This week on the Rev Rx Podcast, Chad sits down with Christian apologist Tim Barnett for one of the most important and honest conversations the church needs today. Together they dive deep into the silent struggle so many believers face: lust, shame, and the pull of sexual temptation in a digital world.
Tim breaks down why this issue feels taboo, how secrecy keeps people trapped, and what makes today’s temptations uniquely powerful. He explains how screens reshape desire, how shame isolates us, and why so many men and women feel stuck.
But this isn’t just a conversation about the problem—
it’s about the way out. You’ll hear practical steps, biblical wisdom, brain science, accountability tools, and the hope of real healing through Christ.
If you or someone you love feels trapped in a hidden battle…
this episode is a breath of fresh air and a roadmap toward freedom.
🔑 Key Topics:
- Why lust and sexual temptation thrive in silence
- Why Christians hesitate to admit they’re struggling
- How digital access shapes our desires
- The brain science behind temptation and shame
- Why this generation faces unprecedented sexual pressure
- The spiritual and relational cost of secret sin
- How to confess, heal, and rebuild trust
- Practical steps for individuals and families
- Teaching kids early in an age of constant exposure
- Why God offers hope, grace, and a clean slate
📌 Scriptures Mentioned:
- James 5:16 — Confess your sins to one another
- 1 John 1:9 — He is faithful and just to forgive
- Romans 8:11 — The Spirit who raised Jesus gives us power
- James 1:14–15 — Desire → sin → death
- Psalm 51 — Create in me a clean heart
🛠️ Resources Mentioned:
- Good Pictures, Bad Pictures (kids book on digital safety)
- Covenant Eyes (accountability software)
- Red Pen Logic (YouTube, TikTok, Facebook)
- Stand to Reason — str.org
🔗 Connect with Rev Rx
- Instagram: @chadpottspharmd or @revrxwellnessconsulting
- Email: chad@manalivecoaching.com
- Join the Man Alive Community for support, accountability & coaching: www.manalivecoaching.com
- Learn more about The 40 Grit Challenge- www.manalivecoaching.com/40grit
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