PSR Podcast

What does it mean to be made in God's image as male and female? Are humans just a higher order of species in the animal kingdom, or is there a truly categorical distinction to human sexuality? In this episode, we have Garry Ingraham back with us to help us wrestle with these questions and how to address them in a culture increasingly confused and combative about sexuality and gender. To learn more about Garry and his ministry, visit LoveandTruthNetwork.com.

When is the last time you "talked" to your fear? If this seems like a strange idea, you will likely learn something new in this podcast that could help you deal with fear in healthier ways. Instead of pretending you have no fear or believing a "true Christian" should never be afraid, why not discover that fear only has one message and it doesn't have to cripple you? Join us to learn how to manage your fear in healthy and holy ways.

Can the church be a safe place for those who struggle with unwanted sexual desires and behaviors? How do we walk with sexually broken people in a grace-based, healing manner? In this episode, Garry Ingraham shares his story of same-sex attraction and the local church's role in his journey of healing and transformation. There is hope for true community and lasting change when the body of Christ embraces wounded, broken people and points them to Jesus and His Word. Learn more about Garry and his ministry at LoveandTruthNetwork.com.

The old saying goes, "Insanity is doing the same thing, but expecting a different result." This is the story of many marriages; using the same old broken tools and expecting a transformed, vibrant, deepening relationship. In this episode, Jonathan and Stephen will share 4 key skills that will help you transform your marriage to a whole new level of intimacy and fulfillment:"That is sad"Match her wordsGet to the end'Talk like a girl'Discover a whole new way to interact that creates deep connection and empathy. (bonus hint: these principles, if modified slightly, can also deepen friendships, too!)

"Will you now?" This was the question God asked KathyGrace Duncan years after she had been living as a man, and years after she had placed her faith in Jesus Christ. In this episode, KathyGrace shares her powerful story and struggle with transgenderism and the beautiful path God lead her down to discover her true identity as a woman made in His image. To learn more about KathyGrace and Portland Fellowship, visit http://PortlandFellowship.com.

Life is filled with patterns that help us understand what it is truly all about. In this episode, Jonathan and Stephen unpack three fundamental purposes in life that we are all called to know and mature in: Learn myselfLearn GodLearn others. Join us on this journey of discovery so we can live out the fullness and joy that God designed life to be.

Porn is a devastating cancer to a healthy marriage. Do you know how to detect the warning signs and what to do to heal? In this episode, Rosie Makinney shares her story of what it took to save her marriage from this cancer. It is possible to have a porn-free marriage in the 21st century. Learn what it takes and discover hope for your life and marriage. Learn more about Rosie and her ministry at FightforLoveMinistries.org.

Why do kids search for porn? And why is this important for parents to know? In this episode, John Fort shares 6 main reasons that kids search for porn: curiosity, peer pressure, "freedom," comfort, validation, and make sense of sexual abuse. Discover why this information is valuable and how to help your kids navigate the normal draw toward porn with wisdom and courage. For helpful resources, visit PureLifeAcademy.org/pages/parent-resources. More resources available at ProtectYoungMinds.org

Do sex and discipleship go together? What is the difference between knowing the facts about God's design for sex and how to integrate these truths into our daily lives and struggles with sexual brokenness? In this episode, Dr. Juli Slattery invites us to explore these questions in depth and provides biblical insight and wisdom for how to engage what she calls Sexual Discipleship. To learn more about Juli and these concepts, visit SexualDiscipleship.com.

Every couple who enters counseling voices the same problem: we don't communicate. But this isn't actually true. Marriage reveals the truth about differences and difficulties -- in your spouse, but also in you. In this episode, Jonathan and Stephen will help you discover some important and helpful principles for facing differences with integrity and how to grow a stronger marriage even through difficulty. For additional resources to help you strengthen your marriage, visit https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/.