Welcome to episode #64!

In this week's episode, Matt and Braden talk about why we need community in our lives and how to powerfully set up effective community in both 1-on-1 settings and group settings. This is a practical 'how-to' if you're looking for an added boost in your journey to freedom!

Community is a non-negotiable
We all want to be the person who can win battles on our own, but we aren't designed to live like that. We are designed for community and have to be humble enough to realize that it's seeking people out that we'll become the best version of ourselves.

Setting up accountability relationships
Ask your potential accountability partner certain questions to see if they're the fit that you're looking for. For example, you could ask these questions:
Do you have the time to chat once per week?
Are you porn-free?
Do you have the desire to help me?
Would you listen to some resources so we're on the same page for what effective accountability is?

When you ask these questions all at once, you give them a way out without making them feel awkward. If they agree to help you, set up a time to chat each week and ask when they won't be available so that you won't push their boundaries and create resentment.

What to look for in a group
There is power in groups! The transformation and freedom that's experienced is amazing when people get in groups and build relationships where they are growing intentionally together.

Powerful groups have a leader or facilitator who is free of sexual sin and pursuing the Lord, along with high-level training resources where you can do the work on your own throughout the week and then come back together to go deeper with the material.

Effective groups are an amazing asset in your life. Be aware of the excuses stopping you from joining a group and consider the freedom and rich relationships that they're keeping you from.

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Stay Tuned
Next week, Matt and Braden continue on in the "Path Out Of Porn" series with Part 4: Lifelong Growth. You don't want to miss it!!

Resources
Episode 32 - How To Be A Great Accountability Partner
Episode 5 - 4 Pro-Tips For Accountability
Pure Freedom Community for men 18+

Pure Freedom Journey for men and women

Book a FREE call (men)

Course for marriages

FamilyLife Canada: Resources and events to strengthen your marriage

Online marriage resources (FamilyLife Canada)

Covenant Eyes Accountability Software - use promo code RM30 for 30 days free

Podcast Hosts
BRADEN HAFNER

Braden is the Regional Director in Alberta for FamilyLife Canada. He has been married for 12 years to his wife Kristen, and they live in Edmonton, Alberta. He is passionate about seeing marriages grow and thrive, and helping couples move to a deeper oneness with one another and with God. FamilyLife Canada has a variety of resources and events to help you and your spouse take your marriage to the next level. See what would benefit you at www.familylifecanada.com

MATT CLINE

Matt and his wife Louise raise their little guys, David and Oliver, in Edmonton, Alberta. He is honored to do what he can to tackle the epidemic of pornography and sexual perversion in every way possible. Seeing lives and marriages get free and experience the love of God in profound ways is what drives him every day. He leads Restored Ministries, is a certified speaker and coach for the John Maxwell Team, and formerly played hockey in the WHL and for Hockey Canada. You can visit www.restoredministries.ca.