
Pure Life Ministries Podcast
This is the weekly purity podcast from Pure Life Ministries. Our show will take you where real life meets real Christianity as we tackle the tough issues for those struggling with sexual sin. Thanks for listening!
Latest episodes

Jun 12, 2025 • 10min
Timeless Truths: Beware of False Teachers that Appeal to Your Fleshly Desires
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.

Jun 9, 2025 • 39min
#629 - Reason #3 Our Res. Program Works - We Provide True Discipleship
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

Jun 5, 2025 • 11min
Timeless Truths: Faith Without Works Is Dead
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.

Jun 2, 2025 • 49min
#628 - Reason #2 Our Res. Program Works - Our Counselors Teach the Truth
Gabriel Gonzalez, a residential program manager and biblical counselor, discusses the power of truth in helping individuals break free from sexual sin. He emphasizes the common lies that students face and the critical need for spiritual transformation rather than mere behavior modification. The conversation touches on the deceptive nature of the heart, the significance of humility, and embracing hard truths for true freedom. Personal testimonies illustrate the journey toward healing, showcasing the joy in enduring suffering through love and faith.

May 26, 2025 • 42min
#627 - Reason #1 Our Res. Program Works - Our Campus is a Refuge from Temptation
Discover how a unique residential program transforms lives by offering refuge from temptations like sexual addiction. Personal stories unveil the struggle and redemption experienced by participants, emphasizing the vital role of a supportive environment. Delve into the conflict between worldly pleasures and the pursuit of holiness, and hear testimonies that showcase the power of faith and community. The speakers highlight the significance of separation from distractions to foster spiritual growth and the immense gratitude for the ongoing support that fuels recovery.

May 19, 2025 • 40min
#429 (REPLAY) - Exposing the Heart of a Humble Man
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

May 15, 2025 • 6min
From the Chapel: How Weston Broke Free from the Cycle of Sin
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.

May 12, 2025 • 43min
#514 (REPLAY) - Saved from the Prison of Self | Chris and Marissa's Story of Hope
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.

May 5, 2025 • 38min
#626 - Why Does God Allow Sin to Have Painful Consequences? | Ask the Counselor
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.

May 1, 2025 • 10min
Timeless Truths: "Be Holy As I Am Holy"
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."