What if your addictions, struggles, and brokenness weren’t just about “trying harder”—but about uncovering the wounds shaping your heart and rewiring your brain with God’s truth?

In this powerful episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone sits down with Ben Bennett (author, speaker, and co-founder of Resolution Movement with Josh McDowell) to talk about porn addiction, trauma, shame, neuroscience, and the freedom Jesus offers.

Ben shares his story of rock bottom, how neuroscience affirms the Bible’s teaching about renewing your mind, and why true healing requires both spiritual transformation and community. If you’ve ever wondered why you do what you hate (Romans 7), this conversation will give you hope, tools, and freedom in Christ.

Check out Ben's ministry here:

Website: https://resolutionmovement.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolutionmovement

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCizOj_SQRjMQwqfm2Oxrr0A

 @ResolutionMovement  

📖 Watch till the end for practical steps to overcome shame, addiction, and loneliness.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Welcome to Calibrate Conversations (with Brady Cone)

1:18 – Meet Ben Bennett: Author, Speaker, Resolution Movement

2:20 – Ben’s childhood: faith + hidden abuse and trauma

4:59 – Rock bottom: porn, depression, and seeking help

6:27 – How God used therapy + discipleship to bring freedom

10:07 – What the Bible and neuroscience reveal about the brain

13:47 – The root problem: brokenness → lies → behaviors

17:11 – Why your past shapes your present struggles

18:44 – From shame to curiosity: finding healing in Christ

23:38 – Why awareness is the first step to freedom

29:25 – Fighting the wrong battles: moving beyond willpower

34:07 – The role of community in real healing

39:57 – Deep discipleship: being truly known in the church

43:10 – How ordinary Christians can love hurting people better

50:17 – Ben’s book Free to Thrive + Resolution Movement

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#Sexuality #Freedom #Christ

In this special episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady unpacks the heartbreaking Minneapolis school shooting — and the hidden cult-like lies that fueled it. While the media downplays the truth, we expose the deeper issues of transgender ideology, spiritual warfare, and the assault on children’s minds. But this isn’t just about tragedy — it’s about hope. Discover the biblical response that brings clarity, healing, and the only true solution: the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why this tragedy can’t be ignored

00:52 – What really happened at Annunciation Catholic School

02:05 – Evil at work: the spiritual backdrop of shootings

03:14 – The transgender issue the media won’t touch

04:54 – A disturbing manifesto: Satan in the mirror

06:09 – Why the trans cult increasingly targets Christians

07:54 – “Armed and fabulous”: glamorizing violence

09:19 – The fear narrative driving trans ideology

12:39 – Why autistic kids are more susceptible

15:13 – Transgenderism as spiritual warfare

19:53 – Patterns that reveal the truth

23:04 – Parents on their knees: navigating heartbreak

27:43 – Broken homes & fatherlessness as a theme

30:21 – Why parents feel forced into affirming transitions

33:26 – What Christians must do: Pray & proclaim hope

34:54 – The only name that saves: Jesus Christ

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#Minneapolis #Transgender #School

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady tackles a heartbreaking trend: family estrangement. From kids rewriting their childhoods to labeling everything as “abuse,” our culture is tearing families apart. What’s the truth behind this? And how can we reclaim grace, truth, and reconciliation in our homes?

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & heart behind this episode

01:00 – Why “no contact” with parents is rising

03:00 – When everything gets labeled abusive

05:30 – The danger of rewriting childhood memories

07:20 – Parents, kids, and humility in conflict

09:10 – The Atlantic article on estrangement

11:00 – How estrangement destroys family stability

13:20 – Reflecting on James Dobson’s legacy

18:30 – The hope of reconciliation and grace

20:30 – Therapy, culture, and fragile generations

24:50 – Why individualism fuels family breakdown

32:30 – Shifting parenting goals: holiness over happiness

36:20 – Resentment, idols, and the gospel

39:30 – Final encouragement & prayer

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#Culture #Family #Toxic

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone responds to Brandan Robertson’s book Queer and Christian, unpacking its theology and offering a biblical perspective on sexuality, scripture, and identity. We break down revisionist arguments, look at key passages, and discuss how to respond with both truth and grace.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro & why this matters

0:38 Who is Brandan Robertson?

2:16 What is revisionist theology?

5:25 Why this isn’t just about 6 verses

7:48 The authority of Scripture

10:03 The 1946 “homosexual” argument

15:58 Creation, Genesis, and myths

19:44 Talmud and gender claims

23:37 Paul, orientation, and the NT

29:48 Romans 1 and 1 Corinthians 6

44:43 Happiness vs. holiness

50:18 Final encouragement & hope

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#BiblicalTruth #Christianity #Theology

Garry Ingraham's story is one of brokenness, shame, and searching—but also of radical redemption. Once immersed in the gay lifestyle and filled with deep wounds, Garry shares how Jesus met him in the middle of his pain and completely rewrote his story. This is a must-hear testimony for anyone wrestling with identity, healing, or belonging in the Church.

