Help! I just discovered my teen has been looking at pornography | Episode 6
What should parents do when they have just learned that their teen is viewing pornography? Are there some things not to do? What is the best way to initially respond? In this episode, Dr. John helps parents to know how to respond when they find out that their teen is viewing pornography. We will also address some of the most frequently asked questions from parents when they make this shocking and disturbing discovery.Read More
How should I respond when my teen announces they are gay? Episode 5
We know that many parents are dealing with a son or daughter announcing that they are gay. In this episode, Dr. John shares critical insights from “Messy Grace” by Pastor Caleb Kaltenbach, and he’ll offer some biblical strategies to bring together both the grace and truth of Jesus Christ. This episode will speak to those who want to know how to respond to the LGBTQ issue.Read More
Someone Wants to Destroy Holy Sexuality, Episode 4
We must be clearly aware that there is a spiritual battle going on around us. We can better preserve the reality of holy sexuality if we realize that it is under attack in the spiritual realms. As Christians, we engage in the battle to help people because we care for them. This is not really a battle between political parties or cultural interest groups. It’s a battle for God to be lifted high and win the hearts of people for whom He died.Read More
What should be the church’s role in sexual discipleship? Episode 3
In this episode, Dr. John discusses more critical insights from the book “Rethinking Sexuality: God’s Design and Why It Matters,” by Dr. Juli Slattery of Authentic Intimacy, particularly in the area of sexual discipleship and the role the church should play in shaping sexual values.Read More
Who’s discipling your youth: the church or the culture? Episode 2
In this episode, Dr. John shares critical insights from the book Rethinking Sexuality: God’s Design and Why It Matters, by Dr. Juli Slattery. We can become a redeeming force in a world of sexual brokenness by promoting the concept of sexual discipleship within the church instead of continuing to allow the culture to disciple our youth on sexuality.Read More
Laying a foundation for recovery from addiction, episode 1
In this introductory episode, Dr. John lays a foundation for recovery from sexual addiction and shares more information about the mission of the podcast and Restoring Hearts Counseling.Read More
8 Strategies For Raising Godly Kids in Today’s Society
Book review: Raising kids in today’s society can be frightening. Wrong is called right, smartphones replace human interaction, families are broken, and children aren’t maturing as quickly as in the past. In our fast-changing culture, parenting can sometimes feel like a losing battle.Read More
The Three Owners: A Healthy Perspective on Masturbation
You will benefit from making a clear, informed decision about masturbation. The information provided here can help you. It is my hope that you find sexual expression that is psychologically healthy, socially responsible, intimacy enhancing, and spiritually fulfilling.Read More
10 Commandments for a “Tech-Wise Family”
“The Tech-Wise Family” by Andy Crouch is a must read for all parents. It takes more than internet filters and deciding on screen-times to keep children safe in today’s world. The author offers practical steps to help the everyday family put technology in its proper place.Read More
Parents: Internet use is connected to depression
Teens who are depressed are more likely to get hooked on pornography. They get an escalation in the levels of Dopamine and other feel-good chemicals. They get trapped unwittingly by the Limbic system reward-circuitry and it can be difficult to stop.Read More