In this episode of "Modern Romance," Pastor Charles discusses the concept of purity in relationships and how it impacts intimacy. The episode starts with a story about people's intentions in relationships and quickly moves into the idea of building a life of righteousness. Pastor Charles references the story of Adam and Eve to show how shame and secrecy can impact a relationship. They discuss how secrecy is the enemy of intimacy and how shame grows in the dark. The episode also touches on the idea of impurity and how it is like poison. Finally, Pastor Charles shares a personal story about struggling with temptation and the importance of exposing it.

In this episode of Modern Romance, we explore the theme of Pursuit. Have you ever made a fool of yourself for love? Pastor Charles shares the story of their pursuit of his wife Mariah and how he wrote notes, made mixed CDs, and left flowers on her car. However, they realized that they got their priorities out of order and stopped pursuing each other. The Bible provides examples of pursuit, such as Jacob and Rachel, who worked for each other even after they were married. Pastor Charles encourages listeners to close the gap between intentions and actions and to pursue their partner every day. Charles share tips on how to do this, such as saying something good and encouraging each other daily. Listen to this episode to learn more about pursuing love in modern romance.

Modern Romance: The Priority

Remember what it was like when Jesus first saved you? Remember what it was like to be an Amateur Christian and not a "Professional?"

3 Reasons why many aren’t life-giving leaders:

1. It’s harder and requires more from you.

2. You don’t embrace the idea that you’re a leader.

3. Many leaders haven’t embraced their unique, God-given self.

In this episode, Pastor Charles interview Jay, a friend who went deaf at the age of 13 and his story of how God restored his hope and is building his future.

15 I don’t really understand myself, for I want to do what is right, but I don’t do it. Instead, I do what I hate...18 I want to do what is right, but I can’t. 19 I want to do what is good, but I don’t. I don’t want to do what is wrong, but I do it anyway... 24Oh, what a miserable person I am! Who will free me from this life that is dominated by sin and death? 25 Thank God! The answer is in Jesus Christ our Lord.

Romans 7:15, 18-19, 24-25 NLT