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If God designed work before the fall and preserved it after redemption, then work is not simply what we do—it’s part of who we are. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West explores how Scripture gives us a different picture of what work was meant to be—and what it can still become. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live—where biblical wisdom meets today’s financial decisions—weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio.

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It’s Witness Wednesday! Join Todd on campus in downtown Atlanta where he meets an interesting cast of characters, among whom is a Hare Krishna devotee who is radically inclusive in his religion… but is he right? When real people are introduced to the Jesus of the Bible, worldviews are challenged, and hearts are changed.

Segment 1

• Tim (Hare Krishna) claims every religion works—including Christianity—so does truth even matter?

• If God is “everything,” is He also a lamppost? The worldview starts to unravel fast.

• Big question: can mutually exclusive religions all be true at the same time?

Segment 2

• Tim affirms Jesus… but only as a “spiritual master”—not the only way.

• Jesus’ exclusive claim (“I am the way”) directly collides with Tim’s mix-and-match belief system.

• Are you allowed to reinterpret Jesus to fit your worldview?

Segment 3

• Hannah admits she’s “on the fence,” citing science, church history, and bad Christian examples.

• The deeper issue surfaces: are objections really intellectual—or rooted in something else?

• If a God exists who solves guilt, shame, and death—would you actually want Him?

Segment 4

• Hannah claims moral goodness—then walks through lying, stealing, lust, and guilt.

• The standard shifts from her view to God’s law, exposing real accountability.

• If we’re truly guilty before God, what’s the solution?

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Welcome to episode #262! ️ Pure Victory Podcast: Understanding Your Arousal Template: Why Your Brain Craves What Your Heart Doesn’t

Many people in recovery ask the same painful question: “Why does my brain crave things I know I don’t want?”

In this episode of the Pure Victory Podcast, we unpack the concept of the Arousal Template—the internal blueprint that shapes what triggers sexual arousal. Drawing from recovery research and biblical truth, we explore how pornography can reshape this template over time, why escalation happens, and most importantly, how God can begin the process of rewiring our minds.

This conversation shifts the focus away from shame and toward understanding. Instead of asking “What’s wrong with me?” we start asking a healthier question: “How has my brain been wired, and how can it be rewired?”

The encouraging truth is that while porn may train the brain, God’s truth and intentional healing can retrain it.

Key Takeaways

• Your Arousal Template Is Learned
  Sexual arousal patterns develop over time through experiences, environment, and repeated exposure—not simply personal failure.
• Pornography Rewires the Brain
  Unlimited novelty online can expand and distort the template, leading to escalation and stronger cravings for stimulation.
• You Can’t “Un-Bake the Cake,” But You Can Bake a New One
  Some memories remain, but you can weaken unhealthy pathways and build new ones through healthier attachments and habits.
• This Is About Formation, Not Just Behavior
  Pornography disciples the brain toward objectification, while Christ forms us toward intimacy, covenant, and love.
• Rewiring Is Possible
  Through consistent spiritual renewal, accountability, and healthy relationships, the brain can learn new patterns aligned with God’s design.

Scriptural Highlight

Romans 12:2
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Healing and recovery are not just about stopping a behavior—they are about renewing the mind and allowing God to reshape our desires over time.

Action Steps

1. Replace Shame with Curiosity
Instead of asking “What’s wrong with me?”, begin asking “What patterns has my brain learned?”

2. Guard What You Look At
Jesus said the eye is the lamp of the body. What we repeatedly view trains our desires.

3. Build New Attachments
Strengthen pathways toward life through:

• deeper intimacy with God
• healthy relationships and accountability
• emotional connection with safe people

4. Train Your Mind Intentionally
Practice focusing on what is true, pure, and life-giving (Philippians 4:8).

5. Commit to the Long Game
Rewiring the brain takes time. Progress often looks like two steps forward, one step back—but forward is still forward.

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Every empire that has ever risen has also fallen — and Nineveh would be no exception. Dr. John walks through Nahum's vivid poetic description of Nineveh's destruction, showing how the proud lion of the ancient world was brought to ruin by the God it had long defied. A sobering study in the justice of God, and a deeply comforting one for all who have placed their hope in him.

God's Patience Exhausted: What happens when a nation exhausts the patience of God? In this series, Dr. John works through the often-overlooked book of Nahum — the sobering sequel to Jonah — tracing the fall of the Assyrian empire and what it reveals about the character of God. A compelling study in divine justice, and a timely one for anyone who has ever presumed on the kindness of God.

If you're uncomfortable in your parenting, you're doing it right! Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James discuss the challenges and transformations in parenting, highlighting the importance of grace and faith. Cynthia Yanoff shares insights from her book 'Life is Messy, God is Good', emphasizing that messiness in parenting does not equate to failure. They explore practical strategies for accepting the mess, fostering humility, and daring to do something differently. Learn how to handle unmet expectations, work on your flexibility, and avoid caring about the judgment of other parents.

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Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions.

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When it comes to setting goals in marriage, most couples wing it—or copy whatever sounds spiritual. FamilyLife President Luke Middendorf talks about upheaval, faith, and the quiet drift that happens when you’re busy but not aligned. If you want more than vague marriage resolutions, this conversation will steady your aim without piling on guilt.

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