Equip Podcast Episode 298: The Ten Commandments — Marriage, Purity, and Pornography

Show Notes:
What does it look like to pursue purity in a world that’s lost its way? In this episode, Mark Vance and Emily Jensen unpack the seventh commandment—“You shall not commit adultery.” They talk honestly about marriage, lust, and the reality of pornography, exploring why it’s so destructive and how followers of Jesus can walk in freedom and hope.

Mark offers practical wisdom for breaking patterns of sin, restoring healthy desires, and building a culture of holiness in the church. This conversation is frank but filled with grace, pointing us toward God’s good design for love, intimacy, and faithfulness.

Episode Highlights:

• 00:00 — Introducing the seventh commandment
• 05:45 — What Jesus teaches about adultery and the heart
• 11:20 — How pornography distorts desire and damages relationships
• 18:50 — Finding freedom and healing through honesty and community
• 26:30 — Building a culture that celebrates purity and faithfulness

Resources:

• Cornerstone Church Sermons: Listen online
• Cornerstone Recovery Ministry: Learn more

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