EP. 3 | In this powerful episode, Carlton French shares his transformational journey from a life of heartbreak and searching to finding profound faith and purpose through Jesus at 26. Engaging deeply with the struggles of singleness, sexuality, and societal pressures, Carlton opens up about his path to redemption, community, and a renewed sense of identity. This episode promises to inspire and challenge single men in their faith and life decisions, offering candid insights into the complexities of modern dating and personal growth.
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📍 Chapters/Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction - Carlton introduces his testimony and the pivotal questions that led him to seek God amidst personal turmoil
00:25 Questioning God's Presence - Carlton recounts his initial challenge to God and the beginning of his journey towards faith
01:13 Host Introduction - Carlton French introduces himself and the mission of The Single Man Podcast
02:11 Childhood and Family Background - The early influences of church and family on Carlton's life
03:40 Early Faith Decision - Carlton recalls making a personal faith decision at seven
06:17 High School Challenges - How moving and injury shaped Carlton's teenage years
07:34 College Life at Georgia Tech - Carlton discusses his college experience and the challenges he faced
9:47 Struggling with Abstinence and Exposure - Carlton opens up about his struggles with pornography and his decision towards abstinence
22:38 Regret and Redemption - Carlton shares his regrets from his dating life and the path to redemption
30:22 Seeking God - The beginning of Carlton's deliberate pursuit of God and evidence of His existence
46:44 The Turning Point - Carlton explains how the disciples' transformation post-resurrection cemented his faith in Jesus
53:14 New Life in Christ - Carlton shares the moment he truly accepted Jesus and the changes in his life
54:14 Freedom from Addiction - Testimony of overcoming pornography and finding joy in purity
56:35 Baptism and New Beginnings - The significance of Carlton's baptism and his commitment to live for Jesus
59:33 Leading in Faith - Carlton talks about leading a Bible study at work and taking a year off dating to focus on his relationship with God
01:02:47 Vision Ahead - The inspiration behind starting The Single Man Podcast, its mission to inspire single men, and what’s to come
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