is going on with professing Christians who do not seem to have that kind of spiritual life? Is it possible that they have nothing more than a superficial repentance that leaves them unchanged and still dead in their sins?

Resources we mentioned:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

#613 - In the Valley of Decision | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

No one will repent without being broken by the Holy Spirit's conviction over their sin. This requires courage, sincerity and a desperation to know the truth—even when the truth exposes the worst things about us. But, this is the only way to life. Every other path leads to death. In today’s show: The Valley of Decision.

Resources We Mentioned:

Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Absolute Surrender: God Accepts Our Surrender

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In Part 2 of our short series "Absolute Surrender:" God will never accept a half-hearted surrender, but if we come to Him with a genuine desire to give Him everything, He will accept it and will accomplish it in us.

#612 - Why Everyone Must Repent | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

"You’re a good person." This is one of Satan's deadliest lies, because if we believe that we're good, we will never see our need for repentance. In the 2nd episode of our series, "Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance," we'll talk about why there is no such thing as a good person, and why everyone needs to repent.

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Absolute Surrender: Introduction

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

True Christianity could be summed up in one phrase: Absolute surrender to the will of God for our lives. In Part 1 of our short series based on Andrew Murray's book "Absolute Surrender," we'll talk about what it looks like to fully yield our wills to God.

#611 - No Other Entrance into God's Presence | Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In light of God’s unlimited power and glorious redemption, why are our churches filled with men trapped in pornography? Why are marriages breaking apart at record rates? It’s because something crucial has been lost—something so vital that, without it, the power of God is rendered useless in our lives. In our latest series, "Rediscovering the Gift of Repentance," we’ll focus on the invaluable gift of repentance, the only vehicle we’ve been given to be saved from the power of sin and come back into God’s life-giving, life-changing presence.

Related Resources:

The Walk of Repentance (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

#556 (REPLAY) - Why You Should Read "Evidence Not Seen"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Darlene Deibler went to Indonesia to preach the gospel to cannibalistic tribes. But when war broke out, she found herself plunged into the horrors of a WWII prisoner-of-war camp. And yet, Darlene would spend the rest of her life telling about a God whose comfort outshined her sufferings, whose presence was more precious than her losses, and whose loving provision was as faithful as the morning sun.

Timeless Truths: Be Holy, Says the Lord

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this Timeless Truths segment: As members of the church, we are called to be holy and set apart for God’s purposes. This will require a vigilance on our part, because the spirit of this world is always seeking to defile us and lead us away from the Lord.

#610 - I'm Bombarded with Sexual Thoughts | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Many people struggle to believe they can be free from sexual sin because even if they manage to avoid pornography, they’re still constantly being bombarded with sexual thoughts. In this episode, we’ll discuss why we should never use temptation as an excuse to stay in defeat, why the battle against lust is actually a positive thing, and the key to growing strong enough to stand firm when temptation arises.

From the Chapel: For God so Loved the World

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

At the cross, Jesus Christ demonstrated a profound love for us that calls for a response. In this episode of From the Chapel, Pastor Ed Buch exhorts us to lay our sins at the foot of His cross and to emulate His life by selflessly giving ourselves for others.

#609 - Why Don't I Feel God's Love? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Resources We Mentioned:

Victory (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

Timeless Truths: God is Always Working in Our Lives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Many cynically believe that God created the universe, but now remains distant, aloof and uninvolved. But the truth is that God holds intimate knowledge of every person and is always working behind the scenes to draw them to Jesus. And when He wins a person's heart, He faithfully works to conform them into the image of His Son.

#608 - Waiting on God for Deliverance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Timeless Truths: The Evidence of Saving Faith

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

According to modern church culture, to be saved means that you believe some doctrines and go to church. But according to Scripture, to be saved means that your life has been revolutionized from the inside out so that you love and obey God from the heart.

#607 - What's the First Step to Breaking Free from Sexual Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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?"

Resources We Mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher
Pure Life Ministries Residential Program

From the Chapel: Out of Darkness and into the Light

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Evan projected a godly image to those around him, but protected his secret of pornography and self-gratification. After repeated cycles of confession and returning to sin, Evan finally decided he needed help and came to Pure Life Ministries. Listen to Evan testify of how the Lord lovingly called him out of darkness and into the light.

#606 - Should Christians Watch Movies with Sexual Content? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Resources we mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher

Scriptures we mentioned:

Proverbs: 4:23
Romans 13:14
Matthew 4:4
1 Corinthians 15:33
2 Timothy 2:19-22
Colossians 3:16
John 17:17
2 Corinthians 6:17-18
Psalm 115
2 Corinthians 3:15-18
1 John 2:15-17
Psalm 1

#410 (REPLAY) - For Parents: What is Your Biblical Role?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Related Resources:

For Parents (Podcast Series)

Timeless Truths: True Worship is Reflected Through Obedience

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Many people in today's Christian culture claim to be worshippers of God. But true worship is only revealed through a life of obedience. In this Timeless Truths segment, Jeff Colón contrasts the lives of Abraham and King Saul, urging us to reflect on whether our own worship resembles Abraham's wholehearted obedience or King Saul's partial and insincere devotion.

#605 - Giving Thanks in the Hard Seasons

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

#604 - Leading a Lifestyle that Honors God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

It can be difficult for even a sincere believer to know what’s right and wrong when everything around them is screaming out conflicting messages. But God has given us His Word to anchor us in the Truth. In this week’s episode, we look at key spiritual principles to guide you in your walk with the Lord amidst our immoral culture. Plus, we discuss how the motivation for living out those principles should come from our desire for Jesus.

Resources we mentioned:

Precept (Inductive Bible Studies)
e-sword (Bible Study Software)
Study Light (Bible Study Tool)
Pressing On Toward the Heavenly Calling (Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: We Must Overcome the World's Mindsets

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

The Bible says that "everyone who is born of God overcomes the world." This means that those who are truly saved will conquer the sinful mindsets that are common to this world's system. In this segment, Steve Gallagher identifies some of these mindsets and exhorts us to truly repent of them.

#603 - Pursue God's Kingdom, Not the American Dream | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Related Resources:

Intoxicated with Babylon (Book) By Steve Gallagher

Timeless Truths: We All Need Genuine Repentance

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Jesus warned that on Judgment Day, He would tell many that He "never knew them” because, although they performed religious actions in His name, they were harboring iniquity in their hearts. In today’s Timeless Truths, we’ll discuss why repentance and intimacy with Christ will prepare us to stand before God.

#602 - Live in Repentance and Humility | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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 towards 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.

Resources we mentioned:

The Story of Greg and Paloma (Testimony Video)
Rescued, Redeemed, Restored (Part 1) | Greg And Paloma's Story Of Hope (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries
Rescued, Redeemed, Restored (Part 2) | Greg And Paloma's Story Of Hope (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries
The Walk of Repentance (Devotional) By Steve Gallagher

From the Chapel: The Lord Makes All Things New

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this "From the Chapel" segment: Andre's constant pursuit of pleasure destroyed his marriage and his relationship with God. But when he repented and surrendered his life to the Lord Jesus Christ, God began to make all things new.

#601 - Build Each Other Up in Love | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Timeless Truths: We Need the Mind of Christ

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If we approach Scripture or life's challenges through human logic, our perspective will be devoid of spiritual wisdom. In this "Timeless Truths" segment, Steve Gallagher urges us to stop relying on our own understanding and instead turn to the Lord, so that He can impart the mind of Christ to us.

#600 - Make Your Home a Place for God | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

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.

From the Chapel: Tear Down the Idol of Comfort

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

American culture insists that comfort, ease, and pleasure are the ultimate goals in life. In this "From the Chapel" segment, Pastor Ed Buch warns that unless we reject these ideals, we will lack the strength to endure until the end.

#599 - Challenges to Unity in Marriage | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

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.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) By Jeff Colón

#598 - Unified Through Humility | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

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.

Timeless Truths: We Are Called to Forgive Without Conditions

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When Jesus was on the cross being scorned and mocked by those who were crucifying Him, He said, "Father, forgive them for they know not what they do." In this "Timeless Truths" segment, Judy Lucas talks about how, as followers of Christ, we also are called to unconditional forgiveness.

#597 - Getting on the Same Page | On the Same Team

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

It's time for Ep. 01 of our new series, "On the Same Team!" In this series, we'll be interviewing six couples. Each of them have had to fight their way out of the horrors of sexual sin and have found out that there is tremendous spiritual strength when they are truly united with their spouse. In this episode, Steve and Kathy Gallagher kick things off by talking about why husbands and wives have to be on the same page spiritually.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

From the Chapel: The Power of Our Testimony

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In the "From the Chapel" segment, Nate Danser talks about the power of testimony. Sin gives us a dark testimony that causes us to say things like, "I'm hopeless," or "Maybe God has abandoned me." But when we choose to surrender and obey God, He gives us a testimony that will overcome every lie of the enemy.

#440 (REPLAY) - |Victory| Surrendering to the Goodness of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Those that genuinely surrender to God are the ones that obtain victory over sin. They surrender to Him because they trust Him. And they trust Him because they believe that He is good. In this episode, we look at one of the most attacked attributes of God: His goodness.

Resources we mentioned:

Victory (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
Living in Victory through the Power of Mercy (Book) By Steve Gallagher

Tongues of Fire: The Early Church Part 4

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:05:00 -0400

When the truth is preached with boldness in the fire of God, people will either respond in repentance or will be filled with rage. Oftentimes this results in believers being martyred for their faith by those who are under Satan's control. This is Part 4 of our short series, "Tongues of Fire: The Early Church."

Tongues of Fire: The Early Church Part 3

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When a prominent couple did not allow their hearts to be purified by the fire that was burning in the early church, it led to their death. This fearful act of judgment filled the Church with holy fear and brought many outsiders to repentance and salvation. Don't miss Part 3 of our short series, “Tongues of Fire: The Early Church.”

#501 (REPLAY) - Babylon: An Apathetic Church Culture

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When God's people are inflamed with love for Jesus and a zeal for His Kingdom, Satan's master plan for humanity is presented with a massive threat. But the enemy won't go down without a fight. In this show, we'll look at one of his most effective counterattacks—fostering a church culture that is full of apathy.

Resources we mentioned:

Babylon: The Seat of Satan's Power (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries
Intoxicated with Babylon (Book) By Steve Gallagher

Tongues of Fire: The Early Church Part 2

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:05:00 -0400

When the early church began to experience massive growth, persecution was not far behind. But the believers, knowing their weakness, prayed earnestly for boldness and God gave them the power to endure. This is Part 2 of our short series, “Tongues of Fire: The Early Church.”

Tongues of Fire: The Early Church Part 1

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus told his disciples to wait in Jerusalem until they received power from on high to become his witnesses. That kind of power is exactly what is needed in the church today. Welcome to Part 1 of a short series called “Tongues of Fire: The Early Church.”

#596 - Why You Should Read "Chasing the Dragon"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In 1966, a British girl named Jackie Pullinger stepped for the first time into "The Walled City." This small Hong Kong district was a place of horrors—sewage ran through the streets, prostitution, drug use and lawlessness were rampant. But where the darkness seemed impenetrable and all-powerful, God used an unlikely woman to bring many souls into God's marvelous light. In this episode we review Jackie's autobiography, "Chasing the Dragon."

Resources we mentioned:

Chasing the Dragon: One Woman's Struggle Against the Darkness of Hong Kong's Drug Dens (Autobiography) By Jackie Pullinger

From the Chapel: Do Not Love the World

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:05:00 -0400

The apostle John said, "Do not love the world." Why? Because love for God cannot exist in a heart that loves this world. In this "From the Chapel" segment, Jordan Yoshimine expresses a heartfelt desire to be more deeply purified from an attraction to what this world offers.

Bonus (from #595 - Your Behavior Won’t Change Until Your Heart Changes)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In our most recent episode, we talked about why our behaviors won't change until our hearts change. In this bonus segment, we tackle some of your questions about that topic.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Study Journal) By Steve Gallagher

#595 - Your Behavior Won’t Change Until Your Heart Changes

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Have you ever had someone tell you to bounce your eyes or snap a rubber band on your wrist when you're struggling with lust? These are secular techniques that are supposed to help us change the way we respond to sexual temptation. But Scripture never tells us to merely modify our behaviors. Instead, it tells us that we must crucify our sinful natures through repentance and allow our hearts to be transformed by grace.

Timeless Truths: Jesus Christ is More than Able to Deliver Us

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If someone has been in sexual sin for 10 years, is there any hope that they'll be able to get free? What about 20 years, 30 years or 40 years? In this "Timeless Truths" segment, Ken Larkin uses Scripture to show that even the worst of sinners can be redeemed.

#594 - You Must Understand How Porn Affects the Brain | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In recent years, many have claimed that brain science is giving us cutting edge insights into the nature of porn addiction—and how to help addicts. But is understanding how porn affects the brain really one of the secrets to getting free, or just another half-truth that keeps many locked in their addiction? Plus, we'll talk with Steve Gallagher about why he determined not to use the principles of psychotherapy at Pure Life Ministries.

Resources mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Study Journal) by Steve Gallagher

#593 - The Answer to Your Present Addiction is in Your Past | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Many people say that the road to addiction begins with negative childhood experiences. They also claim that we have to "work through" our past if we want a happy future. In today's show, Steve Gallagher shows why that is just another half-truth that keeps people locked in addictive behaviors.

Resource we mentioned:

The Walk of Repentance (24 Week Bible Study) By Steve Gallagher

Timeless Truths: Sexual Sin is About What We Worship

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Every human being was created with the capacity—no, the need—to worship. In this Timeless Truths segment, Steve Gallagher shows how the natural sex drive can easily become an idol of sexual pleasure in people's hearts.

Resources mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) By Steve Gallagher

#592 - Some People View Porn to Medicate Their Pain | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

What makes people view porn? Some would say that many people view pornography because they want to escape feelings of emotional pain or stress. That sounds plausible… but is that biblical? As we continue The 10 Half-Truths Series, we’ll ask the question: is porn addiction nothing more than a misguided pursuit of emotional relief?

From the Chapel: An Amish Man Learns the Power of Grace

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Manny was a successful Amish businessman who got everything he wanted. But he couldn’t get free from sexual sin, no matter how hard he tried. But when he came to the end of himself, he learned the power of grace.

#591 - Nobody's Perfect, so My Problem Isn't a Big Deal | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The only safe way to handle sin is to see it as a deadly monster and kill it. We do ourselves no favors when we tell ourselves that our "sin is no big deal because nobody's perfect!" We don't need a lower view of the evil of sin, but a realization that a holy God has given us a way to overcome—through the power of grace.

#590 - I Can't Change My Feelings | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

One of the most important lessons we must learn in the Christian life is that we cannot allow our feelings to control us. This is even more vital for those battling their way out of sexual addiction. In this episode, we tackle another half-truth that keeps people addicted to porn: “I can’t change my feelings.” Plus, one of our staff members will talk about how living by his feelings led him to ruin, but living by faith led him into life.

From the Chapel: Don't Abuse God's Goodness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this From the Chapel segment, Steve Gallagher exhorts our Residential Program students to be careful not to abuse God's goodness, but to allow it to lead them to true repentance.

#589 - God's Grace Covers All My Sins, No Matter What | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

God’s grace is unbelievably precious. That's why Satan is constantly trying to offer us counterfeits that look like grace and sound like grace, but have no power to deliver us from our sins. In this episode we’ll look at one counterfeit that says, “God’s grace covers my sins, no matter what,” and we’ll find out what the Bible really teaches about the grace of God.

From the Chapel: Strive to Overcome Unbelief

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

For some, overcoming unbelief means sincerely struggling to believe God in the midst of trials and setbacks. For others, it means humbling their hearts and submitting their stubborn wills to God. In this From the Chapel segment, Luke Imperato exhorts all of our Residential Program students to overcome whatever obstacles lie in the way of a living faith.

#588 - Once an Addict, Always an Addict | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If you’ve been around sexual addiction recovery for any length of time, you’ve probably heard someone say: "Once an addict, always an addict." Is that really true, or is that just another half-truth that keeps people addicted to pornography? In today’s show, Steve Gallagher looks at some of the core beliefs of the 12-step systems of recovery, and then compares those with what the Bible teaches about overcoming sin. Plus, one of our staff members shares why he can say (after 17 years of freedom), "I am no longer an addict!"

