PSR Podcast

What might happen if we learned to talk with our kids about sexuality and their feelings rather than just trying to prevent or stop dangerous or damaging sexual behaviors? Our guest on this episode is John Fort, our Director of Training. He is the creator of the soon-to-launch Parenting for Purity online course. Discover why the relational approach is far more effective than the control approach....

Special Guest: David Zailer Many Christians have a negative view toward 12-step programs because they think it is only a rigid system of behavior modification. But could there be room for grace in the 12-step process? David Zailer of Operation Integrity is with us on this episode to share his experience and insights on this issue. Learn more about David and his ministry at OperationIntegrity.org ....

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Last year (2017) we aired a 2-part broadcast on The Moment of Awakening (Nov 25 & Dec 2). This was one man's story of awakening and the insights he gained. This episode is the last of another 2-part series on this same man's second awakening -- with more, deeper insights. We hope this gives you a flavor of what the journey of a life of...

Special Guests: Gigi Hopkins and Ronnie West There can be many different reactions to the issue of boundaries for a wife trying to navigate the healing journey after betrayal by her husband. This episode we have back with us Gigi Hopkins and Ronnie West to help better understand boundaries from a framework of personal dignity and responsibility. To learn more about our Wives Care ministry, visit W...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Last year (2017) we aired a 2-part broadcast on The Moment of Awakening ( Nov 25  &  Dec 2 ). This was one man's story of awakening and the insights he gained. This episode is the first of another 2-part series on this same man's second awakening -- with more, deeper insights. We hope this gives you a flavor of what the journey of a lif...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Research is beginning to emerge that is showing how people are building a type of "relationship" with their technology. What impact might this have on our ability to connect with real people and even understand what healthy human relationships look like? Jonathan and Stephen dive into this topic and offer insights into how to manage technol...

Special Guest: Jay Stringer ( jay-stringer.com ) If you struggle with unwanted sexual behaviors have you ever examined your lustful fantasies to understand your brokenness? And what can such discovery mean for recovery and wholeness? Our guest on this episode is Jay Stringer, a licensed counselor and researcher who has conducted research that reveals significant predictors of porn use. Listen in t...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Stephen and I (Jonathan) have been on this journey together of pursuing greater sexual integrity for nearly 20 years. And for the past 12 years we have been sharing our stories and insights with listeners from all over the world. In this broadcast we will try to answer this question:  Why won't we go back to our old ways of lustful living?  We...

We have David and Lyn Thomason back with us this week to share more about the process of restoration in their marriage and how they are using their story to help other marriages in crisis through  Marriage Restored  weekends. Be inspired and encouraged by this message of hope and healing for couples facing any crisis. ​For marriage recovery,  visit MarriageRestored.com , or call 1-877-844-2262.

David and Lyn were high school sweethearts whose romance at first seemed like a fairy tale story. But after 25 years of many ups and downs in marriage, it seemed like the fairy tale was coming to an end due to deception, infidelity and broken promises. Can there be hope for a couple when the "romance" seems dead? Listen to David and Lyn's story to discover hope and insights for any bro...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Most men who have reached out to us for help have struggled to understand themselves on a deep level. What impact did their family of origin have? How did they cope with loneliness, anger, fear, confusion, and sexual desires? This episode helps unpack and examine the process that has led many men (and women) to express their lives through sexual br...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Many couples have suffered the devastation of infidelity; the breaking of trust through sexual betrayal. And many believe that such a betrayal must immediately and permanently end the relationship. But are there other responses? Let's learn together what is underneath infidelity and how we might respond in more thoughtful and redemptive ways. T...

Recently Jonathan Daugherty spoke at a men's conference on the problem of lust and how to overcome it. We want to share this talk with you. If you want to better understand this issue of lust and how to combat it successfully, this 2-part series will help educate and inspire you toward greater personal integrity.  For help in overcoming lust, visit  40Days. Bebroken.com .

This was our #1 Top Downloaded Podcast of 2017. Originally aired August 26, 2017.  Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) We know that the main reason most people listen to this podcast is because we deal with the issue of sexual brokenness and how to pursue greater integrity. So, in this episode we are going to get back to some good practical ways to fight porn and pursue purity. Bonda...

Recently Jonathan Daugherty spoke at a men's conference on the problem of lust and how to overcome it. We want to share this talk with you. If you want to better understand this issue of lust and how to combat it successfully, this 2-part series will help educate and inspire you toward greater personal integrity.  For help in overcoming lust, visit 40Days. Bebroken.com . 

This was our #2 Top Downloaded Podcast of 2017. Originally aired March 11, 2017.  Living a life of sexual integrity is a battle. Temptation is a reality of life -- it isn’t something any of us can escape. But how can we face this battle in a way that results in victory. Listen to this podcast if you want to be encouraged in your battle with temptation and pursuit of greater integrity. Download Par...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) When people enter into recovery from addictive patterns the soon discover they have a long history of an "inner critic" who has been speaking lies to them. How is the person in recovery to respond to this voice and live instead from a place of truth and grace? This episode explores this inner critic and how you can silence the shame and liv...

This was our #3 Top Downloaded Podcast of 2017. Originally aired February 18, 2017.  We spend a lot of time in our lives being alone. But do we understand aloneness very well? What can we learn through aloneness? How can we better manage aloneness, especially considering that we are made by God for relationship? Listen to this podcast if you want to learn more about aloneness and how to live well...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) It is always easier to criticize than to bless. But a marriage doesn't thrive and flourish by tearing each other down. This episode is a challenge to men to bless their wives. In it we offer practical insights for a husband to bless his wife. Get your PDF copy of 40 Blessings for a Wife

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) This was our #4 Top Downloaded Podcast for 2017. Originally aired October 21, 2017.  What is trauma and how does it affect emotional and spiritual growth? This episode unpacks this complex issue of trauma and helps you understand what it is and how to respond to it. For even more on this topic, get the book  Living from the Heart Jesus Gave You by...

Special Guests: Gigi Hopkins and Ronnie West When a wife has experienced the deep pain of betrayal by her husband it is challenging to gain stability for healing and recovery. Understanding what boundaries are and how to apply them are critical for her healing process. This episode we invite Gigi Hopkins and Ronnie West to share their experience and insight on helping wives establish healthy bound...

This was our #5 Top Downloaded Podcast for 2017. Originally aired June 24, 2017.  What do Christian Apologetics and sexuality have in common? More than you might imagine! This episode shares a segment of a webinar Jonathan gave for the Apologetics Academy on God's design and purpose for sexuality.  

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) Understanding sexuality as a teenage boy is challenging. Life is changing fast during those years and temptations are swirling everywhere. How can a young man learn to mature into adulthood with integrity and confidence? In this episode, Jonathan and Stephen share insights to help parents help their sons.

It's natural to parent defensively when it comes to issues of porn and sexual brokenness. And it's good to establish healthy boundaries and warn our children of the dangers of porn. But it's even better to go on the offensive to develop the key characteristics of a life of integrity and purpose. Our friend  Dina Alexander  shares her insights and the tools available for proactive paren...

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes ( HopeCounseling.com ) The New Year brings opportunity for learning new skills. This episode will teach you 3 emotional and spiritual skills that will transform your daily life and help you resist temptation to a much greater degree. Listen in to be inspired and equipped.