What is the Christian way to confess sin without excusing myself and without despairing of God’s mercy? The Christian way to confess sin is ...

What does “I am the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus” mean during trials? A personal reflection on faith, conscience, and standing firm under pressure.

John doesn’t start at the manger — he starts before time itself, because Christmas begins in eternity.

Hiya my lovelies,    Navigating conversations about purity with your partner can feel challenging, but it’s essential for building a strong, faith-centered relationship. In this episode, we explore practical conversation starters, biblical perspectives, and how to approach the topic with grace and understanding. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or married, learn how to communicate openly and lovingly about purity, boundaries, and God’s design for your relationship. Tune in for honest, encouraging insights to help you grow closer to each other and to God. #Talk about purity with partner #Christian relationship advice #Purity conversations in dating #Conversation starters for couples PODCAST SHOUTOUTS Grateful for: Elohim, The Almighty, The One and Only, for Being. Leonard Tshiks, my dad for amazing me with his intro and outro original compositions. Ruth Tshiks, my sis for creating this wonderful logo through her great patience and talent. Special thanks to Pixabay artists soundtracks: Leonard Tshikudi--My Fav Dynamic Leonard Tshikudi--Chill Rainy Vibe JuliusH—African Inspiration John Bartmann—Happy African Village SOFRA—Africa Maasai Kids SOFRA—Background Village Marimba Lesfm--Calm And Peaceful lo-fi - opendomainmusic.com - 0000000468 Zapsplat.com-- Sound effects FREE PURITY CONVERSATION GUIDE: Get it Delivered to Your Inbox Pdf link: https://forms.gle/6vYGY5e4BFr1UvKN7 LINK to Previous Episode: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-set-godly-boundaries-in-christian-dating-without-feeling-guilty--68685243

BONUS EPISODE — “Tripping Over Myself” In this bonus episode, Jon looks at the blind spots we all have — the places where we keep tripping over our own attitudes, reactions, and old patterns. Sometimes the biggest obstacle in the hallway isn’t the enemy… it’s us. This episode features Jon’s new original song, “Tripping Over Myself” — a throughtful track about stumbling over our own blind spots and learning to let God show us what we’ve been defending. If you’ve ever reacted too quickly, defended something that didn’t matter, or discovered your biggest struggle was actually your own stubbornness… this bonus episode will make you smile and encourage your heart. Sit back, enjoy and let God speak gently to the places you’ve been protecting.

Episode 66 – STEP FIVE | Confessing, Not Preaching + Original Song “Hats” In this powerful episode of Pastors in Recovery, Jon unpacks Step Five: Confessing, Not Preaching — learning to tell the truth instead of performing it. He shares honest reflections from his own ministry life — the “pastor hat,” the “church-planter hat,” and the moment he realized that the only hat that truly fits is the real-self hat. Through personal stories, relatable pastor examples, and the story of King Saul, Jon reminds us that fear of people leads to performance, but confession leads to freedom.  This episode also features Jon’s brand-new original Suno AI-assisted song, “Hats,” a nostalgic 1920s jazz-gospel piece led by clarinet that captures the journey of taking off every mask until only the real self remains. 🎵 Don’t preach your confession — live it. 📖 James 5:16 — “Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed.”

Episode 61 — The Twelve Steps for a Pastor in Recovery (Overview) + Original Song “No More Fakin’ It” Pastor, when did ministry become the place you hide your pain? In this special kickoff episode, Jon introduces The Twelve Steps for a Pastor in Recovery — a simple, honest path from pretending to freedom. You’ll hear how these twelve steps bring healing to those who lead others but struggle in silence. This week’s bonus track, “No More Fakin’ It,” delivers a hopeful, early-2000s-style hip-hop rhythm that reminds every pastor: it’s time to stop pretending and start healing. Join Jon as he shares stories, Scripture, and encouragement for pastors ready to face the truth and walk in grace — one step at a time.