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Study Journal) By Steve Gallagher

Timeless Truths: God isn't Satisfied with a Little Godliness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

God is good, which means that He wants nothing less than the best for us. But it also means that He won't be satisfied until we are fully mature men and women of God. That's what we'll look at in this Timeless Truths segment.

#587 - God Loves Me Just the Way I Am | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The incredible truth about God's love is that it is unconditional. This is incredibly liberating for some, and it sets them free from striving to earn God's favor. But many others use this reality as a license to continue their perilous descent into the depths of sin. Thanks for joining us for the third episode in our series 10 Half-Truths that Keep Us Addicted to Porn, as we dissect the statement, "God loves me just the way I am."

Timeless Truths: A Lifestyle of Repentance is the Path to Victory

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment: God is more than willing to set us free, but we've got do things His way. We have to allow Him to continually search our hearts and show us what displeases Him. Then, all we need to do is take the path of repentance.

#586 - I Can't Get Free Unless God Chooses to Set Me Free | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus promised us that the truth would set us free. He made no such promises about half-truths. In this episode, Nate Danser examines Scripture to find out why “I can’t get free unless God chooses to set me free” is a half-truth with no power to deliver people from porn addiction. And, one of our residential counselors will talk about how that very half-truth crippled his efforts to break free from pornography. And of course, we’ll look at the full truth that has power to set anyone free!

Timeless Truths: Every Kind of Sin is Serious

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Anyone who justifies a porn habit is on very dangerous ground. In this week's Timeless Truths segment, we'll look at what the Bible says happens when we allow a pattern of sin to remain in our lives.

#585 - Sexual Pleasure is the Most Important Thing in Life | The 10 Half-Truths Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Our mission at Pure Life Ministries is simple. Show men and women why they're addicted to porn and then show them the way out. One of the reasons multitudes are addicted is because they’ve been deceived by half-truths. In 10 Half-Truths that Keep Us Addicted to Porn, we’ll look at deceptions that keep people in bondage to sin, but more importantly, we’ll use God’s Word to reveal the powerful truths that will set them free. This week: Sexual Pleasure is the Most Important Thing in Life.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction (Study Journal) By Steve Gallagher
The Walk Series (Devotionals) By Steve Gallagher

Timeless Truths: He Who Conceals His Sin Will Not Prosper

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment: When we're unwilling to confess our sins, our hearts grow hard and calloused. But when we humbly confess our sins to God and a trusted spiritual leader, the power of the enemy will be broken off of our lives.

#584 - Honest Confession Leads to Spiritual Power

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When we sin, our first instinct is to cover it up so that we avoid any painful consequences. But God’s Word tells us that whoever conceals his sin will not prosper, and whoever confesses and forsakes them will find mercy. In other words, the worst thing we can do is keep our sin hidden. If we want to prosper, we have to live a transparent life.

From the Chapel: Marriage Couldn't Cure My Porn Addiction, But Jesus Did!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this From the Chapel segment: Tyler hoped that marriage would cure his life-long porn addiction. But marriage couldn't fix him. What he really needed was a radical transformation of his heart.

#583 - Can Our Marriage Bed Ever Be Pure Again? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Sexual intimacy can be really complicated, especially for those who are dealing with the aftermath of sexual sin. In today’s episode, Jeff and Rose Colón talk about the biblical principles that will transform the marriage bed from a place of awkwardness, fear, and lust into a place of deep intimacy, trust and purity.

Resources we mentioned:

Intended for Pleasure (Book) By Ed Wheat, M.D.
Ashes to Beauty (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

From the Chapel: Freedom is Found in the Love of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If our hearts were truly full of the love of God, sin would have no power over us, because we would be truly satisfied in God. That's what Luke Imperato talks about in this From the Chapel segment.

#582 - Are Addictions Caused by Childhood Problems? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Some say that if you want to discover the roots of addictive behavior, you have to look at a person’s childhood, because the data shows that if a child’s father doesn’t give them the love they need, they can have real problems later in life. But does that mean that a father's failure to love causes a person to become an addict? In today’s show, we'll discuss what the Bible teaches about why we do what we do, and how to deal with our own bad choices.

Resources we mentioned:

Leaving Yesterday Behind: A Victim No More (Book) By Bill Hines
Responding Biblically to Your Past (Article) By Steve Viars
Bitterness: The Root That Pollutes (Booklet) By Lou Priolo

#354 (REPLAY) - What Role Does Brokenness Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In the second episode of our Freedom from Porn series, we asked the question, "What Role Does Brokenness Play in Freedom from Porn?" We looked at brokenness from a biblical perspective, how God uses it, and heard testimonies of how godly brokenness leads to freedom and life.

Resources we mentioned:

i: The Root of Sin Exposed (Book) By Steve Gallagher
Freedom from Porn (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

Timeless Truths: You Must Repent of Sexual Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment: In order to overcome a porn addiction, a person needs far more than a superficial change in their lifestyle. They need genuine ongoing repentance in their life.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction: A 40-Day Study Journal (Book) By Steve Gallagher
20 Truths that Help in the Battle with Porn Addiction (Video Series) By Pure Life Ministries

#345 (REPLAY) - The Church Addicted: When Being Converted Became Making a Decision

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The 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. This is the first episode in The Church Addicted—a series of shows where we look at how these statistics became the Church's reality.

Resources we mentioned:

The Church Addicted (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

Timeless Truths: The Spirit of the World Wants to Seduce You

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment: If we want to overcome porn addiction, we're going to have to face an even stronger enemy—the love of pleasure.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction: A 40-Day Study Journal (Book) By Steve Gallagher
20 Truths that Help in the Battle with Porn Addiction (Video Series) By Pure Life Ministries

#581 - Why You Should Read "God's Smuggler"

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As a young boy, Andrew van der Bijl longed for adventure, satisfaction, and purpose. That longing would take him places that drove him nearly to madness. But God used Andrew's suffering and disappointment to make him willing to surrender everything to God. And that's when God opened the door for an adventure that Andrew never could have imagined. In this episode, we'll talk about "Why You Should Read God's Smuggler".

Resources we mentioned:

God's Smuggler (Book) By Brother Andrew

Timeless Truths: Sexual Sin Comes with a Price

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 08 May 2024 20:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment: Scripture warns us that those who give their hearts to the fleeting pleasures of sexual sin will end up paying a devastating price.

Resources we mentioned:

20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction: A 40-Day Study Journal (Book) By Steve Gallagher
20 Truths that Help in the Battle with Porn Addiction (Video Series) By Pure Life Ministries

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 05 May 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered what to do after a fall back into sexual sin? Have you asked yourself, "How can I fight against the ever-increasing darkness of this world?" We'll answer these questions, and more, in our Men's Sexual Sin Q&A Part 2.

Resources we mentioned:

Men's Sexual Sin Q & A Part 1 (Podcast) By Pure Life Ministries

From the Chapel: Keep Your Eyes on Jesus, Not the Wind and Waves

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 01 May 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Going through a painful trial? In this From the Chapel segment, Jordan Yoshimine talks about how keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus enables us to go through hard times.

#579 - Empowered and Transformed through Faith | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

For the past 8 weeks we’ve been offering wives a solid, weighty hope. It's a hope that can say “No matter what I’m facing, God is good. And no matter what it seems like now, I will go through this in faith so that I can become more like Jesus.” This is true hope, because we believe that everything we go through can be used by God to bring forth lasting, indestructible fruit. This is the final episode in our Hope for Hurting Wives series with Kathy Gallagher. Thanks for listening!

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher
Hope for Struggling Marriages (Video Series) By Kathy Gallagher
Refined as Silver (Podcast Series) By Pure Life Ministries

Timeless Truths: God Must Be First in Our Hearts and Lives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

When we allow something to become more important to us than the Lord, it has become an idol. In this Timeless Truths segment from our archives, Jeff & Rose Colón talk to couples about making sure that the Lord is first in their hearts and lives.

#578 - You Cannot Live Without God's Word | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

In the midst of trials, we need a place to turn to for comfort, help and answers. And when we turn to the Word of God, we find a source of eternal truth. But more than that, we find something that can go inside of us and make us into new creations. In Episode 8 of the Hope for Hurting Wives series, Kathy Gallagher talks about the incredible power of the Word of God, and why hurting wives should cherish it as their very life.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

Timeless Truths: A Changed Heart will Bear Obvious Fruit

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment from our archives, counselor Judy Lucas gives some guidance to a woman who wants to know if her fiancé has truly repented of sexual sin.

#577 - Four Unhealthy Reactions to a Husband's Sin | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

There are many ways wives respond to a husband's sin. Some women pretend nothing is wrong. Others intensely monitor and try to control their husband's behavior. These reactions are natural, but they are not godly. In this episode of the Hope for Hurting Wives series, we'll look at four unhealthy reactions to a husband's sin, and then talk about what it looks like to react—not in a natural way, but in a godly way.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) by Kathy Gallagher

From the Chapel: Getting a Sight of God's Love Radically Changed Me

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

In this From the Chapel segment, Gabriel shares how a sight of Jesus on the cross opened him up to the reality of God's love and radically changed him.

#576 - We're Only Safe at the Foot of the Cross | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

When someone deeply hurts us, Satan tempts us in a very subtle way. He tempts us to obsess about their sins and to see ourselves as being better than they are. And if we don't guard our hearts, we can easily begin to judge them as being terrible sinners who are unworthy of mercy. It's a very dangerous place to be, and the only way to overcome this temptation is to stay at the foot of the cross.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

Timeless Truths: There is Nothing More Christ-like Than Forgiveness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0400

In this Timeless Truths segment from our archives, Kathy Gallagher talks about the beauty of forgiveness and mercy, and shows hurting wives how to be in that spirit toward their husbands.

#575 - Seeing a Husband's Sin with New Eyes | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Like any wife, Kathy Gallagher felt utterly shattered by her husband's affairs and pornography addiction. But God also helped her to see that her husband Steve was in the fight of his life. He was fighting tooth and nail against his own flesh, the world and the devil. In today’s episode, Kathy Gallagher offers a new perspective about a husband’s struggle with sexual sin.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#574 - God is Working Through Our Pain | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

When life gets really hard, we often cry out “God, why did you allow this to happen to me?” But the real question we should be asking is, "Am I still trusting that God is good and merciful, despite what I'm going through?" In the fourth episode of our series, Hope for Hurting Wives, Kathy Gallagher exhorts wives to make sure that their trials are not destroying their faith.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#573 - God is the Center of a Perfect Marriage | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

There is nothing wrong with wanting a good marriage, or even a "perfect" one. But what is a perfect marriage from God's perspective, and what does it require to have one? Kathy Gallagher is back for the third episode of our series, Hope for Hurting Wives.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#572 - When God is Your Only Hope | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

For over 35 years, we have been ministering to hurting wives. And the essence of our message is that when everything is crumbling all around us, and when everything feels hopeless, Jesus is solid, trustworthy and the source of real hope. This is the second episode in our new series, Hope for Hurting Wives. Thanks for listening!

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#571 - What Devastated Wives Need Most | Hope for Hurting Wives

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0500

When a wife finds out that her husband has been unfaithful, her world is shattered by gut-wrenching pain, tormenting fears and haunting questions. But there is HOPE. In our latest series, Kathy Gallagher uses personal testimony and decades of counseling experience to show the hurting wife how to find the God of hope in the midst of the pain.

Resources we mentioned:

When His Secret Sin Breaks Your Heart (Book) By Kathy Gallagher

#570 - Saved Through Real Repentance | Ryan's Story of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 25 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Ryan's childhood home was full of arguing, tension and chaos. In order to escape from his painful reality, he turned to porn, drugs and alcohol. But he found out soon enough that these only made him far more miserable. Then, something terrifying happened to him at a party one night, and that was it. He was determined to get real help.

Resources we mentioned:

#569 - Seek Fulfillment in God, Not Things | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Human beings have a deep need for fulfillment. It's how God made us. But things go horribly wrong when we seek satisfaction in earthly things. We end up becoming dependent on, maybe even addicted to, things that cannot satisfy us. But if we will seek our fulfillment in God Himself, we'll find that He can do what nothing else can. That’s why seeking fulfillment in God is one of the key lessons on the road to freedom.

#568 - Keep Your Guard Up | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

As long as we are living in this world, we are going to be engaged in a spiritual war. As A.W. Tozer said, this world is not a playground, it is a battleground. But if we will stay close to the captain of our faith, the victorious Jesus, He will give us the strength to win our battles.

#567 - Fight for Contentment | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

It's not easy to be content in America, where everything is screaming at us that we need MORE. But contentment is just one more key lesson on the road to freedom, because contentment creates a barrier of protection around our hearts and minds.

#566 - Keep Making Godly Choices! | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Spoiler alert: There are things inside of you AND outside of you that are TRYING to get you to stray off the narrow path and into sin. That's what makes the road to freedom so hard sometimes. In this episode, we'll talk about how to effectively deal with everyday temptations so that you can stay on the road to freedom.

#565 - Overcome Offenses With Forgiveness | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Have you ever had to navigate at high speeds around an object that is lying in the middle of a busy highway? Relationship issues are a bit like that. You've got to learn how to navigate safely around them, otherwise you're going to experience some real damage to your heart and life. In today's episode, we'll talk about why cultivating a spirit of forgiveness is an absolutely critical part of staying on the road to freedom.

#564 - Called out of Terrible Darkness | Brian’s Story of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

When Brian was growing up, he wholeheartedly pursued sex, drugs, a musical career, and whatever else he thought would bring him fulfillment. But then, God began to draw Brian—through a drumming gig at a church, through a girlfriend who was fed up with his porn addiction, and then through his time in the Residential Program at Pure Life Ministries. Little bit by little bit, God was calling Brian to become a dedicated follower of Jesus.

#563 - What are Common Myths About Sexual Addiction? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

When professing Christians get sick of being addicted, they often turn to the internet, self-help gurus or psychology to find out where their real problem is. Unfortunately, a lot of what they'll find from these sources is nothing more than myth. In today's show, we'll look at some really common myths that many Christians believe about sexual addiction.

#417 (REPLAY) - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 2)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In our last episode, we took time to reflect on the wonder of Jesus—his lowliness, his love and his sacrifice. This week, we'll keep going. Welcome to Part 2 of our Purity for Life Christmas episode!

#416 (REPLAY) - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 1)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

It takes quite an effort to fix our eyes on Jesus in this crazy world, and it is no different at Christmastime. In fact, the holidays often only amplify the pain and sorrow many people feel in their everyday lives. But we want to help you allow Jesus to take center stage during this holiday season. No matter what's going on in your life, please take some time to stop everything and focus on the greatest gift ever given.

#562 - Are You a Slave to Your Lusts? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

"I’m struggling.” This is probably the most common way Christian men describe their continual attempts to break free from sexual sin. But for many, it would be much more accurate if they said, "I'm a slave to lust.” In today’s episode, we'll get to the heart of addiction and we'll talk about the first step men must take if they want real freedom.

#561 - Men’s Sexual Sin Q&A

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Do you want to know how to effectively deal with temptation? Do you ever wonder if the apostle Paul believed that marriage was the cure for sexual addiction? In this episode, Steve Gallagher and the leadership of Pure Life Ministries offer biblical answers to really common questions about sexual sin.

#560 - Keep Your Eyes on God’s Goal | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Sometimes the goal we set for ourselves does not fully match God's goal for us. Here's a surprising example of this: when we make freedom from sexual sin our highest goal. In today’s show, we’ll talk about why God's goal for our lives is much deeper and more wonderful than that, and why pursuing His goal for our lives is a “Key Lesson on the Road to Freedom.”

Resources we mentioned:

Living in Victory Through the Power of Mercy (Book) By Steve Gallagher

#559 - Mercy Destroys the Spirit of Lust | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Real freedom isn't just about protecting our hearts from a lustful spirit, it's about yielding to a completely different kind of spirit—a loving, giving, spirit of mercy. In today’s show, we’ll talk about why learning to get in the flow of God’s mercy is absolutely critical for going all the way into a life of victory, and we’ll also give you some practical things that will help you foster that spirit of mercy.

