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Becoming Whole

Regeneration Ministrieswww.regenerationministries.org

Relationships and sexuality are areas of life that can be beautiful or confusing, life-giving, or painful. Becoming Whole is a conversational podcast for men, women, and families seeking to draw nearer to Jesus as they navigate topics like sexual integrity, relational healing, spiritual health, and so much more.

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Episodes

The Sexual Addiction Cycle

Send us a text This week Josh, Dan, and Anne discuss the ins and outs of the Sexual Addiction Cycle (Trigger/Preoccupation - Ritualization - Sexual Activity - Despair/Shame). Resources: No Stones by Marnie Ferree The Sexual Addiction Cycle by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D. They discuss the power of the Lord and how He can break these chains of addiction along with speaking of practicals to help you along the journey. See you next week for more conversations about topics that matter to us all. We would lo...

May 06, 201937 minSeason 2Ep. 18

The Nitty Gritty of Forgiveness

Send us a text Josh and Kit walk through the practicals of how to forgive. They discuss the preparation work that goes into forgiving, including dealing with real emotions and wounds. After getting in touch with the pain, they talk about aligning with the reality of the grace of God and walking with Him through the forgiveness process. Forgiveness is humble but powerful enough to break lies out of our lives. They go on to discuss how to pray a prayer of true forgiveness, and then how to walk it ...

Apr 29, 201922 minSeason 2Ep. 17

What Forgiveness Is and Isn’t

Send us a text Josh and Dan continue their conversation around Forgiveness. They dive into what Forgiveness is and isn’t. See you next week for more conversations about topics that matter to us all. We would love it if you would subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with any suggestions on topics you want to hear more about. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Reso...

Apr 22, 201923 minSeason 2Ep. 16

The Gifts of Forgiveness

Send us a text Josh and Dan go over the ways into the true gifts that come with forgiving. They dive into unforgiveness as well and how it impacts both the physical and spiritual of our lives. PTSD, Depression, Spiritual Warfare and more. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your...

Apr 15, 201915 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Sexual Discipleship Part 2

Send us a text Josh and Drew continue their conversation on sexual discipleship by discussing the 3 major themes of growing in sexual wholeness: vulnerability, identity, and intimacy. They unpack each of these themes and go on to discuss ideas including being sexual creatures without the specific expression of sex, covenant vs consumer mentality, and Christian sexual maturity. Contact Drew at AndrewABoa@gmail.com or visit his website drewboa.com On April 12th we will be holding our second annual...

Apr 08, 201922 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Sexual Discipleship Part 1

Send us a text Sexual discipleship is found everywhere answering the questions: “What is sexuality for?” “What does it mean to be sexual?” and “What is sexuality?” “Who are you being sexually discipled by?” asks author Drew Boa who wrote Redeemed Sexuality , a resource for young people who are seeking sexual wholeness. Josh interviews Drew to learn about how men and women can stop being sexually discipled by the culture and start being led in sexual discipleship by Christ. On April 12th we will ...

Apr 01, 201920 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Women Dealing with Pornography: The Practicals

Send us a text Josh and Anne conclude this series by getting into practical advice for women dealing with a pornography struggle. They discuss accountability, filters, prayer, and more. Resources: Sexual Sanity for Women by Ellen Dykas 101 Practical Exercises by Dr. Doug Weiss Covenant Eyes Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025...

Mar 25, 201925 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Women Dealing with Pornography: Why Am I Stuck?

Send us a text Josh and Anne continue their conversation about women dealing with pornography by discussing how unhelpful thinking and negative mindsets keep women stuck. They propose that having a negative mindset leads women to look in the wrong places for affirmation and goodness. They also discuss looking towards this struggle with a curious mindset that asks “why am I going to this? What am I really looking for?” Resources: Unwanted by Jay Stringer Please subscribe, leave a review, and emai...

Mar 18, 201920 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Women Dealing with Pornography: How Did I Get Here?

