Exploring Faith, Pursuing Grace

E30: Pornography - The Solution to Addiction

Our last episode dealt with just how much of an issue pornography is in the church. This episode focuses on practical, real solutions toward overcoming addiction to pornography.
Below are just a few of the resources one can use to overcome this addiction.
Ted Talk by Brene Brown on vulnerability
Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability | TED Talk
 
Books
Facing the Shadow - Facing the Shadow [3rd Edition]: Starting Sexual and Relationship Recovery: Carnes, Patrick: 9780985063375: Amazon.com: Books
 
Shadows of the Cross - Shadows of the Cross: A Christian Companion to Facing the Shadow: Cashwell, Craig, Johnson, Pennie, Carnes, Patrick: 9780985063351: Amazon.com: Books
 
Clean by Doug Weiss - Clean: A Proven Plan for Men Committed to Sexual Integrity: Weiss, Douglas: 9781400204687: Amazon.com: Books
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E29: Pornography - The Problem

This is the first of a two-part episode dealing with the problem and solution of pornography addiction. Pornography is an issue rampant within society, including the church. The adult entertainment industry generates more income than the NFL, NBA, and MLB combined. In this episode, we discuss how prevalent pornography is, the attitudes toward it, and how addiction plays a huge role in overcoming the challenges associated with pornography.
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E28: "Forsaking the Assembly" and Hebrews 10:25

"...not forsaking the assembling of yourselves together, as the manner of some..."
Hebrews 10:25 is a passage that has been quoted by preachers from pulpits far and wide, and is often utilized as an admonition to Christians to never, EVER miss a church service if it can be helped. Is that what the Hebrew writer had in mind when he wrote his letter, "don't miss church"? Or did he have in mind something else entirely?
In this episode, Kevin and Lee unpack the context of Hebrews 10:25 and discuss that there's far more to this verse than simply 'missing church'.
You can order Kevin's book, "A Different Kind of Poison: How Legalism Destroys Grace" here.
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E27: End Times Studies; New Heavens & New Earth, part 2 - Wes McAdams

This episode concludes our conversation with Wes McAdams, host of the 'Radically Christian' Podcast. We had a great conversation and look forward to having Wes on as a guest again in the future.
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Find Wes Here: www.radicallychristian.com
 
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E26: End Times Studies; New Heavens and New Earth, part 1 - Wes McAdams

Kevin and Lee are joined in this episode by Wes McAdams, preacher for the McDermott Road church of Christ in Plano, TX, and host of the "Radically Christian" Podcast.This episode continues our exploration of different perspective on what the Bible says about the end times, specifically the idea of the "New Heavens and New Earth", or "Renewal of Creation."We enjoyed our discussion and look forward to Wes joining us again, hopefully. Send your questions to exploringfaithpursuinggrace@gmail.com.
You can find Wes' work at www.radicallychristian.com
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E25: End Times Studies; Preterism, part 2 - Daniel Rogers

This episode concludes our interview with Daniel Rogers on the end-times interpretation known as Preterism, or Realized Eschatology. We enjoyed our conversation with Brother Daniel and look forward to having him on again in the future!
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E24: End Times Studies; Preterism, part 1 - Daniel Rogers

In this episode we begin a brief series on the study of the end times, referred to commonly as eschatological studies in theological circles.
The first concept we discuss is preterism, which is a belief that all Biblical prophecy came to pass before AD70 and the destruction of Jerusalem.We discuss this with our guest, Daniel Rogers! Daniel has published his work on his website and on his youtube channel.
 
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E23: Science and Faith Reconciled, pt 2 - Dr. Denis Lamoureux

This episode is part 2 of our interview with Biblical scholar and published scientist, Dr. Denis Lamoureux. 
We've referenced his work on the podcast before, and we were thrilled to have Dr. Lamoureux join us for a wonderful discussion about the synthesis between what science shows us and what the scriptures teach us.
Dr. Lamoureux is the author of several books, and has provided what is largely considered to be the best, most accessible work on the subject of the Bible and Evolution. Below are links to Dr. Lamoureux's TED talk, his books, and his website.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaeGfV-N2kM&ab_channel=TEDxTalks
https://sites.ualberta.ca/~dlamoure/
https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Ancient-Science-Principles-Interpretation/dp/1951252055/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=denis+lamoureux&qid=1602450627&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Evolution-Scripture-Nature-Say-Yes-ebook/dp/B01CXDN2UG/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=denis+lamoureux&qid=1602450650&sr=8-2
https://www.amazon.com/Evolutionary-Creation-Christian-Approach-Evolution/dp/1556355815/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=denis+lamoureux&qid=1602450650&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Love-Jesus-Accept-Evolution/dp/1556358865/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=denis+lamoureux&qid=1602450650&sr=8-4