Resources we mentioned:

At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry (Book) by Steve Gallagher
Living in Victory Through the Power of Mercy (Book) by Steve Gallagher

#558 - Rescued, Redeemed, Restored (Part 2) | Greg And Paloma’s Story Of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Part 2: As Greg drove on to the Pure Life Ministries' Residential campus, he experienced a hope that he hadn't felt in a very long time. And hope was exactly what he and Paloma needed, because sin and selfishness had ravaged their marriage. Over the next 9 months, he and Paloma would experience a transformation in their lives and in their marriage that can only be described as a miracle of God.

Resources:

Why the Residential Program Must Be Nine Months (Article) By Steve Gallagher
Exploring the Pain a Betrayed Wife Experiences (Article) By Kathy Gallagher

#557 - Rescued, Redeemed, Restored (Part 1) | Greg And Paloma’s Story Of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Part 1: In 2020, life had never been worse for Greg and Paloma. Greg had been addicted to porn for over two decades and had lost all hope of being free. One day, he decided to give himself over to his fantasies and pay for sex. When Greg’s sin came to light, Paloma was absolutely crushed. Their marriage…was over. At least, that’s what they both thought.

#556 - Why You Should Read ”Evidence Not Seen”

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0500

Resources we mentioned:

Evidence Not Seen: A Woman's Miraculous Faith in the Jungles of World War II (Book) By Darlene Deibler Rose

#555 - Cultivate a Disciplined Lifestyle | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Here's a paradox: If you want to enjoy tremendous freedom in Christ, then cultivate a disciplined lifestyle. In today’s episode, Steve Gallagher joins us to take a look at why discipline is part and parcel with growth as a Christian.

#554 - Fall in Love with Jesus | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Austin Kropf and Josh Bergstrom had both tried numerous things in an attempt to find freedom from sexual sin. But instead of getting better, they had only grown worse. So when they came to Pure Life Ministries, they were exhausted, despairing and desperate for change. And then something happened that changed everything. They fell in love with Jesus.

#553 - Keep First Things First | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

We wouldn’t think twice about trying to live without air, water, or food. So why do we think we can live spiritually without a daily intake of God’s word and a daily life of prayer? In this episode of Purity for Life, we’re going to talk about establishing and maintaining a devotional life—because, let’s face it, we will never stay on the road to freedom without keeping first things first.

#511 (Replay) - Handle Failure Wisely | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Imagine that for the first time in your life, you're leaving all the miserable consequences of sexual sin behind you and walking forward in real freedom. But then something devastating happens. You fail. Now what? In this episode, Steve and Kathy Gallagher join us to talk about what to do, and what not to do, when you fail so that you don't get fatally sidetracked on the road to freedom.

#552 - Why Peace Reigns When God Conquers Our Hearts | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

If you and your spouse are walking down the path laid out by Jesus in the Beatitudes, something wonderful is on the horizon. From the ashes of sexual sin's destruction will rise something new and beautiful. Where sin once reigned with terrible fury, God will rule over your hearts and home with a powerful sense of peace. This is the final episode of our series, Ashes to Beauty. You don't want to miss it!

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#551 - Why a Pure Heart Will Make EVERYTHING New | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Ashes to Beauty Episode 7: When a husband truly repents of sexual sin, most couples are ready to put all of that behind them and to enjoy a new life. But they soon find that there are other huge areas of their marriage that still need God's powerful touch. In today’s show, we'll talk about two of the biggest: healthy communication and intimacy in the marriage bed.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#550 - Why a Marriage Full of Mercy is so Blessed | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

We know that a marriage cannot survive when selfishness dominates the couple’s hearts and their home. But do we really believe that the opposite is also true–that a marriage will overflow with blessing when each spouse is giving their lives away for others? In episode 6 of Ashes to Beauty, Scott and Erin Wilson talk about why living "the mercy life" radically changed their marriage and became one of their greatest goals.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#549 - Why it’s Good to Be Really Hungry for God | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

If a couple who were in real trouble asked you what it would take to restore their lives and their marriage, what would you tell them? Would you tell them they both really need a desperate desire for righteousness? In episode five of our series Ashes to Beauty, Shawn and Susan Smith talk about why becoming hungry for righteousness made such a huge difference in their own lives and marriage.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#548 - Why Obeying God Reverses the Desolation of Self-Will | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In the fourth episode of Ashes to Beauty: Scott and Erin Wilson’s world blew apart in one day when Erin found texts from another woman on Scott's phone. For the next couple of years, they tried to fix their marriage--in their own way and their own strength. Eventually, they both came to the place where they were willing to do the will of God. That’s when their marriage began to be restored.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#547 - Why Those Who Weep Are Actually Blessed | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In the newest episode of Ashes to Beauty: When our hearts are torn open, we frantically reach for anything that will take away the pain. But what if God showed up in our suffering and told us that our pain was actually opening the door to tremendous blessing? Even though that makes no sense to our natural minds, that's exactly what He means when He says, "Blessed are those who mourn."

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#546 - Why Devastation is the First Step Toward Redemption | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Sexual sin is like a hurricane of evil, and the overwhelming devastation can make it seem like there's no hope for the marriage. But in God's powerful hands, the sense of our total neediness actually becomes the first step on the road to redemption. That's what we'll talk about in episode two of our series Ashes to Beauty.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#545 - God is Willing and Able to Transform ANY Marriage | Ashes to Beauty

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

For over 35 years, we have watched God do miracles in even the most hopeless of situations. If your marriage has been reduced to a pile of ashes, you won't want to miss our newest series. We'll talk to four different couples whose marriages were horribly damaged by sexual sin, but who walked God's pathway to restoration and found that He is truly able to transform marriages from ashes to beauty.

Resources we mentioned:

From Ashes to Beauty (Book) by Jeff Colón

#544 - You Must Be Holy, For God is Holy Part 2

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

When God says, "Be holy, for I am holy," it's like He's saying, "Become like Me." Wait, seriously? God is telling fallen human beings to become like Him? Dr. John Oswalt is back with us for the second part of our discussion about holiness.

Resources we mentioned:

Called to Be Holy by John Oswalt
The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (Bible Commentary) by John Oswalt
The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 40-66 (Bible Commentary) by John Oswalt

#543 - You Must Be Holy, For God is Holy Part 1

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

After God delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, He said to them, “I am Yahweh your God. Sanctify yourselves, therefore, and be holy; for I am holy." These are solemn words applicable to every professing believer. But what exactly is holiness? And how do we, mere humans, become holy? In this episode of Purity for Life, Dr. John Oswalt joins us to answer these questions, and more!

Resources we mentioned:

Called to Be Holy by John Oswalt
The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 1-39 (Bible Commentary) by John Oswalt
The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 40-66 (Bible Commentary) by John Oswalt

#542 - Redeemed by Love | A Story of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In today's episode we'll dive into the powerful story of how a couple went from utter hopelessness to seeing the Lord make all things new.

Helpful Resources:

#541 - A Firm Foundation: Keep Adding to Your Faith!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Wouldn't it be wonderful to be filled with God's own life and glory? Well, the good news is that if we do our part, God will fill us! In the last episode of our series "A Firm Foundation" we'll talk about what we must do to experience the reality of God’s life and power.

#540 - A Firm Foundation: Don’t Let Sin Conceive!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Want to learn how to overcome temptation? Then check out this episode. We'll look at James 1:12-15, where the apostle left us priceless wisdom on the nature of temptation, so that we can learn how to handle temptation in a way that brings life.

#539 - A Firm Foundation: Walk in the Spirit Part 2

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

If you’re a true believer, you know that Christianity is war. And the war can be incredibly fierce at times, but don’t lose heart, because God has shown us how to win. In Galatians 5, Paul says, “Walk by the spirit, and you will not fulfill the lusts of the flesh.” That’s the key to victory.

Download e-Sword here

#538 - A Firm Foundation: Walk in the Spirit Part 1

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Do you want to experience the freedom that Christ bought for you?
Do you want to be free from legalism and purified from sinful lust?
Do you want to be empowered by the Spirit to live a truly righteous life?

Then you do NOT want to miss Part 1 of our discussion on the powerful book of Galatians.

Download e-Sword here

Bonus (from #536 - A Firm Foundation: Abide in Christ)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:30:00 -0400

In this bonus segment, Nate sits down with biblical counselor Joshua Rowand to discuss the methods and resources he uses to study the Bible.

Methods we discussed:

The daily office (01:20)
Pray-read scripture to the Lord (04:15)
Use a Bible without chapter or verse markings (08:27)
Go through an annual Bible reading plan (11:46)

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Resources we mentioned:

The Walk Series (Devotionals) by Steve Gallagher
The Immerse Bible by Tyndale
Psalms in 30 Days by Trevin Wax
Live Dead Joy: 365 Days of Living and Dying with Jesus (Devotional) by Dick Brogden

#536 - A Firm Foundation: Abide in Christ

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The disciples of Jesus knew that He had big plans for them. They were called to stand for truth in a world that loved lies. They were called to preach the Word of God in a world that hated the Message and the messenger. How would they find the strength to fulfill their calling? There was only one way...by abiding in the Vine.

#535 - A Firm Foundation: Set Your Mind On Things Above

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

So, maybe you’re a fairly new believer in Jesus. You know you've been called to live a noble life, full of wisdom and good fruit. But you just aren’t quite sure how to attain to that. And what’s worse, everyone around you seems to have an opinion about what it takes to get there. And now you're confused. If you can relate to some of these feelings, this episode is for you.

Resources we mentioned:

eSword

Bonus (from #534 - A Firm Foundation: The (Real) Grace and Love of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 May 2023 00:30:00 -0400

In this bonus segment, Nate sits down with biblical counselor Ken Larkin to discuss some of the ways he studies the Bible, as well as some really helpful tools.

Methods we discussed:

Reading scripture in various translations (00:28)
Looking at words in their original language (01:55)
Word Studies (03:34)
Scripture Memorization (06:35)

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Resources we mentioned:

#534 - A Firm Foundation: The (Real) Grace and Love of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

There is no way we can live an overcoming Christian life without the (real) grace of God and love of God. So maybe that’s why the apostles gave really strong warnings about things that sounded like grace and love, but were nothing less than demonic counterfeits that destroyed people’s lives.

#533 - Why You Should Read ”Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus”

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Nabeel Qureshi grew up with a deep love for Allah, Mohammed and his family's heritage, and quickly became a confident and zealous proponent of his beloved faith. But when a Christian friend challenged him to closely examine the truth claims of Islam, his beloved faith could not bear the weight of honest scrutiny. In desperation, he cried to Allah for the truth, but what he found utterly shocked him.

Biographies we mentioned:

Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: A Devout Muslim Encounters Christianity by Nabeel Qureshi

#394 (REPLAY) - Breaking Free from the Trap of Self-Pity

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

If you've been in sexual sin for a long time, it’s easy to feel like, “This is hopeless. I’ll never be free.” But believe it or not, this is self-pity—just another one of Satan’s schemes to keep people away from true repentance, faith and salvation. In this episode, we look at how to know if you’re in self-pity and how to get out of it.

Bonus (from #532 - A Firm Foundation: Getting Radical About Sin)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 May 2023 00:30:00 -0400

In this bonus segment, Nate sits down with biblical counselor Austin Kropf to discuss the different methods he uses to study the Bible.

Methods we discussed:

Paraphrasing scripture (04:47)
The Inductive Study Method (06:50)
Finding Key Words (12:53)
Reading Commentaries (19:23)

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Resources we mentioned:

#532 - A Firm Foundation: Getting Radical About Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

When it comes to things that lead us into sin, Jesus' stance is strong, uncompromising, even seemingly extreme. But He has promised that if we will listen to Him, our lives will be built on an unshakable foundation.

#531 - A Firm Foundation: Seeking the Lord While He is Near

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt like sin drug you into a spiritual desert or a land of captivity? If so, the prophetic words in Isaiah 55 will resonate deeply with you. This timeless passage calls out to every lost soul: "Return to God!" so that we might find in Him a place of spiritual peace, security and prosperity.

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Resource we mentioned: The Book of Isaiah, Chapters 40-66 by John N. Oswalt

#530 - A Firm Foundation: Praying with Absolute Confidence

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In Psalm 107, this refrain is repeated four times: “Then they cried to Yahweh in their trouble, and He delivered them out of their distress.” Why the repetition? Because when we realize that we have sinned, and we know we are in deep trouble, we need to know without a doubt that God will answer us if we cry out to Him.

#529 - A Firm Foundation: Turning to God in Radical Humility

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

For those who are being broken over their sin, and are turning to God in repentance, Psalm 51 is a treasure trove of spiritual knowledge. It is touching, brilliant, and artistic. But it’s not included in the Bible for us merely to appreciate it. It’s there like a blazing lighthouse, showing us how to return safely into the harbor of God’s redemption.

#528 - Why You Should Read About Amy Carmichael

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

If you aren’t in the habit of reading Christian biographies, we hope that this episode will inspire you to start. Aside from the Bible, Christian biographies can be some of the most helpful reading you’ll ever do. In this show, we’ll look at the remarkable life of Amy Carmichael, an Irish woman who gave herself entirely for the will of God in India.

Biographies we mentioned:

A Chance to Die: The Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael by Elisabeth Elliot
Amy Carmichael of Dohnavur by Frank Houghton
Bruchko by Bruce Olson
Chasing the Dragon: One Woman's Struggle Against the Darkness of Hong Kong's Drug Dens by Jackie Pullinger

Bonus (from #527 - A Firm Foundation: When Judgment Opens the Door for Hope)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:30:00 -0400

In this bonus segment, Nate sits down with biblical counselor Michael Wheaton to discuss some methods he uses to study the Bible.

Methods we discussed:

Familiarizing yourself with the text: (00:56)
Finding key words: (04:23)
Studying verse by verse: (06:08)
Identifying themes and overall purpose: (09:28)
Reading commentaries: (12:25)
Putting these methods into practice: (14:50)

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Resources we mentioned:

e-Sword - Download eSword here

#527 - A Firm Foundation: When Judgment Opens the Door for Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

When God visits a person’s sin in judgment, their lives begin to unravel. Frustration builds to misery, then gives way to despair, and often, finally collapses into ruin. But in Hosea 2, an astonishing picture emerges. God's deepest desire is not to destroy sinners, but to use the pain of judgment to open a doorway into total restoration.

#526 - A Firm Foundation: Scandalous Love and Lavish Mercy

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

When you know that you've sinned terribly against God, where do you find the confidence to go back to Him? How can you know that He will be willing to receive you? Today we'll look at two passages that shed light on one of the most precious truths about God: He is full of mercy toward anyone who will repent.

#525 - A Firm Foundation: Beware of Evil!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

George Barna recently reported that over 75 percent of Americans read the Bible once a month or less. According to Jesus, that is a recipe for spiritual devastation. Join us for our newest series, where you will be inspired and equipped to begin a life of studying God's precious word!

#524 - Help: I have no support!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0400

In times of extreme need, people often claim that they have no one to help them. But how often is that actually true, and how often is that just a feeling? And what do you do if you really don’t have anyone who is willing to help you? If you’re feeling like you have no support in your current situation, this episode is for you.

#523 - Stephen and Kelly’s Story of Hope: Bright Light in Horrible Darkness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

There is no doubt that sexual sin and betrayal brings men and women into long seasons of terrible darkness. But Jesus is the light of the world! In this episode, Stephen and Kelly Hauck share very openly about their past life of sin and suffering to show that in times of greatest darkness, the light of Christ shines with incredible brightness.

#522 - The True Grace of God Does a Powerful Work

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

When the Apostle Peter urged Christians to stand fast in the true grace of God, he implied that there is a false grace that we must avoid. We are living in a culture that is saturated with sensuality and perversion. We don't need a grace that leaves us unforgiven, unsaved and unchanged. We need something real, something full of life and power. In this episode, we play a sermon by Steve Gallagher where he shows us what true grace is, and what it's not.

#521 - Should Christians Use the Word Addiction?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we're going to ask the question, "Should Christians use the word addiction?" To help answer that question, Dr. Daniel Berger helps us understand what the culture means by addiction and whether or not the Bible gives credence to those ideas.

