The Covenant Eyes Podcast

In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter welcomes Garry Ingraham, co-founder of the Love & Truth Network, for an honest and hope-filled discussion on healing, identity, belonging, and the role of the church in restoring lives.Garry shares his deeply personal story of early trauma, emotional isolation, and identity confusion—and how God brought him into genuine freedom and a renewed sense of purpose. His testimony offers hope for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or alone in their struggles.Together, Karen and Garry explore:• Why early experiences and emotional wounds often shape later behaviors• How shame, secrecy, and isolation keep people trapped• Why genuine discipleship and spiritual family are crucial for healing• How the church can move from silence to restoration• The difference between behavioral cycles and true transformation• Why identity in God—not culture—anchors lasting change• How healthy, vulnerable community helps break old patterns• Practical, realistic steps for finding support and walking in freedomGarry also explains the mission of Love & Truth Network, which equips churches to restore relational wholeness and strengthen biblical identity in a culture filled with confusion.If you've ever felt hopeless, disconnected, or unsure where to start, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a path forward.✨ Learn more about Garry & Melissa Ingraham:https://LoveAndTruthNetwork.comLove & Truth Network Podcast (video + audio): https://LoveAndTruthNetwork.com/podcastIf today's episode encouraged you, please like, comment, and subscribe. Your engagement helps more people discover hope and healing.#covenanteyes #accountability #faithSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, Theo McManigal sits down with Dr. Peter Kleponis—Catholic therapist, author, and creator of the Integrity Starts Here recovery program. Dr. Kleponis shares his 30-year journey into counseling, his discovery of a growing digital-behavior crisis, and how faith-centered healing can transform individuals, marriages, and even vocations.He discusses:• Why unwanted online habits often stem from emotional wounds, not desire• How these behaviors impact trust and intimacy in marriages• What spouses need to begin healing from betrayal• The difference between a habit and a full-blown behavioral addiction• How accountability tools and supportive communities foster long-term freedom• Why prayer alone is not meant to “make the struggle disappear,” and how God instead walks with us through healing• Practical steps clergy, parents, and couples can take right now to protect themselves and those they loveDr. Kleponis also offers insight for parents navigating early exposure risks, tips for choosing a therapist, and encouragement for anyone ready to take the first step toward lasting freedom.✨ Connect With Dr. Kleponis:https://PeterKleponis.comhttps://IntegrityCounselingPA.comIf this conversation encouraged you, please like, comment, and subscribe so more people can find this life-giving content.#covenanteyes #accountability #faithSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, Rob Stoddard sits down with Joe Beckler, Vice President of Development, Marketing, and Communication for CBMC (Christian Businessmen’s Connection) — an organization celebrating 95 years of equipping men to live out their faith in the marketplace.Joe shares the remarkable story of CBMC’s origins during the Great Depression and its ongoing mission to reach business leaders through life-on-life discipleship, mentorship, and spiritual community. He also discusses his personal CBMC journey and why the marketplace remains one of the largest mission fields today.You’ll hear powerful insights on:✓ Why so many men feel isolated in today’s digital, high-pressure culture✓ The deep challenges facing Christian business leaders✓ How destructive patterns often take root — and how to break free✓ The power of accountability teams & one-on-one discipleship✓ CBMC’s transformative tool: Operation Timothy✓ What it looks like to walk in freedom, calling, and purpose✓ Why reaching the next generation of men is CBMC’s top priority✓ How men (and churches) can get connected todayJoe also shares how digital pressures are shaping culture — and why intentional community and Christ-centered mentorship are more important than ever.🔗 Learn more about CBMC: https://www.cbmc.com🔗 Join a Team or Find a Group Near You: https://www.cbmc.com/connect🔗 Operation Timothy & Other Free Tools (ADVANCE Platform): https://advance.cbmc.comIf today’s conversation encouraged you, please like, share, and subscribe to help others discover these important resources.