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How the Church Can Rediscover Its Mission | Alex Kocman on Calling, Culture & Spiritual Integrity Nov 14, 2025

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Join host Rob Stoddard for an insightful conversation with Alex Kocman, Director of Communications for ABWE, speaker, author, and church leader.
In this episode, Alex shares his journey into missions, the heart behind his book Striving for the Faith, and why he believes many churches lose sight of the “why” behind their outreach efforts.
You’ll hear deep insights on:
✓ What truly motivates mission work
✓ How every believer can live with outward purpose
✓ The growing challenges facing mission agencies
✓ How spiritual formation and accountability strengthen long-term ministry
✓ Wise pastoral encouragement for leading churches toward global engagement
Alex also discusses cultural pressures that make spiritual integrity harder today — and how Christian communities can respond with clarity, hope, and accountability.
📘 Alex’s Book: Striving for the Faith
🔗 ABWE: https://www.abwe.org
🎧 The Missions Podcast: https://missionspodcast.com
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This conversation is an encouragement for pastors, church leaders, mission-minded Christians, and anyone wanting to live with greater purpose in their faith walk.
If you find this helpful, please like, comment, and share to support the mission of helping people live with integrity in a digital age.
#Missions #ChristianLeadership #ChurchLife #CovenantEyesPodcast #Discipleship #ChristianAccountability #ABWE #FaithInAction #SpiritualGrowth
Timestamped Chapters:
00:00 – Intro to the Covenant Eyes Podcast
00:32 – Welcoming guest Alex Kocman
00:57 – Alex’s personal journey into missions
01:47 – Serving in church ministry & ABWE
02:23 – Why communications matters in mission work
02:36 – Alex’s book Striving for the Faith
03:13 – Understanding your calling in ministry
03:36 – The church in Philippi as a model
04:29 – What it means to “strive together”
05:24 – Why churches forget the “why” behind missions
06:22 – The real motivation behind sending and going
07:02 – God’s glory as the center of mission
07:41 – Reaching newcomers and immigrants
08:07 – Mission opportunities created by global movement
09:15 – The Afghan Initiative story
10:55 – Why sending is still essential
11:36 – Challenges facing new mission candidates
12:17 – The spiritual battle facing future missionaries
13:56 – The call to spiritual purity and integrity
14:41 – Accountability and the role of the local church
17:05 – How mission agencies should evaluate readiness
18:39 – Encouragement for pastors
19:57 – Missions as an overflow of ministry
20:54 – How to find Alex’s resources
22:05 – Closing thoughts

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Healing After Betrayal: Jenny Solomon on Grace, Trust & Restoration Nov 12, 2025

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When trust is broken, can a marriage truly be restored?
In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Jenny Solomon, author of Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust, to share how faith, honesty, and grace brought new life to her marriage.
Jenny opens up about walking through pain, rebuilding trust, and finding peace through Christ-centered healing. Together, Karen and Jenny talk about:
✅ What emotional betrayal feels like for a spouse
✅ How the church can lovingly support struggling couples
✅ The role of lament and prayer in real recovery
✅ Setting healthy boundaries while extending grace
✅ Practical tools for growth, like the Victory App and Covenant Eyes accountability
If you or someone you love is walking through relational pain, this episode will offer biblical hope, wisdom, and encouragement for the journey toward restoration.
📘 Resources Mentioned:
• Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust – by Jenny Solomon
• Redeem Your Marriage: Hope for Husbands Seeking Renewal – by Curtis Solomon
• Free Victory App Course: Lament in Marriage by Jenny Solomon → https://victory.covenanteyes.com/learning/courses?categoryId=7
Learn more: https://www.covenanteyes.com