#520 - Worldliness is the Bane of a Pure Heart

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we look at two strategies for winning the war against sexual sin. The first is that we have to seperate ourselves from the spirit of this world. The second is that, as we do this, we must begin to seek God with all our hearts.

#518 - Putting Jesus in His Rightful Place | Danielle’s Story of Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

There have been many testimonies told from those who've gone through our counseling programs. Some of those testimonies are so similar to each other that they can become almost predictable, but we never get tired of hearing them. There is something powerful about God's individual, intimate involvement with each person that He comes to. In this episode, we walk through the story of Danielle. She had a relationship with Jesus from a young age, but for a long time, there wasn't much depth to her walk with God. She wanted to follow Jesus, but there were things that were really hindering her. And then her husband’s sexual sin really brought things to a head, and God used that trial to really draw her to Himself.

#352 (Replay) - Should I Marry a Guy Struggling with Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We see it all too often. And we see it from both sides. There is the man who is struggling with sexual sin, with his addiction to pornography, but he thinks, “My problem will all go away when I get married.” Then there is the young woman who knows of her fiancé’s struggles, but she marries him anyway, thinking the same thing: “Marriage will fix him.” In this Purity for Life episode from 2019, we answer the question “Should I Marry a Man Struggling with Porn?”

#516 - A Leaders Guide to the Sexual Addict (Part 2)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

#515 - A Leaders Guide to the Sexual Addict (Part 1)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

When you've ministered to Christian men in sexual sin for as long as we have, you start to get a pretty good idea about who you are dealing with and what they need. If you’re a pastor, if you’re discipling someone who is struggling with sexual sin, or if you recently found out that someone you love has been living a double life of hidden immorality, this episode is for you. Welcome to part one of A Leader's Guide to the Sexual Addict.

#514 - Chris and Marissa’s Story of Hope: Saved from the Prison of Self

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

#513 - Keep Your Home Holy | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the fifth episode in our series, Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom. In this episode, we are going to look at yet another vital aspect of learning to walk in freedom from sexual sin - keeping a godly atmosphere in your home. It's a lesson we all have to learn. If we want to live godly lives, we have to keep a careful guard over our homes.

#419 (Replay) - Wives: Hold Fast to a Living Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The world tells us that hope comes from an expectation that something good is going to happen. But if that’s true, how can a wife have hope when her marriage is failing? You see, we need a hope that anchors itself in something beyond this world of suffering. We need a living hope flowing to us despite the difficult circumstances of this life. In this Purity for Life replay, Kathy Gallagher joins us to talk about the true hope of all believers, and she helps us see how to anchor ourselves in it.

#512 - Fight in God’s Strength | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

As you continue on the road to real freedom over sexual sin, there's one key lesson that can take quite awhile to learn. And while learning it can be pretty painful, it's absolutely essential. Simply put, you have to learn to control yourself. But what makes it hard is that many of us have come to the painful realization that more self-effort in not the way to develop greater self-control. So join us as we look at how living a self-controlled life can only come by learning to live in the power of the Holy Spirit.

#511 - Handle Failure Wisely | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

#510 - Live By Faith, Not Feelings | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Freedom from sexual sin is absolutely possible. But it's a journey, and knowing how to stay on the path towards that freedom is crucial. There are obstacles that we will face along the way that can totally derail us, unless we learn how to deal with them well. One is how we navigate around our feelings. The second is how we choose to walk through the consequences of our own sin. That’s our subject today in episode two of our series, Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom.

#509 - Never Stop Fighting | Key Lessons on the Road to Freedom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Have you ever noticed that Americans are always looking for keys? We want someone to give us three keys to a better life, five keys to a happy marriage or seven keys to a secure future. This week we are starting a new miniseries about keys – sort of. Really, we are going to be talking about key lessons that you will need to learn as you journey out of sexual sin and into real freedom. The first key lesson is that you must have a fighting spirit.

#508 - Is Masturbation a Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

God's warnings to those who indulge in sexual immorality should be enough to convince us that the only reasonable course of action is a wholehearted pursuit of purity. But where do you draw the line when it comes to purity? And actually the better question is this: where does God draw the line? In this "Ask the Counselor" episode of Purity for Life, we tackle the often-debated question: ‘Is masturbation a sin?’

#507 - Don’t Fall for Dead End Solutions to Addiction

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

A lot of times when someone gets sick of their addiction, they go to Google and search for help. And that's when they realize there are actually a ton of different options out there. Now that might seem good, except for one thing: the vast majority of those solutions are powerless to help them really change. So in this episode, we break down the problems with two very common remedies for addiction: secular accountability groups and the always-popular “resolution” to change.

#506 - Flee from Babylon!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Babylon began as an ancient city built by a rebel. It later emerged as a proud, idolatrous, God-opposing empire. The origins and history of Babylon are so entwined with defiance toward God that it came to symbolize everything that resists the rule of God in the world. Its king is Satan himself. Its goal is life without God. This is the final episode in our series, "Babylon: The Seat of Satan's Power." In today's show, there will be no history lessons, no discussions, no explanations. Just an exhortation to respond to the timeless words of God. Yes, His voice is still echoing in the prophet Jeremiah's ancient words: "Flee from the midst of Babylon!"

#505 - Babylon: The Suffocating Grip of Social Media

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Satan's end goal is to create a global mindset of rebellion against God's authority. But how does he do it? What are his most effective strategies for shaping the minds of men and women? What are the cultural forces that we need to be most aware of and most on guard against? Our episode this week takes a look at one way he does this, a phenomenon that has gripped the hearts of over 4 billion people - social media.

Bonus (from #504 - Babylon: Living in a Culture of Frenzy)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Before they came to Pure Life Ministries, Gabriel, Michael and Chris lived their lives in a frenzy, running from place to place. They couldn’t slow down long enough to allow the Lord to speak to them. This left them in a bad place spiritually. In this discussion, they share what it took for the Lord to slow them down. They’ll talk about how God did that as they went through the Pure Life Ministries Residential Program. They’ll also testify to the peace of God which comes from taking the time to meditate on His Word and taking the time to wait patiently for His direction in life.

#504 - Babylon: Living in a Culture of Frenzy

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Many saints throughout the ages have spoken of the value of being still. They've told us about the great spiritual benefits awaiting anyone who will regularly quiet their minds and hearts so that they might contemplate God. They've urged us to think deeply about His works, wonders and promises. They've testified about growing in the reality of eternity. If that’s the impact that was made on those who chose to quiet themselves before God, it’s no wonder why Satan loves fostering stress, pressure, lights, noise, and endless activity and motion in our culture. After all, if we are constantly tyrannized by what is happening right now, we will never have time to think about eternity.

#503 - Babylon: Christian Nationalism

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

When the founding fathers gathered to sign the declaration of independence, they fully believed that the Christian God was behind their endeavor. They were, after all, championing noble causes such as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Centuries later, multitudes of evangelical Americans have the same conviction - God is on our side. Today we're going to take a look at Christian nationalism, and full disclosure, we're going to stir the pot a little bit.

Bonus (from #502 - Babylon: Infiltrating the Church with a False Gospel)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Here is the full discussion from Episode #502. In it, Nate, Patrick, and Jon discuss their church backgrounds prior to coming to the Pure Life Residential Program and how it shaped their way of thinking. They look at how their background led them to elevate talent and good works over devotion to God, and how various online preachers and music artists influenced their religion more than the truth of God’s Word.

#502 - Babylon: Infiltrating the Church with a False Gospel

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Church plays a significant role in the lives of many professing Christians today. It provides a sense of community and belonging. Church is a place where people rally around us when we're in trouble. It's the place where we develop our closest relationships. Sometimes it can be the scene of our deepest hurts. Our churches have a major impact on the kind of people that we become. But there is also something else that happens when we attend church, something that you may not have thought about. Our church is shaping our view of what it really means to be a Christian. And we're either getting a true representation of Christianity, or a false one. In today's episode we're going to look at one of Satan's key strategies in the war to unite mankind in rebellion against God - infiltrating the church with false teachers.

#422 (REPLAY) - Exposing How Pride Takes Root in Our Hearts

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

We're taking a break from our series, Babylon: The Seat of Satan's Power, this week. In this replay from our "Exposed" series, we look at what allows pride to flourish and grow inside us. We’ll look at life in America and examine the ways it encourages us to be proud. We’ll also talk about trials in marriage and how they can foster our pride in unexpected ways. Both topics will help us see more clearly the way God deals with pride and the consequences of its unchecked influence.

#501 - Babylon: An Apathetic Church Culture

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

For thousands of years, thick spiritual darkness covered the entire world. The prince of darkness, Satan, longed for the day when he would once again unite the globe in open rebellion to God's authority. But one day, 120 men and women left an upper room in Jerusalem with a fiery zeal and a white hot love for Jesus of Nazareth - the man who had changed everything about their lives. Their passion and their testimonies were infectious and began plundering the kingdom of darkness of its subjects daily.

When God's people are inflamed with love for Jesus and a zeal for His Kingdom, Satan's master plan for humanity is presented with a massive threat. But the enemy won't go down without a fight. In this show, we'll look at one of his most effective counterattacks - fostering a church culture that is full of apathy.

#500 - Babylon: Satan’s Kingdom of Pride

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Last week, we began looking at some of the main tactics Satan uses to lead mankind into rebellion against God. In this episode, we’ll look at another example of how Satan does that. Join us, as we examine how our enemy works tirelessly to promote a lifestyle of selfishness and pride in us and how that leads us into rebellion against the Lord. We’ll also discuss how God earnestly and tirelessly works to tear those things down in every believer’s life.

Bonus (from #499 - Babylon: The Realm of Desire)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:30:00 -0400

When we sin, we naturally don’t want to take responsibility for our actions. We want to blame others or even blame God. But Scripture clearly says that it’s our own desires which lead into sin. In this discussion, Brooks, Josh and Chris unpack how they went from a place of making excuses when they sinned, to a place of brokenness and contrition over their spiritual condition. They also discuss how the Lord brought them to a place where they were no longer controlled by their desires.

#499 - Babylon: The Realm of Desire

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Up to this point in our series, we've been taking a bird’s eye view of the spiritual realm to expose how the world is being controlled by an ancient spirit bent on rebellion against God. Now it’s time to zoom in and start looking at some of the practical, every-day things that the spirit of Babylon uses to draw mankind into that rebellion. We'll expose some of our personal vulnerabilities, and some of the weaknesses in our religious system, which leave us exposed to this very powerful, very seductive and very evil spirit. Journey with us as we look at the massively important realm of desire.

Bonus (from #498 - Babylon: An Empire Aimed at Conquest)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:30:00 -0400

If we are going to resist the enemy, we must learn to be fighters. That's what Josh, Kyle, and Trey found out early on in their walk with the Lord. The battle was hard, and they weren’t expecting it. In this discussion, they reflect on how worldliness will kill a fighting spirit, and how God has helped them to become willing to enter the battle. We hope you’ll be encouraged by their stories and by their growing passion to know Jesus!

#498 - Babylon: An Empire Aimed at Conquest

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

There is a dark spirit at work in this world, seeking to destroy mankind by convincing them to unite in rebellion against God. That spirit is of course, Satan. But he isn't alone. All around us, there are demonic beings trying to exert their very powerful influence upon us. This week, we’re going to take a brief look at the demonic realm and how these dark spirits work to gain dominion over a person's heart. And we’ll follow that up with a conversation about a powerful strategy to effectively fight against their evil influence.

Bonus (from #497 - Babylon: The Global Mindset of Kosmos)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Sexual sin is an obvious manifestation of a worldly mindset. But there are many other, less obvious, and less wicked ways, in which Satan allures us into a godless lifestyle. This was definitely true for Gabriel, Chad and Vinny – three men on staff here at Pure Life Ministries who were once hopelessly caught up in the world system. In this special roundtable discussion, they sit down to discuss the details of what drew them away from God, and also the miraculous transformation that occurred during their time in our Residential Program.

#497 - Babylon: The Global Mindset of Kosmos

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Scripture reveals that Satan desires to seduce all mankind. By marshaling the entire demonic realm, he seeks to deceive us and lead us into the same lustful, corrupt and godless mindset which marks his kingdom. The truth is, that as we look at the vast majority of men and women, we realize that Satan has succeeded in this plot. Most of humanity has bought into his lies, wholeheartedly pursuing a self-centered life in this present world. And so, in the sixth episode of our series Babylon: The Seat of Satan’s Power, we discuss what the Bible calls Kosmos. As we explore what Kosmos really is, we’ll see why it’s such a serious threat to every believer and what our response to it should be.

#496 - Babylon: Living in Opposition to God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

If you’ve been listening to our Babylon series, then you know that it’s all about exposing the spirit that is working in this world to bring everyone into rebellion against God. So far, we’ve explored the historical origins of Babylon. Now we’re going to look at how Satan is crafting a worldwide rebellion against God. He will do it much more easily than we could imagine. He’ll do it by appealing to our desires.

#495 - The Rise of Babylon the Great

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

To understand how the spirit of Babylon invades our way of thinking, we must understand how Satan uses men to help promote his goals. There have been many examples of such men and women throughout the ages, but the first was Nimrod, the founder of Babylon. The rebellion he began against Yahweh continues even today and can be found in the beliefs of many religions, cultures and organizations. And if we aren't careful, any of these ideas can influence us and steal our hearts away from the Lord.

Bonus (from #494 - Babylon: Evil Seed on Noah’s Ark )

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Just because we take extreme measures to prevent giving in to sexual temptation doesn’t mean anything has changed in our hearts. We can’t just put off sinful habits, we need God to give us a new heart – one in which He produces the true fruits of righteousness. In this roundtable discussion, Josh, Chris, and Luke sit down in the Pure Life studio to discuss the crazy things they did to overcome their sexual addiction and how it never worked. But their stories will also give hope to anyone in bondage as they share how God blessed them and freed them tremendously during their time in our Residential Program.

#494 - Babylon: Evil Seed on Noah’s Ark

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

If Genesis 6-8 tell the story of a family that survived the great flood because of their devotion to God, why do Genesis 10-11 tell the story of a great insurrection against God's authority? How could mankind have fallen so far, so fast? Steve Gallagher joins us to look at where the Tower of Babel rebellion ultimately began - in the heart of one of Noah's own sons. We’ll see how a young man who grew up in a very godly home could become the grandfather of the very first Antichrist. And Ed Buch helps connect this story to each one of us, showing how it plays out for many in the church today. Plus, our staff roundtable guests will share personal testimonies of the outward things they tried to stop from giving over to sexual sin, how these never worked, and what ultimately changed their hearts.

Bonus (from #493 - Babylon: When Satan Rules the Hearts of Men)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Here’s the full roundtable discussion from Episode #493. Listen as three of our counselors walk through how the spiral of degradation unfolded in their own lives. They get brutally honest about where that took them, but also how wonderful it was when Jesus finally broke through and brought them out of that spiral and into life in Him.

#493 - Babylon: When Satan Rules the Hearts of Men

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

In the next few episodes, we’re going to look at the origins of Babylon. But before we get there, we need to look back to a time before this city was founded, to a time when mankind was almost universally engrossed in spiritual darkness. In the time before the flood, mankind fell into a wicked state that was so offensive to God that He wiped all but a few from the face of the earth. As we investigate this history, we learn about the corrupt nature of the human heart and how we must guard ourselves so as not to go down the same deplorable paths that those ancient men and women fell into.

Bonus (from #492 - Babylon: Satan’s Seat of Power)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:30:00 -0400

Here’s the full roundtable discussion from Episode #492. In it, three Pure Life staff members discuss the subtle ways the enemy lured them into sexual sin through the spirit of Babylon. They also discuss how God helped them separate themselves from that spirit during their time in our Residential Program.

#492 - Babylon: Satan’s Seat of Power

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Welcome to our summer series, Babylon: The Seat of Satan's Power. In this series, we are going to dive deep into this relevant subject, exploring what Babylon really is, what it's goals are and how it seeks to accomplish them.

Babylon is famous for being the brutal empire that conquered God's people and carried them off into exile. But Babylon is much more than that. It was established soon after the flood and became a symbol in Scripture for everything that is in rebellion to God's authority. Babylon is a threat to every believer which God warns us to distance ourselves from because the entire world is engulfed in the spirit of Babylon and is headed towards outright insurrection against the Lordship of Jesus.