#CBMC #MensMinistry #MarketplaceMinistry #ChristianLeadership #CovenantEyesPodcast #Discipleship #Accountability #FaithAtWork #ChristianMen #OperationTimothyCHAPTERS:00:00 – Welcome to the Covenant Eyes Podcast00:29 – Introducing guest Joe Beckler from CBMC02:40 – How CBMC builds life-on-life relationships06:38 – The challenges Christian men face today07:20 – Digital pressures & cultural isolation08:18 – Why harmful digital content is a growing epidemic09:00 – The “mask” men wear in the workplace09:53 – CBMC’s positive, empowering approach to men13:49 – One-on-one discipleship: Joe, Gary & Matt’s story14:32 – How Operation Timothy creates generations of disciples15:07 – Why digital integrity is essential for men today16:00 – The global impact of digital culture17:52 – Men sharing their struggles openly18:22 – How culture is being reshaped by digital influences19:01 – Discipleship as the heart of lasting transformation19:49 – Joe’s big hope for the next 95 years: reaching the next generation20:44 – Helping younger men navigate a new digital landscape21:19 – How to get involved with CBMC locally or virtually22:09 – The ADVANCE platform (free global resources)23:03 – Why personal connection is the game-changer24:08 – A final message of encouragement for men & pastors25:30 – Closing thanks & next episode previewSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

Join host Rob Stoddard for an impactful discussion with Geremy Keeton, Senior Director of Counseling Services at Focus on the Family. With more than two decades of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, Geremy brings deep, compassionate insight into how families can heal, reconnect, and thrive in Christ.In this episode, you’ll hear:✓ The most common ways hidden struggles impact marriages✓ Why trust is often the first casualty — and how to rebuild it✓ The myths couples believe that make healing harder✓ What a healthy, transformative accountability relationship really looks like✓ Practical, hopeful guidance for parents raising children in a digital world✓ The role of the church in fostering healing, support, and restoration✓ Key Focus on the Family resources for individuals, couples, and pastorsGeremy also shares wisdom from Focus on the Family’s counseling team, who serve thousands each month through free ministry consultations.📘 Featured Resource: Aftershock — A step-by-step guide for couples recovering from betrayal🔗 Focus on the Family Help Line: 1-800-A-FAMILY🔗 Focus on the Family Resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com🔗 Recommended Resource Hub: https://focusonthefamily.com/pornography________________________________________________________Get Freedom from Online Addiction with the Victory App!https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme________________________________________________________If this conversation encourages you, please like, comment, and share to help others discover practical hope for their homes.#FocusOnTheFamily #MarriageHealing #ChristianCounseling #CovenantEyesPodcast #FamilyRestoration #DigitalIntegrity #ChristianMarriage #ParentingWisdom #FaithAndFamilyCHAPTERS:00:00 – Welcome00:28 – Introducing guest Geremy Keeton00:52 – Geremy’s background & 23 years at Focus on the Family02:03 – Issues couples bring to their first phone call02:31 – How hidden struggles impact marriages & families03:38 – Spouses coping with fear, shock, and confusion04:04 – How integrity affects a believer’s walk with God04:57 – Challenges for families teaching healthy sexuality05:29 – The deep relational damage Geremy’s team sees05:58 – Common myths couples believe06:52 – The myth of “just have a more exciting marriage”07:17 – Why a “send him/her to get fixed” mindset fails07:47 – Three journeys of recovery: husband, wife, and marriage08:43 – Why the issue is deeper than the unwanted behavior09:12 – What truly drives relational disconnection09:38 – The myth of “just try harder or pray harder”10:08 – What healthy accountability actually looks like11:20 – Transformative relationships vs. check-in relationships13:04 – Avoiding shame-based accountability13:33 – Parents: how to start healthy conversations with kids14:49 – Sex education as prevention15:27 – Teaching dignity, protection, and healthy boundaries17:16 – What churches can do to helpSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

