The Naked Gospel
The Naked Gospel explores what it means for humans to be sexed image bearers who are made by a relational God.
To that end, we have candid and raw discussions about relationships, sexual ethics, theology, pornography, sex trafficking, singleness, marriage, and everything in between.
Episodes
132 episodes
From Freedom to Failure: Overcoming Porn Relapse: Anna Gray
In this episode, we dive into the difficult reality of falling back into old habits after a long stretch of freedom from porn. Our guest, Anna Gray, shares insights on how to confront the shame and fear that come with relapse. We discuss practi...
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Can Theology Really Transform us?? Reclaiming Theology in Real Life w/ Dr. Don Love
In this episode Shane sits down with theologian Don Love to explore how biblical theology contrasts with systematic theology, emphasizing the transformative power of story over mere propositions. Together, they delve into how narrative shapes o...
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Gay and Celibate: The Intersection of Faith and Identity w/ Pieter Valk
In this episode, we sit down with Pieter Valk, a Christian therapist who identifies as gay and has chosen a life of celibacy. Pieter shares his journey of reconciling faith and identity, challenging common stereotypes and offering a fresh persp...
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From Shame to Strength: Women and the Fight Against Porn Addiction
In this episode, we tackle the unspoken struggle many women face with pornography and the burden of shame that comes with it. We explore how building strong, supportive relationships is the path to lasting recovery.Support the...
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The Transformation Trap: Why Christians Don't See Change
In this episode, we explore "The Transformation Trap" with our guest, Wailer, discussing why many Christians feel stuck and unable to see real change despite their faith. We delve into the link between character development and skill formation,...
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The Cost of Controversy: Why Churches Reject Essential Resources
In this episode of The Naked Gospel podcast, we delve into the controversial rejection of TheSexTalk.com, a vital resource designed to help Christian parents equip their kids in today’s sexual culture. We explore how church politics and broader...
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Escaping Addiction: Sherry Hoppen's Insights on Finding Fulfillment
In this episode of The Naked Gospel, we sit down with Sherry Hoppen, author of "The Sober Cycle: Pedaling Through Recovery." Sherry shares her powerful journey of overcoming addiction and finding genuine happiness beyond substances. We delve in...
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A Mind Without Any Porn: Wailer
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Exposing Hookup Culture: Cynthia Garrett and The Naked Truth
In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Garrett to discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies. Garrett boldly addresses the redefinition and manipulation of sex and sexuality ...
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Are We Programmed to Watch Porn?? w/ Wailer
A conversation about spiritual formation and how desires are formed. Suppor that show for just $5: https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Resources for men, women, wives, and par...
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Why Do Christians Continue to Sin?? Practical Theology with Don Love
The Christian life isn't always straight forward. What does it mean to experience God? How important is Scripture? Is truth more about knowing facts or knowing a person? Can we really say we've been saved from sin if we continue to sin? Why doe...
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Episode 103
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Christianity as Rebellion: the Disruptor Initiative
Check out the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/
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Episode 102
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Are Sin and Addiction the Same Thing?? A Deep Dive with Brit Eaton and George Wood
Join the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Brit Eaton is a content strategist, writer, speaker, discipler, and all-around pursuer of the kingdom of God. Sh...
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Episode 101
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Questions, Evangelism, Doubt, and Apologetics in the Christian Life: Randy Newman
Support these kinds of conversations! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Randy Newman is senior fellow for apologetics and evangelism at the C. S. Lewis Institute. He was forme...
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Episode 100
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What Does the Cross Really Mean: A Conversation with Brian Zahnd
Support these kinds of conversations! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church i...
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Episode 99
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Women in the Church are Struggling with Porn: The Silent Battle—a conversation with Anna Gray
Watching porn and porn addiction are no longer simply guy issues. Porn viewership among women has been drastically increasing over the last few years. How did this happen? Does this include women in the church? What resources exist for women? A...
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Episode 98
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What I Wish I had Know about Marriage before Getting Married! A Conversation with Sathiya Sam
Check out the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker that helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himsel...
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Episode 97
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Sexual Fetishes and Porn Genres: What Are They and Do They Mean Anything? A Conversation with Sathiya Sam
Check out the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker that helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himsel...
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Episode 96
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Ask a Gay Christian Anything: An Audience Q&A with Art Pereira
Join the Disruptor Initiative! https://www.provenmen.org/disruptors/Revoice conference and discount code! RevoicePodArt Pereira is t...
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Episode 95
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Christian Friendship: What is Non-Erotic Love?? A Conversation with Ned Bustard
Ned Bustard is an accomplished artist and author, and his most recent work is a children's book about Saint Valentine. Ned joins us for a conversation about intimacy and what it looks like to have affectionate friendship. And we also get to hea...
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Episode 94
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Make Integrity Sexy Again: A Conversation with Wailer
Christian individuals and churches alike are struggling with sexual integrity. Individuals don't know how to find freedom—afraid to tell anyone about their struggle and afraid that nothing will work. Churches, likewise, are struggling to addres...
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Episode 93
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Wheaton President Dr. Philip Ryken: Exploring a Theology of Beauty
The Christian message is often a message about sin, with an angry, disappointed God and a crucified Jesus. It can seem like sin and shameful repentance is the message. What is the place of beauty in the Christian life and in the Christian story...
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Episode 92
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Masculinity and Evangelical Christianity: Nancy Pearcey
Nancy Pearcey is an acclaimed scholar, and her latest work about masculinity has seen praise and hostility alike. In this conversation, she joins us to discuss the toxic AND transformational realities of masculinity. Become a
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Episode 91
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Dan Allender and Curt Thompson: Is Salvation Actually Real?? A Faith and Science Deep Dive
Dr. Dan Allender and Dr. Curt Thompson are two of the most trusted and renown Christian therapists. They have spent their lives exploring what healing and redemption looks like, and they both join us for a long-form conversation.
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Episode 90
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