In this episode, we begin by looking at why separating ourselves from the world is the only way to truly walk with Christ and find freedom from sexual sin.

#491 - Refined as Silver: Self Esteem Brings a Legion of Lies

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

When we are injured physically, our body automatically respond by beginning to heal itself. Similarly, when we are injured emotionally or spiritually, we begin to try to heal ourselves. But here's the problem. When it comes to emotional pain, our natural reactions often end up doing even more damage to us in the long run. We can’t simply heal ourselves – we need God to do His work in us and as we know, His ways are not like our ways. Join us as we explore the danger of trying to find healing through boosting our self-esteem in another follow up to our Refined as Silver series.

#490 - Refined as Silver: Worldliness is a Doorway for Destruction

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Earlier this year we released a series called Refined as Silver, and we are back this week and next with some follow up episodes based on conversations we had during that series. This week we discuss the necessity of standing against a worldly atmosphere in the home. When a home is full of worldliness, it creates a wide-open door for all sorts of lustful temptations and for sexual sin.

#489 - A Vision of Jesus: Reflecting on the Series

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Three of our leaders joined Nate in the studio this week to reflect on Dave Leopold’s sermon series A Vision of Jesus. In their discussion, they reflect on the parts that stood out to them most, how the messages impacted them personally and also how it has affected our Residential Program students.

#488 - A Vision of Jesus: Zeal for Our Hearts

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Anyone who takes a deep look at Jesus will realize that He was not an ordinary man. He was full of a love that was pure and otherworldly, and it inspired Him to do things that can be very hard for us to understand. But we must continue to look at Him until we see the motivations of His heart rightly. In this sermon, Reverend Dave Leopold unpacks the miracle at the Wedding in Cana and Jesus’ driving out the money changers in the temple. He shows us how both stories reveal the passionate and zealous love which God has for us.

#487 - A Vision of Jesus: Speaking the Painful Truth in Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

We’ve all had experiences where someone did something or said something that initially hurt us that turned out in the end to be the best thing for us. We call that tough love, and it is love, even if it doesn’t feel like it. In this episode of our series A Vision of Jesus, Dave Leopold looks at two instances where Jesus treated someone in a way that initially seemed cruel but ultimately worked out for their good. Jesus will do whatever He knows is best for us, because He is full of grace and truth.

#486 - A Vision of Jesus: A Consuming Fire of Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Who was this Jesus from the Bible? What was He really like? Reverend Dave Leopold continues to help answer these questions this week. One startling revelation about Christ’s character is that He was and is a consuming fire of love. And when this love came into contact with men and women in the Bible, it demanded a response. Dave looks at two such encounters in the stories of the Rich Young Ruler and Zacchaeus the tax collector. Each encounter with Jesus’ powerful presence brought them face to face with their true character, and it was then they were forced to decide how they would respond – a decision that would determine their eternal destiny.

#485 - A Vision of Jesus: Full of Grace and Truth

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Over the next four weeks, we’re going to play a series of messages by Reverend Dave Leopold from the Zion Faith Homes. These talks, delivered back in February to the men in our Residential Program, focused on helping us to see the character of Jesus Christ more clearly.
This week’s message comes from John 1, where the Apostle wrote that Jesus Christ came to us, “full of grace and truth.” These words are a profound revelation about Jesus’ ministry, but they also reveal to us what we truly need from God in this life. Grace enables us to do what we could never do on our own, while truth tells us exactly what we need to hear and shows us what we need to see. Together, they work to help us to find our way towards real freedom.

#484 - Overcoming the Destructive Nature of Pride

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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. This is true, but they are usually very surprised when they find out what it is. In a recent series of shows, we asked the question, “What does that have to do with my problem?” And all the issues we touched on in those episodes – self-righteousness, self-pity, obsession with success – all of them flow out of a thriving self-life. In this week’s show, we look at another key feature of the self-life: pride, and how it really is another hidden fuel of sexual sin.

#483 - Why Does My Wife Need to Know About My Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Last week we looked at how vital confession is for someone to find freedom from sexual sin. This week we look at another aspect of confession: confessing adultery to a wife. Pastor Ed and Kathy Gallagher join us to look at some practical steps and considerations when confessing sexual sin, as well as some of the struggles that come with taking this difficult, but vital step.

#482 - Do I Have to Confess My Sin? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

One of the most common lies whispered into the ears of men in sexual sin is, "You can get free between you and God. No one needs to know." While many are willing to believe this deception, the truth is that confession is absolutely essential for anyone who desires genuine freedom. In this episode, Pastor Ed Buch helps us unpack the spiritual realities behind confession.

#374 - (REPLAY) A Hedonistic Lifestyle Opens the Door for an Addiction to Pornography

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

We’re taking a break from producing a new episode this week as we get settled, following a wonderful time at our Annual Conference this past weekend. This replay is one of our favorites from our 20 Truths series, and we hope it’s a blessing to you. In it, we’ll define hedonism, and look at its close connection with sexual sin. Much of today's church lives more to please self than to honor Jesus, and it’s this kind of lifestyle which opens the door for sexual sin. If you haven't listened through the whole 20 Truths series before, we’d also encourage you to go back and listen to that series. Just look for episodes 363-364 and 366-381.

#481 - What Does THAT Have To Do With My Problem? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

In this new Ask the Counselor episode, we continue looking at sins which are closely tied to sexual addiction. Today we’ll look at self-pity, covetousness, self-righteousness and living by our feelings. While on the surface these issues may seem unrelated, they are still sins that must be dealt with if a person is ever to experience genuine freedom over their sexual addiction.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Have you ever sought counsel for something and the person giving you counsel starts touching on something that you think is totally unrelated to your problem? For example, you want help with your addiction to sexual sin and they start talking to you about your relationship with God, your ingratitude, fear, worry, or even your perfectionism. In this episode we discuss some of the spiritual issues that a person must deal with if he or she is looking to find freedom from sexual sin.

#479 - The Danger of Apostasy

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

The 22nd Annual Pure Life Ministries Conference is coming up April 22nd & 23rd and will be hosted in the Answers Center at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY. In this episode, we want to give you a taste for the kinds of powerful teachings you can expect at this event by playing a sermon preached by Steve Gallagher at our 2019 conference. We hope it will bless you, and that you will consider joining us this April.

#478 - But, My Sin Isn’t That Bad!

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

One of the worst aspects of sexual sin is that it breeds deception in the heart and in the soul. The many lies that come with sexual sin slowly corrupt a person until they are completely blind to the spiritual realities of life. Therefore, the sexual addict must learn to live in truth if he or she is ever to find freedom from their sin.

#477- Refined as Silver: The Beauty of Forgiveness

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

In the final episode of our series, Refined as Silver, we look at what it means for a wife to forgive her husband truly, completely and radically, even after the devastation of sexual sin. Biblical Counselor Rose Colón joins Nate to talk about the challenges that arise as a wife seeks to live in forgiveness, and the incredible freedom that comes through it.

#476 - Refined as Silver: Submission Toward One Another

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0400

When Susan was a young wife, she didn't give the idea of submission much weight. But when she and her husband got serious about following Jesus, she took another look at the subject. In part four of our series, Refined as Silver, Susan talks with us about this very touchy topic.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

In part three of our series, Refined as Silver, we look at the crucial role a wife plays as her husband walks in repentance from sexual sin. Kathy Gallagher helps us see that when a wife selflessly puts her husband first, she is learning to embody the love of Jesus Christ.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

How can a wife trust her husband when he has proven himself to be unfaithful? How can she know that he has truly repented of his sin or if he will betray her again? In part two of our series, Refined as Silver, we discuss how a wife can learn to rest in the Lord as she entrusts her marriage to Him. And she must also learn to have faith that God will hold her husband fast as he walks out His repentance.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

When a woman finds out that her husband is in sexual sin, she passes through a fire of deep pain and suffering. For many, this experience creates long-terms wounds that never quite heal. But others have a surprisingly different story to tell. In our new five-part series for wives, Refined as Silver, we will talk to women who found an unexpected liberty as they allowed the Lord to use the fiery trials they endured to refine them and produce His character in them.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

When a person believes that freedom from sexual sin is impossible for them, it often leads to feelings of despair and hopelessness. We looked at common things inside us that lead to these feelings in our last episode and showed how they prevent us from gaining freedom. This week, we’ll identify five crucial steps that a person must take if they want to walk in true liberty from sin and what it looks like to put those into practice.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

How is it that many find themselves hopelessly bound in their sin when there is a God of tremendous hope offering them the keys to genuine freedom? We’ll help answer that in our next two episodes. Today’s focus is on the common barriers to overcoming sexual sin and the ways these often produce hopelessness in a sex addict’s life. This interview is part of our new and ongoing “Ask the Counselor” series, where we interview various members of our counseling staff about some of the common questions asked by those in sexual sin.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

When Jesus came in the first century, what He found caused Him to fashion a whip to cleanse the temple and led Him to pronounce woe on the religious leaders. We know that He is coming again—perhaps soon—but the question remains, “What will He find?” What will it take to be part of the faithful remnant who continue pressing on, clinging to God’s Word, and living in daily anticipation of His coming? We must prepare our hearts now!

#469 - Don’t Stop Fighting for Humility

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

For anyone who has truly found a new life in Christ, there will be a severe fight against their old nature. But it’s easy to overlook some of the enemies that one will face in that battle. One of those often-unnoticed opponents is pride, and yet overcoming it is closely linked with living a pure life. In this episode we talk about the struggle for humility and why it is so important to never give up in that fight.

#468 - Consider Jesus

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Pastor Steve preached a sermon to the men in our residential program in 2019 titled "Consider Jesus". In it, he challenged them to consider all that Jesus has done, and the radiance of His glory and how great a salvation He has bestowed upon us. In this episode, we play that sermon. We hope that it richly blesses you and points you to the tremendous hope you have in Jesus Christ.

#467 - Answers for Missionaries Struggling with Sexual Temptation

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we play an interview conducted by the Clarity Podcast featuring Pure Life’s Pastor Ed Buch and our Director of Intake, Ken Larkin. The Clarity Podcast is geared towards missionaries. So the host wanted us to weigh in on some of the issues overseas Christian workers face regarding sexual temptation. Ed and Ken tackle these issues from a biblical perspective, centering their answers in the Word of God and how we’ve seen it impact men in our programs for over 35 years.

#466 - Worship the Lord from a Sincere Heart

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

A life overflowing in sincere worship greatly pleases God. But it’s also clear in Scripture that the Lord is displeased by the worship of those whose lives contradict their profession of love to Him. Today we look at the difference between true and vain worship and the implications of each upon our lives. We’ll find that a life overflowing with worship is really the normal Christian life and it is one that has abundant peace and joy in Christ.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Many Americans are focused on themselves rather than others. It's this culture of self-centeredness that has created a lot of chaos in many marriages. Men go into marriage looking at it as a way to meet their needs. But if instead a husband seeks to know Christ, and makes this the central focus of his life and his marriage, the Lord will set him and his wife on the Narrow Way which leads to a unity with God's will and with each other.

#464 - God With Us

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

As we celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ this Christmas, we look at how He is our Emmanuel. In our sorrow, in our suffering, in our joy, and even in our daily lives, He is there; God with us. Join us as we sit down with Steve and Kathy Gallagher and other staff members from our program to discuss what it meant for God to be with them in different aspects of their lives. God is there for all of us, and we hope that through hearing these testimonies you can look back at your own life and see how He has always been and will always be your Emmanuel.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Married men who come to our residential program often tell us that they love their wives. But these words contradict their actions, which have been permeated with viewing pornography, committing adultery, and engaging in other forms of illicit sex. Once a man begins to see this and to repent, putting the words “I love you” into action will be one of his greatest undertakings. When the father loved us, it meant that he gave us his son; when Christ loved us it involved laying down his life. This is the standard for all of us, and especially for husbands: love that gives all and holds nothing back.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as we continue our series for husbands with Dustin and Brittany Renz. They share the importance of honesty, transparency, and vulnerability in rebuilding a marriage. This is something many men in sexual sin need to hear, because many are well versed in the art of lying. Dustin shares how his own secret life built up for years, and what it looked like when it all finally came out. Brittany shares the devastating affects this had on her, a young mother on the mission field. And they help us see what it takes to work through the aftermath of all this in a way that anchors a marriage in the Lord.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

When a man begins to deal with his sexual sin, he is going to find that there are deeper issues beneath the surface. The Lord will deal with these issues as he walks out his repentance. However, it’s going to take some time, because it took a long time for those things to get ingrained into him. Some sinful heart attitudes may not be apparent for years, but even if we don’t see them, they still will have negative effects on those around us. So, for husbands who want to love and serve their wives well, it is vital to cultivate a life of self-examination before God. If he doesn’t, he risks failing in his Biblical role as a husband. In this episode, Steve Gallagher shares about an area he was blind to for years: selfishness.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

If you’re really beginning to live in victory, you might think that from here on out everything will be easy. But in your marriage, you will still see that old man rising up. You may find your temper surfacing occasionally. Complaining and criticism may still come naturally. There’s even thoughts of lust still grabbing at you when you least expect it. Is this what God has for your marriage? I think the answer is yes, and no. It’s not God’s will that you continue in sin. However, he does desire to use these struggles to mold both of your characters. It takes time to unlearn years of sinful habits and to learn the values that God has designed and called you to live out in your marriage. For husbands, it starts by learning to love and serve your wife in the way that Christ loves us.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

In Luke 15, we see a picture of God as a father, longing and waiting for His lost son to return home. We can picture many wives in a similar place, having spent months, or years, or decades with a similar longing and desire for their husbands to repent of their sexual sin and return to Jesus. But unlike the Lord, who does not grow weary or anxious in the waiting and suffering, we can quickly respond in wrong ways. And maybe that’s where some of you are at today. You've been praying for your husband to change for a long time, but he’s still in the far country, and you don’t see any signs of repentance. It can be tempting to listen to the voice that’s telling you to give up. And though today's episode can't give you the answers for your exact situation, we do believe that it will give you hope.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400

When a wildfire burns a forest to the ground, it seems as if its life and beauty has been forever destroyed. But this is not the end of the story. In time, a lush new forest will replace the devastation. When the fire of lust is let loose in a marriage, all that is beautiful seems to turn to ash and death. But this too, is not the end of the story. When a husband truly repents and turns to God, and when a wife learns to forgive and trust, the seeds of a wonderful marriage are there waiting. It’s only a matter of time until all that was destroyed will be swallowed up in new life.

#456 - Why Our Residential Program is So Effective

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Maybe you’ve tried everything to break free of porn addiction or some other form of sexual sin. You’ve tried reading books, listening to podcasts and sermons, going to support groups and therapy sessions. You really do desire freedom, but nothing has worked. However, there is one more option: the Pure Life Ministries Residential Program. Now some people have asked us, “Why is that any different than all the other options out there?” Our hope is that today’s episode will answer that question and show you that real, deep and lasting change is possible.

#455 - Captivated by a Greater Wisdom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Anyone who earnestly wants to follow Christ must be wary of a common trap waiting to hinder their walk. That trap is the wisdom of this world. This counterfeit wisdom is seductive, because it caters to our fallen nature. In this episode, we’ll explore some of the dangers of worldly wisdom as it expresses itself in our western context. Then we’ll point you to the only One who is truly wise and the only One who is worthy of our trust.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The person seeking to overcome sexual addiction will likely find that Satan and his demons have contributed to the establishment of his sinful habits. In this episode, we look at the role that deliverance from these evil spiritual forces plays in gaining freedom from porn. We discuss various aspects of our war against the Enemy, and his various strategies to defeat us. We see that God wants to deliver us, but He is after so much more than just our sexual sin. He wants our whole lives.

#454 - |Victory| Persevering with a Pure Heart

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In this final episode of our Victory series, we’re going to look at some of the fruits that come out of a life lived in the Spirit of God’s mercy. We’ll look at purity, gratitude, humility, and what it truly means to know God. We’ll then look at the importance of persevering in this godly life by examining the story of King Solomon and some of the pitfalls that can beset even the most sincere saint.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In Scripture, we never see the disciples ask Jesus to teach them how to preach, or how to heal the sick or cast out demons. What we do see is them asking Him to teach them how to pray. Scripture reveals that a strong prayer life is central to life of the Christian, and in this episode, we look at how it is vital to the victorious life. There’s encouragement in the promise that if we would pray for God to mercy others by meeting their needs, then He will gladly come and meet our own needs.

