If you’ve ever felt a wave of temptation and thought, what is wrong with me, this conversation will change how you see your struggle.
Nick Stumbo and Mike Maxwell talk with Dr. Jake Porter, founder of Daring Ventures and creator of Couple-Centered Recovery, and Dr. Windell Gill, a former pastor and crisis chaplain with more than 30 years of experience helpi ... Show More
Oct 13
483 - Why White Knuckling Porn Recovery Fails
If you've ever been taught that your body is the problem, or looked in the mirror with shame and wondered how you could ever be free from porn, this conversation is for you.Nick Stumbo and Mike Maxwell talk with Dr. Christopher West, author, speaker, and co-founder of the Theolog ... Show More
52m 53s
Sep 29
482 - What We Can Learn From a Catholic Priest About Addiction
In this episode we sit down for a conversation with Archbishop Joseph Naumann. Together, we explore the cultural roots of pornography addiction, its impact on youth and marriages, and why the church must break its silence to offer real healing.Resources:Religious Alliance GET STA ... Show More
50m 50s
Sep 22
481 - Misusing Scripture in Recovery w/ Tabitha Westbrook & Neil Schori
Can the Bible be used in ways that actually cause harm?In this episode, Neil Schori and Tabitha Westbrook join us to unpack some of the most commonly misused passages about sex, marriage, submission, forgiveness, and abuse. We talk about what these verses mean in context, how Scr ... Show More
53m 18s
Aug 2025
Sodom and Sexual Ethics | Paul Twiss and Jonny Ardavanis
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Paul Twiss explores what the Bible teaches about sexuality, marriage, and God's design for intimate relationships. We discuss the biblical response to sexual sin, pornography, homosexuality, and how the church should address these challenging to ... Show More
24m 38s
Aug 2024
Day 222: Idolatry and Adultery (2024)
Fr. Mike explains the relationship between idolatry and adultery, and how one can easily lead to another, especially in our relationship with God. He also talks about the difference between discipline and abuse, as we cover some tough topics today. Today's readings are Isaiah 65, ... Show More
28m 29s
Aug 2022
Day 222: Idolatry and Adultery (2022)
Fr. Mike explains the relationship between idolatry and adultery, and how one can easily lead to another, especially in our relationship with God. He also talks about the difference between discipline and abuse, as we cover some tough topics today. Today's readings are Isaiah 65, ... Show More
28m 29s
Aug 2025
Day 222: Idolatry and Adultery (2025)
Fr. Mike explains the relationship between idolatry and adultery, and how one can easily lead to another, especially in our relationship with God. He also talks about the difference between discipline and abuse, as we cover some tough topics today. Today's readings are Isaiah 65, ... Show More
28m 29s
May 2025
Navigating the Complexity of Church Relationships
In this episode, CCEF faculty explore the challenges and expectations that come with church relationships. They discuss the importance of clear communication, understanding different personalities, and the role of vulnerability in fostering meaningful connections. They emphasize ... Show More
38m 56s