Pure Desire Podcast

We see that as we grow in our health, there are layers to even more freedom to be experienced. What if we feel stuck in our recovery? How do we break out of that stuckness and get to those next layers of freedom? How do we know we've reached a new layer? We talk all this on today's episode. RESOURCES FASTER SCALE UNRAVELED  (Recovery Resource for Women) 7 PILLARS OF FREEDOM  (Recovery Resource for...

We see that self-awareness is one of the biggest keys to growing in any area. So, with this new decade upon us, what does it look like to grow in that self-awareness? How do we find areas where we need more of it? How do we practically grow in it? And is there such a thing as "too much" self-awareness? We talk this and more! RESOURCES THE SOUL OF SHAME  by Curt Thompson FASTER SCALE RECOVERY ACTIO...

When creating new goals, we rarely focus on our relationships. It's easy to create goals/rhythms that are measurable. But creating goals and achieving them in our relationships is much tougher. Today we talk about what, how, and why of creating goals for renewed relationships in 2020. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding...

With the start of a new decade, many of us are trying to maintain the goals we've set. But what if, instead of creating new goals, we focused on implementing new rhythms? On today's episode, we discuss the difference between rhythms and goals, how we know what areas we need growth in, and how to create sustainable change in our lives. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!...

As we end a new decade, it's easy for us to focus on the future. Questions like, "Who do I want to become?" or "What growth do I need?" are quick to come to mind. Today, we cover some thoughts on what it looks like to start a new year and a new decade right!  RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook...

It's Christmas time! Every Christmas, the act of giving easily becomes primary in our minds. But what sort of gifts are we giving? Are they small and short-term? Or are there gifts that we can give others that create new trajectory and health in our lives? We talk through the greatest gift you can give others! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook...

Ben Bennett, author, speaker, and leader of a new initiative with Josh McDowell, joins us today to talk about shame. We walk through 5 steps to dropping shame off of ourselves and how to live a shame-free life. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) SELF-IMAGE: FIVE STEPS TO OVERCOME SHAME  (Ben’s blog) LIVING FREE  by Ben Bennett (College Age resource) UPRISING WEBSITE GET STARTED Summit 2026!: R...

What does sexual health look like? Is it sobriety? Or is it more? On today's episode, we discuss the difference between holistic health and sobriety, and how pursuing each plays out in recovery. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) FASTER SCALE (TOOL) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your...

"Intimacy" has become a junk-drawer term today. What does it really mean? Why is it important in relationships? And how can it be created and maintained in our relationships? We talk through these questions on today's episode! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) CONNECTED  (Marriage Resource) HLP EXERCISE GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma...

We know that addiction is a part of this world. But there seems to be a tension between being a Christian and also struggling with an addiction. Today we talk through why the church is afraid of the word "addiction," understanding God's power in addictions, and steps needed to break free from addiction. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Key...

We have a new resource out for parents! A book simply titled,  How To Talk With Your Kids About Sex . We sat down with the authors, Rodney and Traci Wright to discuss all things this book. We explore this tough topic and give a peek inside the book! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) HOW TO TALK WITH YOUR KIDS ABOUT SEX (BOOK) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Unders...

With the recent news of another public figure in the Christian realm admitting to destructive sexual behaviors, we find ourselves asking, "Is this going to keep happening?" On today's episode, we discuss why this seems to keep happening, how we should respond, what we should do about it, and more! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To U...

Promoting groups for sexual brokenness and betrayal is not an easy task. How do you invite others in? What is the best way to do sign-ups? Where should we announce them? In this episode, we jump in on how to best promote Pure Desire groups in your church or community. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) PURE DESIRE ONLINE GROUPS GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Under...

There is tremendous power in sharing our story of God's healing. We discuss 5 tips on crafting a powerful telling of the healing we've experienced in ways that diminish shame, paint a real picture of healing, and invite others into their own healing. GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Fre...

Pure Desire now offers a BRAND NEW way to find healing from sexual brokenness and betrayal: ONLINE GROUPS. We talk about the new online group system and format, we talk about the Certified Group Leaders who lead them, and what you can expect in a Pure Desire Online Group! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) PURE DESIRE ONLINE GROUPS GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To U...

We find that isolation is the breeding ground of shame and addiction. So, what is isolation? What does it look like? How do we know when we're isolating? If we are, how do we break out of isolation? We talk all of these things on today's episode! RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to...

Is demonic possession present in sexual addiction? When do you disclose to a boyfriend/girlfriend? Are sexual aids ok in the marriage bed? How much is too much to share? These questions and more on today's #PDFAQ episode. Submit your questions for future FAQ episodes: Email your question to: podcast@puredesire.org Use the subject line:  PD PODCAST DM/Message us RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUB...

Separation and divorce are a harsh reality for some on the road to recovery from sexual addiction and betrayal. We talk through how to handle the shame, if it affects our relationship with God, maintaining sobriety throughout, and more. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) EPISODE 070 – STORIES OF HEALING: MIKE MAXWELL GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Be...

Sexual Addiction Is About Sex = Myth. We sit down to talk about why sexual addiction is not about sex, what it truly is about, how to find freedom, and how to help others avoid buying into the myth. RESOURCES FULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE) UNWANTED: HOW SEXUAL BROKENNESS REVEALS OUR WAY TO HEALING  by Jay Stringer GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Tr...

Our guest hosts dive right into some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to love, sex, and dating. Questions like: how far is too far? When is the right time to discuss my sexual history? What are some practical boundaries to keep my relationship pure? And even more. GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to F...

We see in Scripture that Generational Curses are a part of sin entering our world. But are they still a thing today? How do we know we are suffering from generational curses? How do we break free from them? We talk this and more on today's episode. GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal Trauma Free eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From Porn Schedule Your Free...

We have a surprise for you on today's episode. Two guests take over the podcast and talk through frequently asked questions from women regarding sex. This is an episode you won't want to miss! RESOURCES Contact Info: Heather Kolb heatherk@puredesire.org Ashley Jameson ashleyj@puredesire.org SEX DURING RECOVERY – EPISODE 057 MOMS & SEX BLOG UNRAVELED: MANAGING LOVE, SEX, AND RELATIONSHIPS GET START...

We sat down with Scott & Cassie Spicer to hear their story of overcoming addiction and betrayal in their marriage. We discuss when they realized it was a problem, how they finally found freedom, and the impact it has made on their lives. This is a beautiful story of redemption and hope.  RESOURCES REGIONAL GROUP ADVISORS PD-LEADERS PROGRAM 7 PILLARS OF FREEDOM BETRAYAL & BEYOND PURE DESIRE COUNSEL...

Leading group members through the disclosure process is a very difficult thing for a group leader. Today's episode, we dive into how to handle it, what are do's and don'ts, and what the role of the group leader is in the disclosure process of the group. RESOURCES EPISODE 106 – FULL DISCLOSURE THE DISCLOSURE PROCESS GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal...

Pornography is becoming more and more mainstream in our culture. As parents, this means we cannot disengage the topic and hope for the best for our kids. Today's episode, we dive into what parents need to know about porn, how to talk to your kids about it, and what your role looks like in the sexual health of your kids. GET STARTED Summit 2026!: Register Now Free eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Bet...