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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome & Introduction – Meet Jenny Solomon
00:52 Jenny’s Story: Marriage, Ministry, and Renewal
02:18 Writing Reclaim Your Marriage & Redeem Your Marriage
04:42 When Trust Is Broken in Marriage
06:27 The Church’s Role in Supporting Hurting Couples
08:42 Overcoming Isolation and Finding Hope
10:35 Why the Church Needs to Talk About Hidden Struggles
12:23 Balancing Grace with Healthy Boundaries
15:08 What Real Repentance Looks Like
17:40 Healing Takes Time – A Process of Grace
19:13 The Power of Accountability and Lament
22:09 When Your Spouse Isn’t Ready to Change
25:23 Finding Peace & Support Through the Victory App
27:31 Encouragement and Hope for Restoration
29:30 Closing Thoughts & Next Steps

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How to Raise Faith-Filled Kids in a Digital World | Theology of the Body, Parenting & Purity Nov 07, 2025

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Join Covenant Eyes podcast hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal for an inspiring conversation with Bobby and Jackie Angel — Catholic authors, speakers, and parents known for their work with Ascension Presents and Word on Fire.
In this heartfelt episode, Bobby and Jackie share their powerful stories of faith, marriage, and ministry — from meeting through the Theology of the Body Institute to navigating life as Catholic parents of five in today’s tech-driven world.
🔥 What You’ll Learn:
• How Bobby overcame p*** through accountability and grace
• The role of Covenant Eyes in building a culture of digital integrity
• Practical tips for parents raising children in an online age
• How to talk to your kids about human sexuality, identity, and faith without shame
• Why Theology of the Body changes everything about how we see love, the body, and God
• How to integrate faith into everyday life — from video games to relationships
Bobby and Jackie discuss their latest books, their passion for evangelization, and how Catholic families can thrive amid cultural chaos. Whether you’re a parent, youth minister, or seeking to live chastely and authentically online, this episode offers both practical advice and spiritual encouragement.
📖 Featured Guests
Bobby & Jackie Angel – Catholic authors, speakers, and parents; creators with Ascension Presents
🔗 https://jackieandbobby.com/
Jackie & Bobby YouTube
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@jackieandbobby
🎙️ Hosts
Karen Potter & Theo McManigal – Hosts of The Covenant Eyes Podcast
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@covenanteyes
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
01:00 – Bobby & Jackie’s faith journey
04:00 – Overcoming p*** through accountability
05:50 – The power of Theology of the Body
08:30 – Living an integrated Catholic life
10:00 – Seminary lessons that prepare for marriage
15:00 – Parenting in the digital world
18:30 – Talking to kids about sexuality and identity
23:00 – Guarding innocence without fear
31:00 – Evangelizing through media and marriage
37:00 – The meaning of love and responsibility
40:00 – Upcoming books and projects
43:00 – Final advice: “You can’t give what you don’t have.”
#CovenantEyes
#CovenantEyesPodcast
#DigitalIntegrity
#InternetAccountability
#ScreenAccountability
#FaithAndTechnology
#ChristianParenting
#RaisingFaithFilledKids
#CatholicParents
#FaithBasedParenting
#ProtectKidsOnline
#ParentingInADigitalWorld
#CatholicPodcast
#CatholicFaith
#TheologyOfTheBody
#CatholicMarriage
#CatholicFamily
#ChastityProject
#JohnPaulII
#AscensionPresents

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Matt Chandler on Finding Freedom When You Feel Stuck in Sin Nov 05, 2025

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Pastor Matt Chandler joins hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard for an honest and hope-filled conversation about what it means to walk in freedom, even when you’re battling the same sins again and again.
Matt shares wisdom from over 30 years in ministry about confession, community, and cultivating deep affection for Jesus — the keys to lasting transformation.
🎧 In this episode:
✅ What to do when you feel like you’ll never change
✅ The difference between stumbling and being stuck
✅ How confession and vulnerability bring real freedom
✅ Why our affection for Jesus drives out lesser loves
✅ How the Church can become a safe place for the broken
💬 “No one in the kingdom of God is meant to fight alone.” – Matt Chandler
👉 Subscribe to the Covenant Eyes Podcast for more weekly encouragement and biblical truth about faith, freedom, and hope.
Resources mentioned:
The Village Church:
https://www.thevillagechurch.net/

Matt Chandler’s “The Overcomers” Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9H34FLdLLQjI_qX8EeCjY1pIEQzyag9L

Covenant Eyes:
https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme

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Chapter List

00:00 – Welcome Back to the Covenant Eyes Podcast

00:21 – Meet Pastor Matt Chandler

02:23 – Why Do Christians Keep Struggling?

