Did you know women look at pornography too? When we treat porn like it’s a men-only sin, it only heaps extra shame onto the women who struggle with it, making it even harder to reach out for help. If you are a woman struggling with porn and unwanted sexual behavior, then this episode is for you. It’s also for ministry leaders and fellow women who want to help create safe places for women who are struggling.
How I’m Making Room to Pastor, Write, and Help Men Find Freedom from Porn
In Spring 2023, I realized I had too much on my plate. I was pastoring Mosaic Church full-time, the multi-ethnic church I planted in urban Grand Rapids, MI. I was directing new Beyond the Battle 7-week groups and shepherding our growing BtB alumni community. This included weekly Zoom meetings, pastoral care and counseling, and retreats. I was also directing New Humanity, a multi-ethnic church planting network with a focus on urban community development. Oh and I wanted time to do my podcast and writing!
Ep. 81: Unpacking Purity Culture
Noah does his best to unpack what Purity Culture is, the harm it has caused, and how it’s easy to throw out the baby with the bathwater.
Ep. 77: How to Stop Looking at Porn
Noah breaks down how to stop looking at porn. This is a must listen for men and women living in an oversexualized world.
Ep. 76: Mark Denison on Sexual Addiction Recovery
Noah interviews Dr. Mark Denison on sexual addiction recovery. Mark shares his story of addiction and shares about the ministry he and his wife have to help men and couples recover from sexual addiction.
Ep. 69: Pastor Jack and Becky Sytsema on being in a mixed orientation marriage and how the Church should treat LGBTQ+ people
In this episode, Noah interviews Pastor Jack and Becky Sytsema on being in a mixed orientation marriage where Becky is straight and Jack is not.