Join host Rob Stoddard for an insightful conversation with Alex Kocman, Director of Communications for ABWE, speaker, author, and church leader.In this episode, Alex shares his journey into missions, the heart behind his book Striving for the Faith, and why he believes many churches lose sight of the “why” behind their outreach efforts.You’ll hear deep insights on:✓ What truly motivates mission work✓ How every believer can live with outward purpose✓ The growing challenges facing mission agencies✓ How spiritual formation and accountability strengthen long-term ministry✓ Wise pastoral encouragement for leading churches toward global engagementAlex also discusses cultural pressures that make spiritual integrity harder today — and how Christian communities can respond with clarity, hope, and accountability.📘 Alex’s Book: Striving for the Faith🔗 ABWE: https://www.abwe.org🎧 The Missions Podcast: https://missionspodcast.comGet the Victory app to help with online accountability:https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xmeThis conversation is an encouragement for pastors, church leaders, mission-minded Christians, and anyone wanting to live with greater purpose in their faith walk.If you find this helpful, please like, comment, and share to support the mission of helping people live with integrity in a digital age.#Missions #ChristianLeadership #ChurchLife #CovenantEyesPodcast #Discipleship #ChristianAccountability #ABWE #FaithInAction #SpiritualGrowthTimestamped Chapters:00:00 – Intro to the Covenant Eyes Podcast00:32 – Welcoming guest Alex Kocman00:57 – Alex’s personal journey into missions01:47 – Serving in church ministry & ABWE02:23 – Why communications matters in mission work02:36 – Alex’s book Striving for the Faith03:13 – Understanding your calling in ministry03:36 – The church in Philippi as a model04:29 – What it means to “strive together”05:24 – Why churches forget the “why” behind missions06:22 – The real motivation behind sending and going07:02 – God’s glory as the center of mission07:41 – Reaching newcomers and immigrants08:07 – Mission opportunities created by global movement09:15 – The Afghan Initiative story10:55 – Why sending is still essential11:36 – Challenges facing new mission candidates12:17 – The spiritual battle facing future missionaries13:56 – The call to spiritual purity and integrity14:41 – Accountability and the role of the local church17:05 – How mission agencies should evaluate readiness18:39 – Encouragement for pastors19:57 – Missions as an overflow of ministry20:54 – How to find Alex’s resources22:05 – Closing thoughtsSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

When trust is broken, can a marriage truly be restored?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Jenny Solomon, author of Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust, to share how faith, honesty, and grace brought new life to her marriage.Jenny opens up about walking through pain, rebuilding trust, and finding peace through Christ-centered healing. Together, Karen and Jenny talk about:✅ What emotional betrayal feels like for a spouse✅ How the church can lovingly support struggling couples✅ The role of lament and prayer in real recovery✅ Setting healthy boundaries while extending grace✅ Practical tools for growth, like the Victory App and Covenant Eyes accountabilityIf you or someone you love is walking through relational pain, this episode will offer biblical hope, wisdom, and encouragement for the journey toward restoration.📘 Resources Mentioned:•  Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust – by Jenny Solomon•  Redeem Your Marriage: Hope for Husbands Seeking Renewal – by Curtis Solomon•  Free Victory App Course: Lament in Marriage by Jenny Solomon → https://victory.covenanteyes.com/learning/courses?categoryId=7Learn more: https://www.covenanteyes.com🎧 Listen & Subscribe:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | wherever you get your podcasts#CovenantEyesPodcast #MarriageHealing #FaithAndRestoration #ChristianMarriage #ReclaimYourMarriage #VictoryApp #JennySolomon #KarenPotter #MarriageTrust #RelationshipHealing #FaithJourney #christianpodcast Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome & Introduction – Meet Jenny Solomon00:52 Jenny’s Story: Marriage, Ministry, and Renewal02:18 Writing Reclaim Your Marriage & Redeem Your Marriage04:42 When Trust Is Broken in Marriage06:27 The Church’s Role in Supporting Hurting Couples08:42 Overcoming Isolation and Finding Hope10:35 Why the Church Needs to Talk About Hidden Struggles12:23 Balancing Grace with Healthy Boundaries15:08 What Real Repentance Looks Like17:40 Healing Takes Time – A Process of Grace19:13 The Power of Accountability and Lament22:09 When Your Spouse Isn’t Ready to Change25:23 Finding Peace & Support Through the Victory App27:31 Encouragement and Hope for Restoration29:30 Closing Thoughts & Next StepsSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