Send us a text Our ‘women dealing with pornography’ series continues with Josh talking to Anne and Kyle about how women end up trapped in pornography, knowing that understanding this “how” is a key step towards freedom. They unpack how women are bringing legitimate needs and desires to an illegitimate place. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken ...

Mar 11, 201922 minSeason 2Ep. 10

A Woman’s Journey Out of Pornography

Send us a text Josh interviews Anne and a special guest to kick off our series discussing women and pornography. The series kicks off with a testimony that discusses being stuck in porn, what was being sought, and how God is healing and healer. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you o...

Mar 04, 201929 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Breaking Agreements About God

Send us a text The most consequential agreements we make are about God. Josh and Kit close out our Breaking Agreements series by discussing unholy agreements we make about God, and how to break them. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Becoming Whole 👉 Men's Ove...

Feb 25, 201926 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Breaking Agreements - Homosexuality

Send us a text Most people in the West view sexual orientation as a key part of identity. As Christians are continuing to debate what is loving and true in light of Scripture, it is more important than ever that those who follow Jesus are able to discern whether all of the agreements made in our culture and our hearts are true and beneficial. Josh and Bob discuss the implications of the agreements that we make about homosexuality, encouraging us to talk to Jesus about breaking agreements that ar...

Feb 18, 201924 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Breaking Sexual Agreements

Send us a text Josh and Dan continue our Breaking Agreements series by discussing the agreements the bind people sexually, and then how to take the next step in receiving God’s healing. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Becoming Whole 👉 Men's Overcoming Lust &...

Feb 11, 201922 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Breaking Agreements

Send us a text Most of us have areas in our lives that seem to agree with malevolent forces, rather than the truth of who we are as seen in Scripture. We find ourselves bound in habitual behavior, and we wonder why. To shed light on this phenomenon, Josh and Dan discuss what an agreement (i.e. unholy agreement) is, and how to begin to break these in light of the truth of Scripture. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, a...

Feb 04, 201923 minSeason 2Ep. 5

BONUS: Does a Spouse Need to Share Their Pornography Struggle?

Send us a text Josh, Bryan and Meagan had so much more to share about this topic, so please enjoy this bonus episode! Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Becoming Whole 👉 Men's Overcoming Lust & Temptation Devotional 👉 Women 21-Day Prayer Journal & Devo...

Jan 28, 201916 min

Does a Spouse Need to Share Their Pornography Struggle?

Send us a text Discovering how to communicate with a spouse is a long journey, a journey that becomes complicated when pornography use is in the picture. Josh tackles this tough topic with Bryan & Meagan, a couple who has first hand experience with this very question. Resources Referenced: Couples Healing podcast series regenerationministries.org/resources Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our mini...

Jan 28, 201924 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Why Wait Until Marriage to Have Sex?

Send us a text Young and old Christians alike in our culture are sincerely asking “why wait” in regards to sexuality. This question is becoming increasingly popular as our culture continues to rid itself of any Christian sexual ethic. Josh and Dan cast vision by discussing Biblical, relational, and sociological reasons for men and women to choose chastity while not married. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to su...

Jan 21, 201924 minSeason 2Ep. 3

How To Answer “Is Homosexuality a Sin?”

Send us a text Christians are increasingly asked the above question from both sides of the aisle. As Christians, it is important to know how to answer this question deeply, with grace and truth. Josh and Kyle continue Tough Topics with Regeneration’s pastoral approach to such a divisive question. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retrea...

Jan 14, 201924 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Am I the Only Woman Struggling with Porn?

Send us a text Josh, Anne, and a special guest kick off season 2 of our podcast with a series that tackles Tough Topics. Our first topic asks “am I alone among women in my struggle with pornography?” This vulnerable conversation hopes to destigmatize the reality of this struggle for women, and provide hope for those struggling. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationmi...

Jan 07, 201922 minSeason 2Ep. 1

037 Slowing Down During the Holidays pt. 2

Send us a text In our final podcast of 2018 Josh and Kit continue their discussion on slowing during the advent season by diving into specific practices that can be helpful in connecting with God during any season of life. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Beco...