#452 - |Victory| A Life Overflowing with Mercy

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

We pick up where we left off in last week’s episode by exploring some ways to live out a life surrendered to God’s will. But to live out God’s will is simply a willingness to give to others the mercy He has given to us. And this requires that we see our circumstances and those around us with very different eyes. We are joined by a variety of Pure Life counselors this week to look at this topic, because it is one of the most vital components of our ministry to men in sexual sin.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Consider how different your life would look if Jesus were to take over your body and live His will perfectly through you. One thing is certain, sexual sin wouldn’t be anywhere in the picture. His deep love for other people would make selfishness and lust an utter impossibility. God has clearly revealed that His will is mercy, but as fallen human beings, there’s so much in us that opposes that will. That means, we really need to surrender. In this episode, we discuss what it means for us to be consecrated to God, so that He may do His will of mercy through us.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

When your mind has been saturated with filthy images for years, it’s hard to imagine ever being able to have a pure thought life. But the Word of God is powerful! Last week we emphasized our need to seek the lord, and in this episode we want to help you live that out practically. We’re going to look at how scripture restructures a pornographic mindset, why a healthy relationship with God’s word is so important. Then we’ll give you some examples of how saturating your mind in God’s word translates into a changed life.

#449 - |Victory| Laying Hold of the Promise

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus told us to relentlessly ask, persistently seek and unashamedly knock until we receive what we need from God. So in this week’s show, we look at how a relentless pursuit of God is vital to live in victory. We're looking for more outward changes. We're talking about more than half-hearted prayers. We must begin to lay hold of God’s promises and to believe that those who seek Him will find Him.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

It’s time to apply everything we've learned so far in our Victory series. But to do that, we must go to the source of sin in our lives and deal with it there. God’s Word is clear, if we've been living in sexual sin, we don’t just need a change in our behaviors, we need a transformation at the deepest level. We need a change in our hearts, of our wills and of our desires.

#447 - The Radical Jesus

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Scripture warns that in the last days there will be antichrists who will lead many astray. And so without a clear understanding of who Jesus Christ is, we can easily be deceived, and fail to become the disciples we were meant to be. This week we take a short break from our victory series to speak with Glenn Meldrum, evangelist and author of The Radical Jesus. He’ll challenge us to abandon false conceptions of a tame Jesus and to know Him as He truly is - radical in every way!

#446 - |Victory| Pictures of Mercy: Grace to the Fallen King

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In this week’s episode, we look at one of the most shocking moments in King David’s reign, when he became a liar, an adulterer, and a murderer. We’ll look at it through the eyes of Nathan, the prophet who confronted David in his sin. We’ll also examine Psalm 51, the song that David wrote to express his brokenness, repentance, and need for mercy. This is a story that hits close to home for anyone in sexual sin, and we think what it teaches about God is essential for living a life of victory.

#445 - |Victory| Pictures of Mercy: The Pursuing Father

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In chapter 15 of Luke’s gospel, we find three amazing stories that all paint a unified picture of God. We see the picture of a shepherd pursuing his lost sheep. We see a woman, diligently searching for her lost coin. And we see a father, eagerly ready to welcome home his lost son. These parables were meant to reveal the heart of a God who pursues those who are lost, who overflows with joy when they are found. This week, three Pure Life Ministries staff sit down with Nate to discuss how this picture of God’s mercy is very evident as they reflect on their own journeys to Christ.

#444 - |Victory| Pictures of Mercy: The Faithful Husband

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In our current series we’re looking at how to live a victorious Christian life. We’ve shown that this can only be done through the power of mercy, but God’s mercy is often radical, going far beyond what our human ideas would imagine. Take the example of Hosea, a man called to embody God’s mercy in the most unlikely way possible. He was called by God to marry a prostitute. This picture is shocking, but it exemplifies God’s faithfulness to us, even when we go astray. So join us as we dive in to this picture of mercy as we learn what it reveals about God, and how we can appropriate that into our own walk with Him.

#443 - |Victory| Pictures of Mercy: The Bronze Serpent

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

When we become a vessel for the mercy of God to flow through to others, that’s when we begin to live in victory. But as humans we have a hard time really understanding what God’s mercy is. So, we’d like to spend a few weeks looking into God’s word for specific pictures that will help us understand what is in God’s heart. This week we’ll look at the bronze serpent, an Old Testament story that reveals the judgment that comes because of our sin as well as the wonderful healing that is available to us when we look to Christ by faith.

#442 - |Victory| Mercy Saved Frank’s Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In this series we’ve been talking about why receiving God’s mercy and then giving it away to others is central to coming out of sexual sin. Maybe some of you have been saying to yourselves, “Well, that sounds good in theory, but does mercy really work? We think that one of the most convincing ways to show you the power of mercy is to share the story of Frank Leonetti—a man whom God saved from the depths of sin and despair and who has been giving his life away for the last ten years so that people might know Jesus—the one who gave him newness of life. We hope and pray after by the end of it you’ll believe that mercy works.

#441 - |Victory| Understanding the Anger of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Last week we discussed how God is good and trustworthy, even when our circumstances challenge us to think otherwise. But what about when it isn’t our lives, but God’s own Word about Himself, that makes us question his character? Because the Bible is full of pictures of a God of wrath and a God of anger and many people can become uncomfortable or even untrusting of God, because of these revelations about Himself. But a right understanding of this aspect of God is vital to knowing and loving Him – it’s vital to living a life of victory. In this episode, we have both Steve and Kathy Gallagher in the studio. Each of them help shed some light on this often misunderstood aspect of God.

#440 - |Victory| Surrendering to the Goodness of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

One of the most important aspects of living in victory is having a vibrant relationship with God. A relationship where you come to know Him personally, experientially and where you've surrendered all to Him. But the truth is, we will never surrender ourselves to someone unless we trust them, and we won’t trust someone unless we know that they are good. In this episode, we look at one of the most attacked attributes of God: His goodness. As the psalmist says, “Oh give thanks to the Lord for He is good; His mercy endures forever” (Psalm 107:1).

#439 - |Victory| Behold the God of Mercy

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

There is a real pathway into the victorious Christian life. The foundation of such a life is total dependence on the God who is willing to live his powerful life through us. Now it’s time to build on this foundation. What kind of life is He looking to live out in me? In this episode we look at one of His most essential characteristics: mercy. What is needed for each of us is for God to give a revelation of His heart of mercy, and that by it He may establish us in a life of victory.

#438 - |Victory| Emptied of Self, Filled with Power

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

When we realize just how high God’s expectations are for us, and when we see how weak we are, there can be a strong temptation to just give up. We think, maybe overcoming sexual sin is impossible. But this isn’t true! God knows that we can’t be free from sin by our own strength, that we can’t live a holy live without his power. But He’s not asking us to do it on our own. He has promised a marvelous gift that empowers us to live in victory. On this episode we’ll talk about the incredible gift of the Holy Spirit. One vital aspect of being filled with the Holy Spirit that we’ll discuss is what it means to crucify our flesh nature.

#437 - |Victory| God Only Saves the Helpless

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

If you want to live in victory over sin, you must see that you are helpless to save yourself. However, the culture and prosperity of our day has made it possible to ignore our helplessness and allow us to live life without acknowledging God. But this self-dependence leaves us blind to our true spiritual condition, and separated from the God who yearns to meet our every need. In this week’s show, we discuss this relationship between seeing our need and gaining victory over sexual sin with three counselors from the Pure Life Ministries Residential Program.

#436 - |Victory| A Heart Burning for More

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Understanding the heart of God is critical for a life of victory. And the revelation of His will for us in Scripture is a love that calls us out of the world and out of sin and bondage to live in fellowship with Him. When we see this desire, this jealous love for us, it should compel us to reach out for a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him. And that, is the beginning of really living in victory.

#435 - |Victory| The Mercy Life is the Victorious Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

If sexual sin has ruined your life, then “living in victory” might sound like a fairy tale, or even a cruel joke. But living in victory is not only possible, it's God’s will for you. He has made a way for you to lay hold of it. In our latest series, we want to help you understand how you truly can live that victorious life, but the first thing we need to do is to make sure we’re all on the same page. So this week, we're going to make sure that we have a right understanding of true Christian victory.

#350 (REPLAY) - The Church Addicted: When Leaders are Compromised

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Nearly every Christian can name half a dozen ministry leaders of evangelical churches who have fallen due to sexual sin. How does this happen to men of God who are leaders in the church? In this final installment in our series The Church Addicted, we'll look at the role of the leader, and ask what happens when a leader is compromised by sexual sin.

#347 (REPLAY) - The Church Addicted: Love for this World or for God?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week we examine why so many in the church are plagued by addiction by looking at Scripture's command for the believer in Jesus to forsake the world. The Apostle John wrote that “If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him." Yet this truth is often ignored, disobeyed and even sometimes renounced by the Evangelical Church as out of step with reality. So in this replay from our series, The Church Addicted, we look at how to obey Scripture's command to be "in the world, but not of it."

#434 - Overcoming Fear When Restoring a Marriage

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Do not be afraid. We find this command over one hundred times in God’s word to us for a reason. Life can easily become full of fear. For wives, there can be the overwhelming opportunity to live in fear when a husband has been in sexual sin. She fears that he’ll betray her again, re-opening the wound and bringing deeper pain to her and her family. In this episode, both Kathy Gallagher and Pastor Ed Buch will share about the topic of fear, so that we understand how to face it head on, as well as come out of life’s trials with a deeper faith and a greater love for Jesus.

#433 - Why Won’t He Just Stop?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Many wives of men in sexual sin have said to us, “He told me he would stop, why won’t he just stop?” These women are exasperated and confused as to how their husbands could commit sexual sin, knowing that his actions would hurt them. Pure Life co-founder, Kathy Gallagher, joins us in this episode to offer her insight into this subject. And for couples beginning the process of reconciliation, we’ll also take time to offer some thoughts as to how a husband can begin to take his rightful place as a spiritual leader in the home once he has truly repented.

#432 - Hungry for His Appearing

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus Christ is coming soon. For those of us who profess to follow Him, the question remains: are we ready for Him to return? Many of us are caught up in the distractions of living in a prosperous nation. Whether it’s our family, career, entertainment or possessions, we tend to give our affections to these and they can become dangerous idols. But if we abide in Jesus, seeking Him passionately through His word and in prayer, He can change our hearts. Just as a bride is excited for her husband to return to her, so we can learn to not be in dread of, but to love and even to hunger for His appearing.

#431 - A Call to Gather in the Presence of Jesus

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Since the year 2000, Pure Life Ministries has been holding an annual conference in northern Kentucky. Hundreds of people join us every year to hear powerful messages, to share in wonderful times of corporate worship and fellowship, and to seek hard after God. In this episode, we’ll talk about the origins of the conference, we’ll give a little background about our conference theme this year and let you know what you can expect if you join us on April 23rd and 24th in northern Kentucky.

#430 - Exposing the Path of the True Christian Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

An essential component of overthrowing the reign of self is living in the flow of God’s love. Jesus said that if we loved God with all of our hearts and our neighbors as ourselves, we would actually be fulfilling all of His commandments. Pride and selfishness cannot flourish when a person is defined by a desire to meet the needs of others. A life lived in the service of others brings about the death of the self-life.

#429 - Exposing the Heart of a Humble Man

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Another vital heart attitude that enables us to overthrow sin’s rule in our lives is humility. Pride brought about the fall of Satan and pride put man at odds with God, resulting in the destruction of man. But humility undoes the damage of the fall, because when a man becomes humble, God becomes his protector and his friend. The role of humility in a Christian’s life can hardly be overestimated.

#428 - Exposing the True Path of Salvation

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

We all know that Jesus longs to redeem us from pride and sin. However, we also need to be convinced that He alone knows how to save the human soul, and to bring it out of bondage and into freedom. For the last six weeks we’ve been exploring how all our struggles with sin can be traced back to the “self-life,” and the pride that comes out of it. Now it’s time to look to the great Savior and Physician of our souls to see what His remedy really is. In this show we look at the wonder of poverty of spirit, brokenness, and surrender, and their important roles in the process of salvation in Jesus Christ.

#427 - Returning to Your First Love in Perilous Times

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

We’re taking a break this week from our current series. We know that the Lord is actively sanctifying and preparing His church to spend eternity with Him as His bride. But there is also a frightening reality that many people who claim to be Christians are false professors. Satan uses the currents of our culture to entice Christians to live for themselves rather than God, to pursue pleasure rather than Jesus in self-denial, and to pursue worldly philosophies rather than the pure Word of God. These truly are perilous times, and we all need to know how to go through in the power of Jesus Christ.

#426 - Exposing the Pride that Projects a Spiritual Image

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Do you ever find yourself bragging to others about your spiritual life or telling others about how you gave financially, or how you spent extra time in your devotions? These can often point to a dangerous sickness called spiritual pride. Pastor Steve Gallagher joins us this week to help us understand this deceptive piety. We also talk about how easy it is for other sins to creep in with spiritual pride.

#425 - Exposing the Pride that Needs to be Perfect

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500

“Work hard.” “Do your best.” What do you think of when you hear things like that? Now, there is obviously nothing wrong with putting your heart into something and seeking to do your best. But as with any good thing, our human nature has a knack for corrupting it into something wicked. Enter perfectionism. The perfectionist takes these things to an unhealthy, and prideful level. They hear words like “do your best” as “you must be perfect.” But what is so sinful about perfectionism and why is it prideful? We discuss that and more on this week’s episode of Purity for Life.

#424 - Exposing the Pride that Tries to Protect our Inside World

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Pride can spring up in many ways depending on our temperament. Last week, we talked about pride that loves the spotlight. But maybe you’re not like that; maybe you want to be in the background. Maybe you’re sensitive, quiet, or even shy. In this episode, we’ll look at the expressions of the self-life and pride that are revealed in those who want to keep themselves safe – safe from embarrassment, safe from being exposed, safe from being hurt.

#423 - Exposing the Pride that Seeks to be Top and Center

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Every single person is vulnerable to the sin of pride. You might be the kind of person who loves being in the background or maybe you’re a people person. It makes no difference; our self-lives will find a way to express themselves. And It will do that in many ways, leaving us blind to the way pride takes root in our hearts. This week we’ll start with the type of pride found in those who want to be at the ‘top and in the center.’

#422 - Exposing How Pride Takes Root in Our Hearts

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Last week we began to explore how our prideful self-life is the root of all sin. Today we dig a little deeper, looking at what allows pride to flourish and grow. We’ll look at life in America and examine the ways it encourages us to be proud. We’ll also be talking about trials in marriage, and how they can nurture the growth of pride in unexpected ways. Both topics will help us see more clearly the way God deals with pride, and the consequences of its unchecked influence.

#421 - Exposing the Root of all Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

One truth has forever shaped our work at Pure Life Ministries. And that is, that a man’s sexual addiction is merely the symptom of a much deeper problem; pride and self-centeredness are the ruling force in his life. If transformation is ever to occur, then these must be dealt a death-blow. Over the next nine weeks, we will be exposing the root of all sin: the self-life, and its many insidious fruits.

#420 - Not I, but Christ in Me

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

The apostle Paul said, “I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.” The path into a life filled with Christ is the crucified life, a life marked by profound brokenness and dependency. But those in sexual sin cannot live the crucified life, because their lives are marked by self-will and hardness of heart. But it is our testimony, again and again, here at Pure Life that God is able to transform anyone’s life that will earnestly seek Him and surrender to the truth that true life is when Christ lives in us.

#419 - Wives: Hold Fast to a Living Hope

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

The world tells us that hope comes from an expectation that something good is going to happen. But if that’s true, how can a wife have hope when her marriage is failing? You see, we need a hope that anchors itself in something beyond this world of suffering. We need a living hope flowing to us despite the difficult circumstances of this life. Kathy Gallagher joins us again to talk about the true hope of all believers, and she helps us see how to anchor ourselves in it.