Join Covenant Eyes podcast hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal for an inspiring conversation with Bobby and Jackie Angel — Catholic authors, speakers, and parents known for their work with Ascension Presents and Word on Fire.In this heartfelt episode, Bobby and Jackie share their powerful stories of faith, marriage, and ministry — from meeting through the Theology of the Body Institute to navigating life as Catholic parents of five in today’s tech-driven world.🔥 What You’ll Learn:•  How Bobby overcame p*** through accountability and grace•  The role of Covenant Eyes in building a culture of digital integrity•  Practical tips for parents raising children in an online age•  How to talk to your kids about human sexuality, identity, and faith without shame•  Why Theology of the Body changes everything about how we see love, the body, and God•  How to integrate faith into everyday life — from video games to relationshipsBobby and Jackie discuss their latest books, their passion for evangelization, and how Catholic families can thrive amid cultural chaos. Whether you’re a parent, youth minister, or seeking to live chastely and authentically online, this episode offers both practical advice and spiritual encouragement.📖 Featured GuestsBobby & Jackie Angel – Catholic authors, speakers, and parents; creators with Ascension Presents🔗 https://jackieandbobby.com/Jackie & Bobby YouTube🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@jackieandbobby🎙️ HostsKaren Potter & Theo McManigal – Hosts of The Covenant Eyes Podcast🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@covenanteyes⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & Introduction01:00 – Bobby & Jackie’s faith journey04:00 – Overcoming p*** through accountability05:50 – The power of Theology of the Body08:30 – Living an integrated Catholic life10:00 – Seminary lessons that prepare for marriage15:00 – Parenting in the digital world18:30 – Talking to kids about sexuality and identity23:00 – Guarding innocence without fear31:00 – Evangelizing through media and marriage37:00 – The meaning of love and responsibility40:00 – Upcoming books and projects43:00 – Final advice: “You can’t give what you don’t have.”#CovenantEyes  #CovenantEyesPodcast  #DigitalIntegrity  #InternetAccountability  #ScreenAccountability  #FaithAndTechnology  #ChristianParenting  #RaisingFaithFilledKids  #CatholicParents  #FaithBasedParenting  #ProtectKidsOnline  #ParentingInADigitalWorld  #CatholicPodcast  #CatholicFaith  #TheologyOfTheBody  #CatholicMarriage  #CatholicFamily  #ChastityProject  #JohnPaulII  #AscensionPresentsSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

Pastor Matt Chandler joins hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard for an honest and hope-filled conversation about what it means to walk in freedom, even when you’re battling the same sins again and again.Matt shares wisdom from over 30 years in ministry about confession, community, and cultivating deep affection for Jesus — the keys to lasting transformation.🎧 In this episode:✅ What to do when you feel like you’ll never change✅ The difference between stumbling and being stuck✅ How confession and vulnerability bring real freedom✅ Why our affection for Jesus drives out lesser loves✅ How the Church can become a safe place for the broken💬 “No one in the kingdom of God is meant to fight alone.” – Matt Chandler👉 Subscribe to the Covenant Eyes Podcast for more weekly encouragement and biblical truth about faith, freedom, and hope.Resources mentioned:The Village Church:https://www.thevillagechurch.net/Matt Chandler’s “The Overcomers” Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9H34FLdLLQjI_qX8EeCjY1pIEQzyag9LCovenant Eyes:https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme#CovenantEyesPodcast #MattChandler #FaithOverFear #Confession #ChristianLiving #FreedomInChrist #OvercomingTemptationChapter List00:00 – Welcome Back to the Covenant Eyes Podcast00:21 – Meet Pastor Matt Chandler02:23 – Why Do Christians Keep Struggling?03:40 – Encouragement for the Long Struggle04:35 – The Power of Growing Affection for Jesus06:06 – Shame and Isolation in the Church07:07 – Trials, Faith, and God’s Strength08:05 – The “Grimy” Beauty of the Bible09:37 – Grace for Those Who Feel Like Giving Up10:12 – Confession: Moving Out of Darkness11:20 – No One Fights Alone12:16 – When the Church Gets It Wrong13:09 – The Real Power of Confession15:33 – When You Feel Alone in the Fight16:27 – Re-Entering the Church Community17:42 – Finding Safe People to Confess To19:08 – What Pastors Can Do Better20:12 – Why This Generation Faces New Challenges21:28 – What Would Jesus Do Today?22:44 – Creating a Church Where It’s Okay to Not Be Okay23:47 – Building “Gospel Vulnerability” in Ministries24:47 – Inside The Village Church’s Foxhole Model27:12 – Where to Find More from Matt Chandler28:50 – Hope for the Battle-Weary30:03 – The Power of Greater Affections31:04 – Final Blessing & Closing Thoughts Send us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

