UNASHAMED: The FirstLight Ministries Podcast

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In the face of betrayal, triggers can be everywhere. A late arrival, a phone taken into another room, or even an ordinary moment can suddenly transport a wife back into the pain of betrayal; heart racing, thoughts spiraling, and trust shattered.

In this episode of UNAshamed, Jonathan Shilts and FirstLight Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg PLPC explore how triggers work, why they’re not simply a choice, and how they impact trust, relationships, and healing after betrayal. With practical tools and Christ-centered hope, this conversation helps listeners begin to answer a difficult question: How do I move forward when this is holding me back?

Featuring: Karen Kallberg PLPC, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble discusses triggers among men who use pornographic materials. The world is unpredictable and triggers are everywhere, so tune in and discover how men can recontextualize destabilizing experiences to resist temptation.

Featuring: Rev. David Noble, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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In this episode of UNAshamed, Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg and Clinical Director Shari unpack the whirlwind of emotions behind betrayal trauma. Together they discuss how past wounds shape perception, why understanding trauma matters for lasting healing, and how to move forward with wisdom and grace.

Featuring: Shari Montague, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble and Clinical Director Shari explore the complex role trauma can play in sexual sin, compulsive sexual behavior, and sex addiction. Together they discuss how past wounds shape coping patterns, why understanding trauma matters for lasting healing, and how the gospel and wise care can help men and couples move toward freedom, honesty, and restoration.

Featuring: Shari Montague, Rev. David Noble, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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When secret sexual sin comes into the light, everything changes. In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble, Clinical Director Shari Montague, and Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg explore what happens when sin is discovered, how poorly handled disclosure can deepen wounds, and how thoughtful, guided disclosure can become the first step toward real healing for both men and their wives.

Featuring: Shari Montague, Rev. David Noble, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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With the slow rise of porn and casual sex, many are asking, "What's the big deal anyway?" In this episode of UNAshamed, Executive Director Sean Maney and Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg discuss how compulsive sexual sin harms individuals, spouses, and society.

Featuring: Rev. Sean Maney, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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The holidays are supposed to bring cheer - but for many people struggling with sexual sin or healing from betrayal, the holiday season can feel very different. In this special episode of UNAshamed, Men's Director David Noble and Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg discuss how to navigate the emotional challenges of visiting families through the holidays during the healing process.

Featuring: Rev. David Noble, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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Men and women who have experienced sex addiction or betrayal trauma often need individualized care to find their path forward. In this episode of UNASHAMED, Rev. Jonathan Shilts and Clinical Ministry Director LPC CSAT Sharí Montague discuss how FirstLight Ministries uses clinical practices to bring specialized, deep-rooted healing to our participants.

Featuring: Rev. David Noble and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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There are so many resources to support men battling sex addition - but what about their wives? Spouses of addicted partners often find themselves navigating the pain sexual betrayal alone, caught in a storm of secrecy, shame, and hurt. On this episode of UNASHAMED, Rev. Jonathan Shilts and Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg discuss how FirstLight Ministries brings healing to the spouses of men struggling with sex addiction.

Featuring: Karen Kallberg and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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Porn and sexual addiction can drive men into isolation, shame and hopelessness. Despite promises, self-shaming, and internet filters, many men can't see a way out... But there is another path forward. In this episode of UNASHAMED, Rev. Jonathan Shilts and Men's Ministry Director Rev. David Noble discuss how FirstLight Ministries brings healing to men struggling with sexual compulsion.

Featuring: Rev. David Noble and Rev. Jonathan Shilts

Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts

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