03:40 – Encouragement for the Long Struggle

04:35 – The Power of Growing Affection for Jesus

06:06 – Shame and Isolation in the Church

07:07 – Trials, Faith, and God’s Strength

08:05 – The “Grimy” Beauty of the Bible

09:37 – Grace for Those Who Feel Like Giving Up

10:12 – Confession: Moving Out of Darkness

11:20 – No One Fights Alone

12:16 – When the Church Gets It Wrong

13:09 – The Real Power of Confession

15:33 – When You Feel Alone in the Fight

16:27 – Re-Entering the Church Community

17:42 – Finding Safe People to Confess To

19:08 – What Pastors Can Do Better

20:12 – Why This Generation Faces New Challenges

21:28 – What Would Jesus Do Today?

22:44 – Creating a Church Where It’s Okay to Not Be Okay

23:47 – Building “Gospel Vulnerability” in Ministries

24:47 – Inside The Village Church’s Foxhole Model

27:12 – Where to Find More from Matt Chandler

28:50 – Hope for the Battle-Weary

30:03 – The Power of Greater Affections

31:04 – Final Blessing & Closing Thoughts

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Finding Hope & Why You Matter More Than You Think! Oct 31, 2025

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For decades, Dean Sikes has been sharing a radical message of hope: God loves you, has a plan for your life, and because you're breathing, you matter.
The conversation dives deep into the urgent teen mental health crisis. Dean shares shocking statistics—including that 22% of high schoolers have considered suicide—and discusses his mission to eradicate hopelessness and prevent teenage suicide.
Dean explains that a person who is "broken until healed becomes a broken adult". He shares insights from his new book, You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life, and how to:
1. Find a firm foundation of self-worth and confidence.
2. Break free from a spirit of hopelessness.
3. Connect with God's love and purpose, no matter your past.
This episode is a vital resource for parents, youth leaders, educators, and anyone who feels they are struggling or want to help a young person find their God-given value.
Need Help? If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US, or visit https://988lifeline.org.
Links & Resources:
Get Dean Sikes' Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life:
https://www.amazon.com/You-Matter-Finding-Meaning-Everyday/dp/1964508428
Learn More about Covenant Eyes:
https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Dean Sikes and the You Matter Ministry
01:44 - New Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life
02:36 - Why You Matter: The Answer to the Billion-Dollar Question
03:33 - The Connection Between Hopelessness and Suicide
04:29 - Troubling Teenage Suicide Statistics (22% have considered it)
05:34 - Is the Book Just for Teens? Broken Teens become Broken Adults 06:26 - Talking With Students, Not To Them

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Catholic Priest Exposes the Truth About P*rno*raphy | Faith, Freedom, and Healing Oct 29, 2025

