Episode description

In this episode, Aaron interviews Mason and Courtney Skaggs, who share their journey from drug addiction, satan worship, and marital struggles to a life transformed by Christ.

Mason opens up about his past involvement in occult practices, drug addiction, and sexual sin, while Courtney discusses her own battles with depression and substance abuse. They recount how God's grace led them to salvation and the challenges they faced in the early years of their marriage, including Mason's ongoing struggle with pornography and Courtney's difficulty in trusting both her husband and other women.

Key takeaways include:

• Mason struggled with addiction and darkness before finding faith.
• Courtney's skepticism transformed into belief over time.
• The couple emphasizes the importance of faith in marriage.
• They faced significant challenges in their early marriage.
• Mason's conversion experience was profound and life-changing.
• Courtney's journey to faith was gradual and filled with doubt.
• The church played a crucial role in their transformation.
• They highlight the need for open discussions about sexual sin.
• Mason wishes for more guidance from church leaders on addiction.
• Their story serves as encouragement for others facing similar struggles. Hidden sins can have profound effects on relationships.
• Finding worth in Christ is essential for healing.
• Community plays a crucial role in accountability and support.
• Confession is a powerful tool for healing.
• Building trust requires intentional actions and boundaries.
• Parenting brings new challenges that require spiritual growth.
• The cycle of sin can lead to destructive behaviors.
• Transparency in marriage fosters deeper connections.
• The purpose of marriage extends beyond personal happiness.
• Christ offers freedom from sin and healing for brokenness.

The Skaggs offer hope to couples facing similar struggles, emphasizing that no sin is beyond Christ's power to heal. They stress the importance of aggressively pursuing godly relationships, being vulnerable in Christian community, and continually fighting against sin.

This raw and honest conversation provides encouragement for couples at any stage of their faith journey, reminding listeners of the transformative power of the Gospel in marriage.

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KEY WORDS: Marriage After God, Aaron Smith, Mason Skaggs, Courtney Skaggs, addiction recovery, pornography addiction, marital healing, Christian marriage, sexual purity, spiritual warfare, redemption, transparency in marriage, overcoming trauma, Christian community, accountability, Gospel transformation