📍 Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro to Garry's story

1:35 – Growing up feeling different

5:50 – Early exposure to pornography

8:07 – Wrestling with identity and shame

13:20 – Entering the gay community

16:45 – The cost of sexual brokenness

23:37 – A powerful moment of church acceptance

28:17 – Becoming a spiritual father

34:55 – Clearing up misconceptions about "ex-gay" ministries

42:17 – Why the church must disciple with grace

46:05 – A vision for healthy Christian marriages

57:11 – Facing emotional dependency and relational idols

1:04:31 – Final encouragement for the Church and parents

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#Testimony #Identity #Redemption

Chip and Joanna Gaines are facing backlash after including a same-sex couple in their new show Back to the Frontier. Is it just representation—or is it celebrating sin? In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady offers a thoughtful biblical response, examining boundaries, grace, and how Christians should engage with culture.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro to the Chip and Joanna controversy

01:30 – Overview of the new show Back to the Frontier

02:55 – Why this casting decision matters

04:00 – Setting boundaries with love and discernment

07:18 – The difference between adoption and intentional separation

09:49 – Is this really a picture of redemption?

11:04 – The Christian response: harsh or helpful?

13:08 – Galatians 6 and restoring with gentleness

14:30 – Bearing burdens and being slow to speak

17:40 – A prayer for everyone involved

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#Biblical #LGBTQ #Discerning

In this raw and urgent episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady responds to the growing scandal surrounding Michael Tait — former lead singer of DC Talk and Newsboys — and the disturbing revelations of his double life. But this isn’t just about one man. It’s about a broken system. From failed biblical accountability to the dangers of Christian celebrity culture, Brady exposes the deeper crisis unfolding in the Church today.

🔎 Topics Covered:

-The timeline of accusations against Michael Tait

-What really happened behind the scenes

-Why so many church leaders fall into moral failure

-The cost of ignoring biblical eldership

-How celebrity status blinds the Church to sin

-Brady’s personal story of being confronted by elders and restored

-What faithful shepherding actually looks like

💬 If you’re frustrated, heartbroken, or questioning how this keeps happening — this episode will challenge, convict, and call you back to God’s design for discipleship and leadership.

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#Scandal #Accountability #Revival

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, I break down Fuller Seminary’s recent controversial move. Once known for upholding biblical marriage and sexual ethics, Fuller Seminary appears to be wavering—trying to appease both sides. In today’s discussion, we unpack the implications of this “middle ground” stance and why it matters for the future of biblical truth and discipleship.

Join me as I explore:

-The key elements of Fuller Seminary’s recent statement

-What it means for Christians who seek clarity in their faith

-How this move affects both students and the wider Christian witness

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#FullerSeminary #BiblicalTruth #Christianity #Faith #SexualEthics

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone shares a compassionate yet uncompromising biblical response to Pride Month. As June rolls around and culture celebrates Pride, how should Christians respond? With truth, grace, and the unchanging power of the gospel-centered message of Jesus Christ.

Brady discusses how believers can engage with the LGBTQ conversation without reacting in pride, how to avoid ineffective social media outrage, and why reclaiming the rainbow memes miss the mark. Instead, he offers a better way: loving people deeply, mourning sin, living humbly, and being ready to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with clarity and compassion.

This is a call to live out Ephesians 4:29 and James 4:6 in the cultural firestorm — not with self-righteousness, but with Spirit-filled humility.

👉 Whether you're a parent, pastor, or young believer navigating Pride Month as a Christian, this episode will equip you to stand firm in your faith while reflecting the heart of Christ.

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#PrideMonth #LGBTQ #Christianity

Technology is no longer neutral. From Snapstreaks to social media “likes,” our kids are being discipled by algorithms—shaping their identity, emotions, and spiritual lives. In this powerful conversation with Nathan Sutherland of Gospel Tech, we uncover how to protect our families, raise kids with digital discernment, and reclaim tech for God’s purposes.
👉 Don’t parent in fear—parent with wisdom.

Resources:
📖 Gospel Tech: gospeltech.net
📚 The Graceful Disconnect by Anna Sutherland
📚 Gospel-Centered Tech: Raising Faithful Followers of Christ in a Digitally Distracted World by Nathan Sutherland
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#DigitalDiscipleship #TechParenting #GospelTech

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