(For all other podcast platforms: The Naked Gospel podcast) Episode Summary: What are some of the myths and lies that our culture believes about pornography? Matt Fradd wrote a book asking that question, and he joins us to discuss some of the biggest myths about pornography. Here are a few of the myths…
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Renewing our passion for God
PROVEN starts with being passionate for God. The word passion comes from the Latin root pati, which means suffering. We get the word patience from this root, too. Consider in 1 Corinthians 13 how God’s Word describes love as “long-suffering” in one translation and “patience” in another. They mean the same thing. Think about it….
Sin: A Matter of the Heart
Sin is a Cruel Master Can you think of any place in the Bible where sin is described as a good thing? Neither can I. Sin is an evil desire. Sin crouches at our doors. It preys on us, lies to us, enslaves us, and destroys us. Years ago, I struggled with promiscuity, pleasing others,…
Using Your Words to Encourage Your Spouse
By: Allie Joy Hudson 3 min. read An Opportunity How often do you take the time to intentionally encourage your spouse? This seems like such a small thing, that’s easy to overlook, but it can make a big difference. My husband, Michael, and I are both words of affirmation people. Words carry weight for…
10 Things I’ve Learned through My Husband’s Struggle with Lust
Struggle and Pain, Growth and Gratitude Allie Joy Hudson’s Testimonal In many ways, my husband’s struggle with lust has been a defining force for us as a couple. (He is very open about talking about this and has given me permission to share. I so admire his transparency, and I’ve seen many people open up…
Single and Sexual
By: Beca Bruder 4 min. read Exposing Lies For many years, I believed the lie that I should not learn about my sexuality while I am still single. People always encouraged me to read books on how to remain pure for marriage, develop friendships that provide accountability, and understand why God calls single Christians…
A Love That Never Leaves
A Love That Never Leaves By: Allie Joy Hudson 3 min. read A Renewed Truth As we celebrate Passion Week this week and reflect on Jesus’ great sacrifice and victory for us, I wanted to share something that God reminded me of recently. This small but significant lesson really stood out to me because…
Discipleship, Sexual Integrity, and Exhortation
By: Allie Joy Hudson 3 min. read Exhortation – a High Call I love the challenge that the author of Hebrews gives to his readers (and to us today). Hebrews 10:24 tells us, “and let’s consider how to encourage one another in love and good deeds.” The word that this short verse brings to my mind…
Terry Crews and His Journey Through Pornography
By: Allie Joy Hudson 6 min. read Who Is Terry Crews? “[P]ornography will never tell you the whole story. . . It’s killing you softly and it’s watching you bleed out and letting you and then stepping over your body and it’s over to the next guy or girl.” Terry Crews made this powerful statement…