#418 - Wives: Seek First a Better Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

We were made for love. To give it. To receive it. And no wonder, because the God who made us in his image—is love. Maybe this is why a husband’s betrayal is so painful; because first and foremost, it is a sin and an offense against love. Kathy Gallagher joins us to talk about the love of God, and why the knowledge of His love is crucial if a wife is going to find her way through the devastation of a husband’s sin. Plus, Stephanie Ehrenberg testifies to the grace of the Lord even in the midst of difficult trials.

#417 - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 2)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Hey everyone, welcome to ANOTHER Christmas episode of Purity for Life! In our last episode, we took time to reflect on the wonder of Jesus—his lowliness, his love and his sacrifice. This week, we'll do it all over again!

#416 - Reflections on the Lowly Jesus (Part 1)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

There are a lot of things that are trying to keep us from fixing our eyes on Jesus this year. People are stressed out about the pandemic, no one knows what Christmas will look like, and many people's lives are broken. But we want to help you allow Jesus to take center stage during this holiday season. No matter what's going on in your life, please take some time to stop everything and focus with us on the greatest gift ever given.

#415 - Wives: Stand Firm in the Faith

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Kathy Gallagher has spent decades ministering to wives who have seen their marriages and their lives ripped apart by their husband’s sexual sin. And she can do this because she experienced this in her own life. Her marriage to Steve was far from the fairy tale she had hoped for, but God turned the worst thing that happened to her into something very precious to her. In the first of three episodes for wives, we talk with her about the spiritual lessons she learned during that time in her life, and we learn how a woman’s faith is tested by the internal and external trials brought on by a broken marriage.

#414 - For Parents: You Must Have a Long-Term Mindset

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Raising kids takes a tremendous amount of time and energy. And to do it well, and to foster spiritual growth in a child's life, requires the right mindset. So we have Mark Shaw back with us to discuss what the components of a good parenting mindset are that will help to plant the seeds for a good spiritual harvest in your child's life.

#413 - For Parents: The Urgent Need for Biblical Fathers

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The portrayal of fathers in the media today differs vastly from how God’s Word speaks of a father. Rather than a compassionate, self-sacrificing man, we often see pictures of clueless idiots who cause strife and pain in their families. So this week, we look at the biblical role of a father through the lives of two men who once let ungodliness and selfishness rule them, but are now learning to raise children God’s way.

#412 - For He is Good and His Mercy is Forever

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Today's episode focuses around the importance of gratitude in our lives. Nate sits down with Pastor Ed Buch and Jordan Yoshimine to discuss topics centered around the theme of gratitude from the Bible. You'll also hear from a number of men and women who have seen God's goodness firsthand through His mercy in their own lives.

#411 - For Parents: A Safe and Godly Home is Absolutely Necessary

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

It's vital to safeguard a child from the virus of sexual sin infecting our culture. So this week, we focus on how the atmosphere of our homes plays a significant part in protecting our kids spiritually. We speak with one Pure Life graduate and his wife about how they are creating a sanctuary to the Lord in their home and what the impact has been in their children’s lives.

#410 - For Parents: What is Your Biblical Role?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Resources for Parents

Biblical Principles of Sex by Robert Smith

Finally Free by Heith Lambert

Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp

The Age of Opportunity by Paul David Tripp

Resources from Mark Shaw

Addiction Proof Parenting

Understanding Temptation: The War Within Your Heart

Hope and Help for Sexual Temptation

Also visit Mark's ministry website, theaddictionconnection.org.

#409 - For Parents: Understanding the Sexualized World Your Child Lives In

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Raising children in today’s culture brings parents face to face with unprecedented challenges. Sexually suggestive content is nearly everywhere we look, making it almost impossible to perfectly preserve the innocence of young children. Over the next five weeks we want to, as best we can, offer help for anyone who has seen their child fall victim to the snares of sexual sin. We’ll look at the biblical role of a parent and how to respond the right way if your child has been in sin and how to walk with them through the process of repentance. Our first episode begins by looking at the reality of the world our children are growing up in and what the effects are of growing up in a lust-driven culture.

#408 - Lyndell’s Story of Hope: An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 2)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

This week's episode finishes up the story of Lyndell Holtz and focuses in on how poverty of spirit is critical to the pathway of repentance. It wasn’t easy, but God faithfully taught her where she went wrong, and showed her that He can make all things work for the good of those who love Him.

If you haven’t listened to part one of her story already, first check out episode #407.

Resources for women battling sexual sin

Lyndell’s book: Confessions of an Adulterous Christian Woman
Pure Life Ministries Overcomers-At-Home Program
Create in me a Pure Heart by Kathy Gallagher

#407 - Lyndell’s Story of Hope: An Adulterous Christian Woman No More (Part 1)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Lyndell Holtz grew up surrounded by godly examples. She had a powerful experience with the Lord as a young girl and developed strong convictions about what was right and what was wrong. In college she married a man named David and they entered into a life of full-time ministry. She thought this was the blueprint for happiness. But fast forward 20 years later and she would be depressed and doubting, still aching for happiness. It was these things that allowed the enemy to lead her to a place she swore she would never go – an adulterous relationship. But you’ll also hear how God took what the devil meant for evil and turned it for great good – in her own life, and in the lives of others.

You can purchase a copy of Lyndell’s book by visiting amazon.com. Just look for Confessions of an Adulterous Christian Woman.

Purity for Life is a production of Pure Life Ministries. If you are a woman who is struggling with sexual sin in any form, we would encourage you to check out our Overcomers-At-Home Program where you can receive counseling to help you break free from the bonds of sexual addiction. Just go to purelifeministries.org to find out more information. You’ll also find all our teaching materials there, including Create in Me a Pure Heart by Kathy Gallagher.

#406 - World of Lies: Eternity on the Line

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Even the spirit of this world can sense the destructive path mankind is on and that it cannot continue this way forever, that there must come an end to the horrors we see growing every day. Yet, it is deluded as to the true nature of the problem, that 6000 years ago we declared war against a Holy God. The world is trying to evade the inevitable end to this battle by seeking solutions to save itself apart from the gospel God has laid before us. But the end will come for the Children of Adam, and when it does, it will catch many by surprise. Then, we will all be brought before the judgment seat of God and the question presented to us shall be: Are we standing in The Truth?

This is the final episode of our special series, World of Lies, based on the latest book by Steve Gallagher: Walking in Truth in a World of Lies. We would encourage you to get a copy and immerse yourself in its biblically based truth. Just visit aworldoflies.org to find out more information.

Purity for Life is a production of Pure Life Ministries. You can find all of our teaching materials, by visiting purelifeministries.org. You can also find out about our residential and phone-counseling programs if you or someone you care about is trapped in the deception of sexual sin.

#405 - World of Lies: The Painful Fight for Truth

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

There is a spiritual war being waged against your soul. Whether you are aware of it or not, the enemy has many weapons and strategies aimed at breaking through the walls of our heart and bringing in the vilest pollutions that will destroy us from within. He is ruthless and will assail us with a barrage of lies through culture and media until we cannot resist his temptations. But something else puts our souls in eternal danger. There is a traitor in our very midst: our own flesh. Our hearts are desperately wicked, and every day, as we seek to stand against the tides of deception raging against us, we must also restrain this traitor from his constant attempts to open the gate and surrender to our enemy. We must be willing to root out the traitor and put him to death or risk our hearts being overthrown.

Purity for Life is a production of Pure Life Ministries. You can find all of our teaching materials, including Walking in Truth in a World of Lies, by visiting purelifeministries.org. You can also find out about our residential and phone-counseling programs if you or someone you care about is trapped in the deception of sexual sin.

#404 - World of Lies: Forsaking the Land of Deception

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

We’ve come to a critical point in our series, World of Lies. So far, we’ve discussed how deception works and why it’s so dangerous to the Christian. We’ve looked at how our culture is constantly feeding us ungodly messages and seen that even the church is filled with proponents of these same lies.

Now we turn and begin examining how to really Walk in Truth in a World of Lies. Today we look at the first part of that process. It begins with a choice that every one of us must make at some point in our lives. This choice is much like the one God asked Abraham to make. He had to choose to forsake his life in a pagan nation, leave everything he had ever known, and to go to a land God would show him. God is asking each one of us to make that same choice, trusting Him, like Abraham, to bring us to a better land. So, will you heed the call, and once and for all Forsake the Land of Deception?

To learn about Dustin Renz and Make Way Ministries, visit makewayministries.com. There you’ll find out about his online ministry, speaking ministry, and published materials.

#403 - World of Lies: The Father of Lies

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus said that the devil has been a, “murderer from the beginning and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” When you consider that the devil once shared in the riches of God’s goodness and love, this statement reveals the depths to which he fell. He knew first-hand the spiritual riches and beauty that even the sincerest believers have only tasted. Yet, he abandoned the truth and was cast down from heaven. Since that rebellion, Satan has spent 6,000 years reveling in lies. Everywhere he goes, he brings with him a powerful spiritual atmosphere of deception. And in order to disentangle ourselves from this atmosphere, we must see why deception is the prevailing characteristic of our day. Today we expose the strategies and character of the father of lies.

To learn about Dustin Renz and Make Way Ministries, visit makewayministries.com. There you’ll find out about his online ministry, speaking ministry, and published materials.

Purity for Life is a production of Pure Life Ministries. You can find all of our teaching materials, including Walking in Truth in a World of Lies, by visiting purelifeministries.org.

You can also find out about our residential and phone-counseling programs if you or someone you care about is trapped in the deception of sexual sin.

Bonus (from #402 - World of Lies: A Gospel of Lies)

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:30:00 -0400

This question from our interview with Glenn and Jessie Meldrum didn't quite fit the rest of our theme for episode #402 World of Lies: A Gospel of Lies. But in this short discussion, they offer keen insights on prayer and Bible reading that will help anyone seeking to Walk in the Truth, especially new believers.

#402 - World of Lies: A Gospel of Lies

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Scripture tells us that the last days are characterized by deception on a global scale. But Jesus and the apostles didn’t primarily warn us about deception that would come from the world. The main thing they were concerned about was the deception that would assault Christians from inside the church. And any serious student of Scripture will quickly conclude that our modern church is filled with messages that match the description of these lies which the apostles spoke of. Part six of our current series, World of Lies, discusses why Christians must have discernment in order to overcome the deception seeking to cripple their faith.

If you would like more information about Steve Gallagher’s book, Walking in Truth in a World of Lies, visit www.aworldoflies.org .

And, if you’d like to learn more about Glenn and Jessie Meldrum’s ministry, In His Presence Ministries, visit www.ihpministry.com . You can also check out Glenn’s podcast, The Radical Truth Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts.

#401 - World of Lies: Deception.com

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Our desires shape us and dictate our decisions, and one of the strongest desires inside every human is the desire for knowledge. The 21st century has given us an unprecedented ability to indulge this hunger, to the point that we have access to an almost limitless amount of information. On the surface, this abundance of information seems to make limitless progress attainable for us. But it also comes with a price, especially since most of it comes from a world of lies. Today we tackle three areas that cater to this deception: mass media, the internet, and pornography.

#400 - World of Lies: The United States of Deception

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

America has often been called the greatest nation on earth, founded on the belief that life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are God-given rights for all. But what has been the outcome and the fruit of such noble-sounding ideals? Today many believe things like, "I deserve everything I want;" "my version of the truth is obviously right;" "the government exists to serve me;" "no one can judge me." How could the ideals of our founding devolve into such selfishness and pride? In this episode, we discuss how the lies of the academic, business, and political realms have helped form us into The United States of Deception.

#399 - World of Lies: Deceived About the Truth

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

We must know what the truth is if we are going to be able to avoid drowning in deception. A great portion of our culture believes that there there is no such thing as absolute truth--so we can't turn there. But could it be that turning to the American Church to find the truth is potentially just as dangerous as turning to the world? In part three of our series, World of Lies, we ask the tough question, “Is what much of the church culture sees as truth actually just more deception?”

#398 - World of Lies: The Truth About Deception

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The biblical writers characterized the last days as deception on a massive scale, a global assault on truth that would deceive not only the unbelieving world, but multitudes inside the four walls of the Church. And it seems clear that we are now living in the very last of those days they spoke of. If that’s true, then there is one thing we know for sure. We are being lied to every day, all day, in many different ways. Today we look at the truth about deception: what it is, how it works, and why people are deceived.

#397 - World of Lies: A Concealed Threat

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Our newest series, World of Lies, will examine the growing deception of these last days and the threat this is to the body of Christ. Today we tackle the unexpected danger that threatens a person who is constantly bombarded with lies, which often grows quietly to slowly erode our lives in God. We look at how our culture is sewing this into us. And, our director of counseling, Ed Buch, joins us as well, to talk about how this concealed threat is a common problem for the man stuck in sexual sin.

#396 - Shawn and Susan’s Story of Hope: A Broken Marriage Restored

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Shawn grew up in a decent Christian home. But his teenage life was marked by rebellion, pride, and sexual sin. In college, he had dropped the Christian façade completely—unless it got him something he wanted. So when he met Susan, he used that Christian mask to win her heart. They got married, and things went alright for a while, until his double life was exposed. But God was faithful. Through Pure Life, God worked in their hearts during the most difficult period of their lives. Today they not only have a joyful marriage, but a passionate love for Jesus.

#395 - Hypocrites Go to Church Too

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Anyone who has been in sexual sin for a long time, has had to keep their private lives covered with a lot of lies. They have lied to their families and friends. They have lied to their churches, pretending that everything is okay with them spiritually. They also lie to themselves, saying that God understands, that the rules don’t apply to them. But the worst lie they have told is to Jesus. They say they love him and are following him, but they refuse to follow His commands. In this episode, we discuss the false religion that tempts all of us.

#394 - Breaking Free from the Trap of Self-Pity

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

It’s easy to get discouraged if you’ve been stuck in sexual sin a long time. You may really want to stop, but you’ve tried everything you can think of to get free and yet, nothing works. Maybe you’re thinking, “This is hopeless. I’ll never be free.” If you’ve been thinking along these lines, you’ve fallen prey to self-pity, just another one of Satan’s schemes to keep people away from true repentance, faith and salvation. It’s an easy trap to fall into. In this episode, we look at how to know if you’re in self-pity, how to avoid it, and how to get out of it.

#393 - Is Purity all that Matters in Christian Dating?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Dating in America is almost exclusively driven by an obsession with personal happiness and getting what we want. It’s clear that these ideas do not line up with Scripture. As Christians, we must be radically different from the world when we approach romantic relationships. Obviously, we must abstain from sex before marriage, but it goes much deeper than that. Today we look at how Christians should seek, not only to find a good spouse, but to please God in this whole process, so that their relationships honor God and reveal that He is trustworthy in all things.

#392 - Navigating Painful Emotions in a Crisis

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Being betrayed by someone you love brings indescribable pain. When David was betrayed, he cried out, “Fear and trembling grip me. Horror has overwhelmed me.” The betrayed wife knows these emotions well and Kathy Gallagher has been there herself. She has used that experience to minister to thousands of wives, so that rather than being destroyed by pain, they are drawn closer to the Savior and Lover of their souls. In this week’s episode, Kathy helps us understand how to deal with painful emotions biblically, and how to allow God to have His rightful place in our hearts.

#391 - Leading Your Child Out of the Devil’s Playground

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

When a Christian parent finds out that their child has been looking at pornography, they are often thrown into a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. Where did we go wrong? Why would my child do such a thing? How will we ever recover from this? If the Lord has allowed you as a parent to discover your child viewing porn, don’t despair. There are clear answers to your questions, and there is a path forward. There are basic spiritual principles that will help you find the right mindset to guide your child into victory in the battle for sexual purity.

#390 - The Cross Will Demand You Lay Your Life Down

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus taught that anyone who would save his life must first lose it, and He demonstrated this by laying His own life down at Calvary. But today, the gospel being preached looks very different, promising life to everyone without requiring them to follow Jesus’ example. This false gospel wants the resurrection, but no Cross. So, many in the church are unaware of what it really means to follow Jesus example. They are still the master of their own lives and bear no resemblance to Christ.

#389 - The Cross Will Demand You See Your Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Bible says, “The Message of the Cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved, it is the power of God.” Could it be that multitudes of professing Christians are trapped in sexual sin because they have rejected The Message of the Cross, and thus have been denied its power? Today we continue to discuss The Message of the Cross, and why it is so important to realize the depth of our sinful condition before a holy God. Without it, we are devoid of strength to turn from our sins, strangers to the true power of God.