Dec 23, 201822 minSeason 1Ep. 37

036 Slowing Down During the Holidays pt. 1

Send us a text Josh and Kit continue the advent theme by discussing the meaning of slowing down during the busy holiday season. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Becoming Whole 👉 Men's Overcoming Lust & Temptation Devotional 👉 Women 21-Day Prayer Journal ...

Dec 16, 201820 minSeason 1Ep. 36

035 When the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Isn’t pt. 2

Send us a text Josh and Dan continue their discussion on the challenges that many face during the Christmas season. They dive deeper into the specific effects that this season has on our “drug of choice”, as well as some practical strategies to grow. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help...

Dec 09, 201827 minSeason 1Ep. 35

034 When the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Isn’t pt. 1

Send us a text In this two part series, Josh and Dan discuss ways in which the Christmas season is not the most wonderful time of the year for many. We hope this is a blessing to those with a similar proclivity, but that it can also help those of us who enjoy the season have more empathy towards those that experience a more pointed time of difficulty. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, ple...

Dec 02, 201822 minSeason 1Ep. 34

033 Alyssa’s Story

Send us a text Our final story is from Alyssa. Alyssa put us in awe with her fearless vulnerability. We are so thankful to have had a part in these stories of real men and women dealing with real struggles. Please enjoy, and know that stories like these wouldn’t be possible without your generous partnership. To partner financially, please visit regenerationministries.org/donate Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and t...

Nov 25, 201823 minSeason 1Ep. 33

032 Ted’s Story

Send us a text Our penultimate story features Ted, who now leads of one of our main groups. Hear his bravery as he vulnerably shares his story with all of us. Please enjoy, and know that stories like these wouldn’t be possible without your generous partnership. To partner financially, please visit regenerationministries.org/donate Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regeneratio...

Nov 18, 201819 minSeason 1Ep. 32

031 Danny & Juliet's Story

Send us a text Stories continue with Juliet & Danny, a married couple who believe they wouldn’t be together if not for Regeneration. Please enjoy, and know that stories like these wouldn’t be possible without your generous partnership. To partner financially, please visit regenerationministries.org/donate Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken...

Nov 11, 201828 minSeason 1Ep. 31

030 Manny’s Story

Send us a text Regeneration Stories continues with Manny who vulnerably shares his powerful story. Please enjoy, and know that stories like these wouldn’t be possible without your generous partnership. To partner financially, please visit regenerationministries.org/donate Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! ...

Nov 04, 201821 minSeason 1Ep. 30

029 Barb’s Story

Send us a text We are so excited to present “Stories”, a series of testimonies that share how God has used Regen to walk with people towards healing and intimacy with Christ. Stories begins with Barb, an incredibly brave woman with a powerful story. Please enjoy, and know that stories like these wouldn’t be possible without your generous partnership. To partner financially, please visit regenerationministries.org/donate Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org ...

Oct 30, 201833 minSeason 1Ep. 29

028 Couples Healing pt. 4: Rebuilding

Send us a text Rebuilding calls for couples to create something stronger than what came before. Josh and Jamie conclude our Couples Healing series by discussing some ways to strengthen the long-term health of the marriage. Resources: https://regenerationministries.org/couples-healing-resources/ Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat ...

Oct 14, 201820 minSeason 1Ep. 28

027 Couples Healing pt. 3: Foundation Repair

Send us a text Accountability and boundaries are so important in moving forward after infidelity. Josh and Jamie Glaser continue our series by discussing how to repair the foundations of the marriage. Please subscribe, leave a review, and email info@regenerationministries.org with suggestions. For more resources, and to support our ministry, please visit regenerationministries.org Awaken Men's Retreat 2025 - Register Today! Free Resources to help you on your journey to Becoming Whole 👉 Men's Ov...

Oct 07, 201819 minSeason 1Ep. 27
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