Originally aired: April 2, 2019

Laurie grew up in the church. Laurie knew what God's Word said about sexuality. But Laurie struggled with sexual feelings that didn't line up neatly with what she saw in the Bible. This episode unpacks her story; it is messy, it is beautiful, it is redemptive, and it is ongoing. No matter where you are on your own journey of sexual questions and struggles, Laurie's story will encourage you to keep pressing into the grace and truth of Jesus. 

For more info on Laurie and her ministry, visit https://www.himhministries.com/. 

Originally aired: July 9, 2019

The starting point of recovery is getting honest about our brokenness and sin. But this isn't an easy thing to do. We need encouragement and a vision for change that helps us come clean and step into the light of recovery. This episode shares thoughts and ideas from many different men how have struggled to come clean and how they have finally entered into the recovery -- AND REST -- they so desperately needed. 

Originally Aired: January 8, 2019

Every man can grow in emotional maturity. But such growth does not occur organically, or without effort. It takes focus, and it matters what you focus on. This episode offers a 7-day challenge for men who want to take seriously their emotional growth.

For a PDF download of the 7-Day Proclamation, go to http://7day-challenge.puresexradio.com.

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes (HopeCounseling.com)

If you're married, you know that relationship is difficult and messy. But we believe marriage is still good and sacred. So, how do you learn and grow in this most vital relationship? This episode is a collection of basic bits of advice to help you love and bond well in your marriage. 

Helpful Resource: 40 Days to Oneness

Support this Ministry: Give.Bebroken.com

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes (HopeCounseling.com)

Nearly every husband we have served over the past 16 years could be described as "closed" emotionally. Much of this is due to past wounds and ignorance. This episode explores the effects of such stunted growth and how to address it for potential healing and better relationships.

Helpful Resource: Emotional Training for Men

We live in a hyper-digital world and most parents are struggling to keep up when it comes to helping their children navigate this ever-changing landscape. Especially when it comes to all the sexual messaging that bombards them day after day. In this episode, we have Mandy Majors from NextTalk to help parents gain confidence in how to talk to their children in hopeful, effective and life-giving ways.

Learn more about Mandy and NextTalk resources at http://NextTalk.org. 

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes (HopeCounseling.com)

Growth of any kind doesn't happen randomly. There must be certain conditions and "ingredients" for things to grow. This is true not only in nature, but also in us. This episode unpacks 4 key principles that are essential for experiencing personal growth. We believe these principles will enhance your experience of God's grace, improve the quality of your relationships, and bring deep peace and rest to your soul. 

Additional Resources:

Emotional Training for Men webinar series -- https://www.puresexradio.com/webinars.html

Recovery Discovery Video 014: Identity -- https://youtu.be/kFtQsUNnv3I

Be Broken -- http://2.bebroken.com/

Co-host: Stephen Cervantes (HopeCounseling.com)

What if you knew that there were foundational realities to sexual addiction? Could that help you get to the root of the problem and find a way out to a sober, satisfied life? This episode is a result of working with thousands of sexually addicted men over nearly 20 years. Listen in and discover the three key elements of brokenness that exist in every sexual addict -- and find hope for freedom!

Is there really hope for restoration after an affair? Our special guests, Steve and Lisa Goldberg, share their story of brokenness and restoration to help you see up close what it looks like to know and trust God through the deepest valleys of marital chaos. This episode will give you key insights and principles for discovering hope and healing in a broken marriage.

Learn more about Steve and Lisa and their ministry at StaySideBySide.org. 

Jonathan presented this session at the Reclaim Conference, hosted by Authentic Intimacy. Discover God's design for male sexuality, how sin (and especially porn) distort God's design, how men can reclaim God's design, and the role of wives and the church in helping men live out God's design. If you would like to access the slide presentation for this teaching, visit http://Reclaim19.Bebroken.com.