#388 - The Cross Will Demand the Death of Your Self-Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Jesus said, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me.” This is The Message of the Cross, and it stands against the message of our culture which teaches us to pursue what we want, when we want it, how we want it. Anyone who wants to follow Jesus must be willing to die to this self-centered mindset. But amazingly, as we surrender to the way of the Cross, we are deeply transformed. Today we look at how The Message of the Cross demands the death of our self-lives.

#387 - Have You Abandoned God to Pursue Pleasure

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Most church leaders today would condemn pornography use as wrong, but are they also warning their churches about entertainment? And they would show great concern if a church member spent their time and money pursuing drugs and sex, but what if they were just obsessed with being happy? In this episode we look at the spiritual danger of spending your life pursuing pleasure. Our 30 plus years of ministry, have revealed that the pursuit of pleasure, comfort and happiness leads many men into sexual sin. But we’ve also seen that when the lust for pleasure is overcome, sexual sin’s hold will be broken.

#386 - The Power of the Spirit is the Death of Sexual Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Apostle Paul said that the mind set on The Spirit is life and peace, but the mind set on the flesh is death. Sexual sin is not a disease - it is the fruit of a mind set on the flesh. But there is hope, because Paul gave us a solution: If by The Spirit, you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. But how do we actually do this? In this episode we'll look at what it really means to set our minds on The Spirit so that our heart and lives will change.

#385 - The Right Way to Give Up

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Being needy is not a popular idea today. Our culture values self-confidence, self-reliance and self-satisfaction. Unfortunately, these values often put on a religious mask and sneak into the church in the form of religious pride. This pride deceives many people into believing the best about themselves, even those who are enslaved to sexual sin. Today we’re going to look at how important it is to grasp our true condition before God. We’ll also explore why our attempts to be good in our own strength often prevent us from experiencing the abundant life promised to us in Jesus.

#384 - The Separated Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Bible is full of people that were called to be holy and to separate from the world around them. The author of Hebrews even declares that without holiness no one will see the Lord. Clearly God is calling us to leave our love for this world to draw near to Him. In this episode, preacher, author, and Pure Life graduate Dustin Renz looks at this vital subject and asks this question: what is hindering us from a deeper walk with God?

#383 - God’s Unshakable Kingdom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In difficult and uncertain times it’s natural to run to something or someone for security—to try to avoid uncomfortable circumstances. But the Bible tells us that trials are a gift from God and that they will bring about good in our lives if we learn to put our hope in something unshakable. In this episode of Purity for Life, Kathy Gallagher challenges us to let go of earthly distractions and to gain an eternal perspective.

#382 - Hold Fast to the Word of God

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Word of God has been under attack for millennia. Many godly men went so far as to spill their own blood so that we could hear God’s Word for ourselves. But in modern times the attack against the Word of God is far more subtle and insidious. The opponents of God’s Word aren’t burning Bibles here in America, but they are discrediting it, obstructing it, minimizing it and perverting it. This is leaving millions of people wide open to every kind of deception. In this episode, pastor David Ravenhill exhorts us to develop a deeper relationship with the Word of God so that we will be able to discern what is true and what is dangerous to our souls.

#381 - A Lifestyle of Obedience is a Lifestyle of Blessing

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

We all know the physical principle of cause and effect. Our natural actions on earth always have a natural result. But we often forget that this applies to spiritual things as well. We think of obedience to God in terms of a list of rules…do’s and don’t’s, failing to remember that when God tells us to obey Him, He’s inviting us into a life where we reap a wonderful spiritual harvest. In this episode we are going to talk about "A Lifestyle of Obedience is a Lifestyle of Blessing."

#380 - Faith is the Victory Over Sexual Addiction

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Faith is such an integral part of Christianity that it is often referred to as "The Christian Faith." Faith is the subject of sermons, songs and movies and is featured on artwork, decorations and even clothing. But for the Christian who has been bound by sexual sin for years, it can be difficult to really have faith in what the Bible says about freedom. Why? Because their experience seems to contrary to faith. Today, we are going to look at why faith is the Victory over Sexual addiction.

#379 - Failure is Not Defeat in Your Battle with Sexual Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The fight for freedom from sexual sin is often a long, drawn out battle. Failures along the way are so common that nearly every one has asked themselves, "Why does it have to be this way? Why doesn’t God snap his fingers and make me holy? Why do I have to go through the pain of trying and failing numerous times before I finally start to achieve victory? How do I respond if I fall back into sin?" These are all common questions, and ones we will address on this episode of Purity for Life!

#378 - The Spirit of the World Wants to Seduce You

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

One of the greatest dangers to Christians in modern America is worldliness. And yet, in this day and age, if a sincere pastor declares that God requires His people to live holy and separated lives, his words are often dismissed as legalistic, or worse, as an attack on the grace of God. But the Word of God tells us that if we are a friend of the world, we make ourselves enemies of God. The biblical call to holiness must not be dismissed, but properly understood and then lived out.

#377 - Temptation is a Winnable Battle

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

How many times have you promised yourself, “I will never do that again!” but soon found that you were doing it all over again? If that cycle continues long enough, you may start believing that you cannot possibly stand against these powerful temptations. That’s what Steve Gallagher used to think, until he learned how to win the battle against temptation. In this episode we continue to share with you the truths found in our YouTube Series, “20 Truths that Helped Me in My Battle with Porn Addiction.” Today’s topic? “Temptation is a Winnable Battle.”

#376 - To Win the Battle of Temptation You Must Have a Prayer Life

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

For the man struggling to be free from sexual sin, the world around us is a difficult place to be. Billboards, television, magazines and the internet barrage us with images that draw the eye and entice the heart. If a man is used to caving into these temptations, how can he find the strength to resist the allure and keep a pure heart and mind? As we talked about in our last episode, Scripture plays a huge part in this, but there is another vital part to living in freedom. This week, we will look at how time spent in prayer transforms us into the image of Christ and gives us the strength we need—his strength—to resist temptation. To win the Battle of Temptation, You Must Have a Prayer Life.

#375 - Scripture Will Restructure a Pornographic Mindset

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500

When a man determines to be free from pornography, one of the things he is immediately confronted with is how much his mind has been polluted by porn’s filthiness. Hebrews 4:12 says “For the word of God is living and active and full of power...” We here at Pure Life Ministries place a huge emphasis on having a daily, vibrant relationship with the Bible because we have experienced its effect in our own lives and have watched it work wonders in the lives of the men we counsel. Today we are looking at how Scripture will restructure a pornographic mindset.

#374 -A Hedonistic Lifestyle Opens the Door for an Addiction to Pornography

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Hedonism is the mindset of one who only wants to pursue pleasure and avoid discipline, hard work and pain. We see this in the American culture that wants to escape into drugs, alcohol, porn, entertainment, and sports. Much of today's church is more about entertainment than enlightenment, more about pleasing me than honoring Jesus.

#373 - Repentance Must Become an Integral Part of a New Lifestyle

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

For all that the Bible has to say about repentance, you would think that most Christians would understand it, that preachers would preach about it, and that we would all practice it. Yet repenance remains a forgotten theme in much of the church. Yet the Bible remains clear that repentance must continually be a part of every Christian's walk with God.

#372 - A Form of Godliness Does Not Have the Power to Deliver from Sin

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

There are many so-called Christians who have an outward display of piety but no real inward relationship with God. Like the Pharisees of Jesus' day, they were keepers of the religious rules, but had no power to overcome inward sin. As we continue through "The 20 Truths Series," Steve Gallagher shows us that a form of godliness does not have the power to deliver from sin.

#371 - The Root of Sexual Addiction Probably Isn’t What You Think It Is

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Many people are surprised to learn that there is an issue behind the behavior of sexual sin that is far more serious than the sin itself. It is a huge problem. We examine the issue of the self-life, because the root of sexual addiction probably isn't what you think it is.

#370 - The Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The "Fear of the Lord" is widely misunderstood and all but ignored in much of the Church today, and yet the fear of the Lord was a driving force in Steve Gallagher's life as he came out of addiction to pornography. This is a pertinent and powerful message for the Church today.

#369 - Lust Begins in the Heart

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode we examine the Biblical teaching about the heart, which Scripture regards as the core of the human soul. While we have a heart that is fallen and evil, the salvation that is ours in Christ can give us a new heart. In his segment from the 20 Truths series, Steve Gallagher discusses the truth that Lust Begins in the Heart.

#368 - Behind Sexual Sin Lies the Pleasure Hormone

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 10:10:00 -0500

There is a physiological aspect to all addiction. We get addicted to things that at first are very pleasurable. The hormone released in the brain that causes us to feel pleasure can be quite intense, but diminishes in intensity over time. So we keep repeating the behavior, seeking the high, but with diminishing return. This is the nature of addiction. Steve Gallagher teaches us that Behind Sexual Addiction Lies the Pleasure Hormone.

#367 - Sexual Sin is the Epitome of Insanity

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode we look that the psychology of sexual addiction, what the experts say, and that the Bible says about sexual sin. There is a surprising agreement, that sexual sin is the epitome of insanity. We also talk to a counselor about how he deals with men who have been heavily psychologized.

#366 -Go Near the House of Prostitution and You Will Get Burnt

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In Proverbs 7 King Solomon warned his sons to beware of going near the house of the prostitute. He was telling them to stay away from the place where foolish boys wander into temporary pleasure and eventual destruction. Steve Gallagher teaches this valuable truth to today's sex addicts.

#365 - A Christmas Podcast

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In this Christmas episode, the staff at Pure Life tell the Christmas story from Scripture, and give testimony of the work of Christ in their lives. Host Jim Lewis shares a Christmas devotion from John chapter 1.

#364 - Sexual Sin Comes With a Price

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Sexual Sin comes with a price. Steve Gallagher continues to teach us the 20 Truths that Helped Me In My Battle With Porn Addiction. We deal not only with the high cost of sin in relationships, finances and separation from God, but we also share the hope for restoration that is found in the Cross.

#363 -Sexual Sin is a Liar

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Sexual Sin is a Liar. That’s the plain truth of it. It makes promises it cannot keep and will let you down and disappoint every time. Today we are beginning a new series based on a series of teachings by Steve Gallagher called 20 Truths that Helped Me In My Battle With Porn Addiction. One of these insightful, biblical teachings will be featured as a segment in each new episode. This first segment is about the lies and deception that are all a part of sexual sin.

#362 - One Woman’s Submission to the Lordship of Christ

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In today's episode we interview April Cassidy, a Christian and author of The Peaceful Wife. She describes for us her journey from being a very disappointed and unhappy wife to being someone who is joyful, peaceful and fulfilled. She discovered that the source of her discontent was her own disobedience to God, and that when she began to repent and put into practice the teaching of Scripture concerning her own life in Christ, that made all the difference in her marriage as well.

#361 - What Role Does Grace Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

As we conclude our current series, we ask the question, "What Role Does Grace Play in Freedom from Porn? Here is a message from PLM founder Steve Gallagher as he explores the power of God's grace, not just to provide forgiveness for our sins when we repent, but to enables to Christian to say no to sin and live upright and godly lives.

#360 - What Role Does Mercy Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode we look at the biblical teaching about the mercy of God. We see that God bestows great mercy on the repentant sinner, but it is also the responsibility of the recipient of mercy to be merciful towards others. Our Biblical Counselors discuss the transforming work God does in men's lives are they learn to be givers of mercy, and how that sets a man free from his sin.

#359 - What Role Does Consecration Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

In this installment in our current series, we look at the role of consecration in men gaining freedom from habitual sexual sin. Glenn Meldrum defines the term, describes where it appears in Scripture, and then makes application for men who need help. He shows how a life of surrender and dedication makes all the difference in a man getting free.

#358 -What Role Does Sanctification Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

As we continue our current series,we discuss the two sides of the work of sanctification: the part only God can do, and our part in cooperating with His work in our lives. We hear an impassioned plea for men to transition from living a life dedicated to pleasure to living a life dedicated to God, and a graduate shares his testimony of God's sanctifying work in his life.

#357 - What Role Does Worship Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

In part 5 of our current series, we example the biblical foundation for worship and the Lord's desire that we worship Him. We explain how we do worship at Pure Life Ministries, and discuss how God uses worship to transform men's lives and set them free from sin.

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

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

In part 4 of our current series, we look at the role deliverance plays in gaining freedom from porn. We discuss various aspects of our war against the Enemy, and his various strategies to defeat us. We see that God wants to deliver us, but He is after so much more than just our sexual sin. He wants our whole lives.

#355 - What Role Does Repentance Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

In part 3 of our current series, we look at the role repentance plays in gaining freedom from porn. Here we examine the biblical teaching on repentance, and discuss how deep real repentance must go in order for a person to gain real victory. We see that repentance is not a one-time event, but an ongoing life-long process.

#354 - What Role Does Brokenness Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400

In part 2 of our current series, we answer the question, "What Role Does Brokenness Play in Freedom from Porn?" We look at brokenness from a biblical perspective, understand how God uses it, and hear testimony of how brokenness is on the path that leads to freedom and life.

#353 - What Role Does Faith Play in Freedom from Porn?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Beginning this week and for several more to come, we will examine the key elements that lead to victorious Christian living and freedom from sexual sin. We will be asking questions like “what role does repentance play in freedom from pornography?” What part does deliverance play? What about worship? Where does obedience fit in? Today we ask the question, “What Role Does Faith Play in Freedom from Porn?”

#352 - Should I Marry a Man Who Is Struggling with Porn? | Ask the Counselor

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

We see it all too often. And we see it from both sides. There is the man who is struggling with sexual sin, with his addiction to pornography, but he thinks, “My problem will all go away when I get married.” Then there is the young woman who knows of her fiancé’s struggles, but she marries him anyway, thinking the same thing: “Marriage will fix him.” Today we answer the question “Should I Marry a Man Struggling with Porn?”

#351 - Why Should a Wife Fight for Her Marriage?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

When a Christian woman discovers that her husband is addicted to pornography, and has been lying to her for years, the word devastated doesn’t come close to describing how she feels. We want to suggest that there is good cause for her to get on her knees and begin to fight for her husband’s soul. Today we’re asking the question, “Why Should a Wife Fight for Her Marriage?”

#350 - The Church Addicted: When Leaders are Compromised

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

#349 - The Church Addicted: There is No Fear of God Before their Eyes

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

The psalmist David declared of the wicked that "there is no fear of God before their eyes." The apostle Paul echoed this claim in his letter to the Romans. What about today? Well, one thing is for sure: Christians today are addicted to sexual sin in record numbers. In this episode of The Church Addicted we explore how a lack of the fear of God has contributed to an epidemic of sin in the Church.

#348 - The Church Addicted: When We Stopped Caring About Obedience

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Take a look around and you will quickly see that addiction has found just as much room inside the Church as it has outside its four walls. We’ve been asking the question, how did we get here? In the fourth episode of The Church Addicted, we look at obedience to God. We will explore how a minimization of its importance leads to a perversion of the grace of God, which in turn results in spiritual apathy, lawlessness and licentiousness.

#347 - The Church Addicted: Love for this World or for God?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0400

As we continue our examination of why the Church is addicted, we look at Scripture's command for the believer in Jesus to forsake the world. The Apostle John wrote that “If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him." Yet this truth is often ignored, disobeyed and even sometimes renounced by the Evangelical Church as out of step with reality. But love for this world is a chief reason why the church is addicted. So in this third episode in our series The Church Addicted, we look at how to obey Scripture's command to be "in the world, but not of it."

#346 - The Church Addicted: Whatever Happened to Godly Disciplines?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400

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? 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? This week we look at the all-important but oft-neglected disciplines that bring faithfulness and growth in the Christian life.

#345 - The Church Addicted: When Being Converted Became a Decision

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400

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 first episode in The Church Addicted—a series of shows where we look at how these statistics became the Church's reality.

#344 - What’s Pride Got to Do With It?

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400

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.

#343 - Pastors: Love Sinners While Standing Against Homosexuality

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400

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.

#342 - God’s Discipline is Proof of His Great Love

purityforlife@purelifeministries.org (Pure Life Ministries) — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400

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.