For decades, Dean Sikes has been sharing a radical message of hope: God loves you, has a plan for your life, and because you're breathing, you matter.The conversation dives deep into the urgent teen mental health crisis. Dean shares shocking statistics—including that 22% of high schoolers have considered suicide—and discusses his mission to eradicate hopelessness and prevent teenage suicide.Dean explains that a person who is "broken until healed becomes a broken adult". He shares insights from his new book, You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life, and how to:1. Find a firm foundation of self-worth and confidence.2. Break free from a spirit of hopelessness.3. Connect with God's love and purpose, no matter your past.This episode is a vital resource for parents, youth leaders, educators, and anyone who feels they are struggling or want to help a young person find their God-given value.Need Help? If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US, or visit https://988lifeline.org.Links & Resources:Get Dean Sikes' Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life:https://www.amazon.com/You-Matter-Finding-Meaning-Everyday/dp/1964508428Learn More about Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xmeTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Dean Sikes and the You Matter Ministry 01:44 - New Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life 02:36 - Why You Matter: The Answer to the Billion-Dollar Question03:33 - The Connection Between Hopelessness and Suicide 04:29 - Troubling Teenage Suicide Statistics (22% have considered it)05:34 - Is the Book Just for Teens? Broken Teens become Broken Adults 06:26 - Talking With Students, Not To ThemSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

P*rn*graphy is destroying lives, families, and faith — but one Catholic priest isn’t afraid to confront it head-on. In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis) joins Karen Potter and Theo McManigal to talk openly about the spiritual, emotional, and relational impact of p*rn*graphy—and the path to real freedom in Christ.💬 What you’ll learn:• Fr. Meyer’s personal story and journey to the priesthood• The Catholic Church’s teaching on p*rnography and human dignity• The role of confession, accountability, and grace in overcoming addiction• How p*rnography affects youth, marriages, and family relationships• Practical advice for parents to protect their homes• Why priests must courageously preach on this issue💡 Key takeaway:You are not the sum of your sins—you are the sum of the Father’s love for you. God calls each of us to live in freedom, not shame.🙏 Resources Mentioned:Covenant Eyes Accountability Software: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xmeFr. Jonathan Meyer’s Parish: https://AllSaintsCatholic.netYouTube Channel: All Saints – We Are One🔔 Subscribe to The Covenant Eyes Podcast for more faith-based conversations about overcoming digital temptation and living a life of purity and purpose.#Faith #CatholicChurch #PornographyAddiction #TheologyOfTheBody #Purity #Confession #Healing #FreedomInChrist #CovenantEyesPodcast🕒 Chapters00:00 – Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast00:45 – Meet Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis)02:00 – His journey to the priesthood03:45 – Early exposure to p*rnography and personal struggle05:20 – The devastating effects of *orn in confession and real life07:20 – What the Catholic Church teaches about p*rnography08:00 – The Theology of the Body and human dignity10:10 – How p*rnography is reshaping today’s youth13:20 – Intimacy, relationships, and the loss of real connection14:30 – Breaking free from shame and guilt17:00 – Living in freedom through grace18:00 – Why accountability and community are vital20:00 – How Fr. Meyer addresses p*rn in his parish22:00 – The “Three B’s” to avoid: Bedroom, Bathroom, Basement23:00 – Advice for parents raising children in a digital world25:30 – A bold challenge to priests and Church leaders27:00 – How to pray for Fr. Meyer and his ministry28:30 – Final thoughts and how to connectSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved