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Noticing what you notice helps in recovery from sex or pornography addiction

Noticing what you notice helps in recovery from sex or pornography addiction

“What you see depends on what window you look out of.” I heard Lyle Schaller say this at a conference [...]

Jan 24, 2011     2 Comments
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Podcast Interview about Sexual Struggles and the Church

Podcast Interview about Sexual Struggles and the Church

Not long ago I was interviewed by Jeff Fisher from the PorntoPurity website. Jeff is a former pastor, recovering addict, [...]

Jan 14, 2011     1 Comment
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New book for pastors from Covenant Eyes

New book for pastors from Covenant Eyes

Internet Pornography: a Ministry Leaders Handbook With a chapter by yours truly Covenant Eyes has just put together a great [...]

Jan 3, 2011     No Comments
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What to do if you’re struggling to stay sober

How is your recovery going? Are you building ongoing, solid sobriety, or are you struggling with repeated relapses? Nobody does [...]

Jan 1, 2011     5 Comments
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12 Step Recovery and Christianity — do they click or clash?

Some Christians are hesitant to participate in 12 Step recovery programs, because they want something that is specifically Christian-focused. While [...]

Dec 22, 2010     3 Comments
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The danger of putting spiritual leaders on pedestals – Part 2

The danger of putting spiritual leaders on pedestals – Part 2

Last week I wrote about the danger of people in churches projecting idealized images onto their pastors. This is not [...]

Dec 15, 2010     6 Comments
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Understanding Same-Sex Attraction – teleseminar on December 21

“Understanding Same-Sex Attraction” Helpful wisdom for addicts, spouses, and parents Teleseminar: Interview with Dr. Jenell Paris Tuesday, December 21, 7:00 [...]

Dec 11, 2010     No Comments
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The danger of putting spiritual leaders on pedestals – Part 1

As an ordained minister and the senior pastor of three churches (thus far), I know from experience that pedestals are [...]

Dec 1, 2010     3 Comments
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