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P*rn*graphy is destroying lives, families, and faith — but one Catholic priest isn’t afraid to confront it head-on.
In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis) joins Karen Potter and Theo McManigal to talk openly about the spiritual, emotional, and relational impact of p*rn*graphy—and the path to real freedom in Christ.
💬 What you’ll learn:
• Fr. Meyer’s personal story and journey to the priesthood
• The Catholic Church’s teaching on p*rnography and human dignity
• The role of confession, accountability, and grace in overcoming addiction
• How p*rnography affects youth, marriages, and family relationships
• Practical advice for parents to protect their homes
• Why priests must courageously preach on this issue
💡 Key takeaway:
You are not the sum of your sins—you are the sum of the Father’s love for you. God calls each of us to live in freedom, not shame.
🙏 Resources Mentioned:
Covenant Eyes Accountability Software: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme
Fr. Jonathan Meyer’s Parish: https://AllSaintsCatholic.net
YouTube Channel: All Saints – We Are One
🔔 Subscribe to The Covenant Eyes Podcast for more faith-based conversations about overcoming digital temptation and living a life of purity and purpose.
#Faith #CatholicChurch #PornographyAddiction #TheologyOfTheBody #Purity #Confession #Healing #FreedomInChrist #CovenantEyesPodcast
🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast
00:45 – Meet Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis)
02:00 – His journey to the priesthood
03:45 – Early exposure to p*rnography and personal struggle
05:20 – The devastating effects of *orn in confession and real life
07:20 – What the Catholic Church teaches about p*rnography
08:00 – The Theology of the Body and human dignity
10:10 – How p*rnography is reshaping today’s youth
13:20 – Intimacy, relationships, and the loss of real connection
14:30 – Breaking free from shame and guilt
17:00 – Living in freedom through grace
18:00 – Why accountability and community are vital
20:00 – How Fr. Meyer addresses p*rn in his parish
22:00 – The “Three B’s” to avoid: Bedroom, Bathroom, Basement
23:00 – Advice for parents raising children in a digital world
25:30 – A bold challenge to priests and Church leaders
27:00 – How to pray for Fr. Meyer and his ministry
28:30 – Final thoughts and how to connect

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How to Reach Kids for Jesus in a Digital World | Fred Pry of Child Evangelism Fellowship Oct 27, 2025

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How do we reach the next generation with the Gospel in an increasingly digital, distracted world?
In this inspiring episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Fred Pry, a leader from Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) — one of the largest and most effective global children’s ministries — to talk about how they are reaching children with the love of Jesus Christ in over 200 countries.
💬 What you’ll discover in this episode:
• How Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) has been transforming young lives for 88 years
• The global mission: Every child, every nation, every day
• Why digital outreach is vital to reaching today’s generation
• How CEF’s Good News Clubs and 5-Day Clubs disciple kids and their families
• The powerful impact of “children reaching children” evangelism
• How you can pray for and get involved in this mission
📖 Key takeaway:
The light of the Gospel shines brightest in the darkest places — and when children meet Jesus, entire families and communities are changed forever.
🌍 Learn more or get involved:
🔹 Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF)
https://www.cefonline.com/

🔹 Covenant Eyes Accountability Software
https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme

🙏 Support the mission:
Pray for CEF workers around the world as they courageously bring the hope of Christ to children—even in restricted nations where faith must be shared in secret.
🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast
00:25 – Meet Fred Pry and the mission of Child Evangelism Fellowship
01:50 – How CEF has been sharing the Gospel for 88 years
02:45 – What does evangelism look like for children today?
04:10 – Partnering with local churches to disciple kids
05:20 – Creative ways CEF makes Bible lessons come alive
06:20 – When one child’s faith transforms their entire family
07:40 – Why Gen Z is returning to faith
09:30 – Fred Pry’s personal faith journey and calling
11:00 – How culture and technology impact kids’ faith formation
12:20 – Bringing hope to children struggling with anxiety and hopelessness
13:30 – How adults can find purpose by serving children
15:00 – The eternal impact of children’s ministry
16:00 – Four ways to get involved: Know, Pray, Give, Go
18:30 – How technology and digital ministry are transforming outreach
20:00 – Unite TV, Unite Radio, and the CEF Kids App
21:00 – Global outreach: reaching kids in every nation
23:00 – How CEF serves children in underground churches and red zones
25:00 – Using LightStream devices to reach remote villages
27:00 – The future: Junior Youth Challenge and Children Reaching Children
30:00 – How CEF equips kids in apologetics and evangelism
32:00 – How to pray for CEF workers around the world
33:45 – Final thoughts and how to connect

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Beth Davis: Finding Freedom from Pornography and Shame | Arise for Women & Blessed Is She Oct 22, 2025

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💬 “There’s nothing wrong with you. Healing and freedom in Jesus are possible.”
In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Rob Stoddard and Heidi Cooper sit down with Beth Davis — Director of Formation at Blessed Is She — to talk about breaking free from p*rn*graphy, shame, and isolation.
Beth shares her personal story of encountering God’s mercy and the power of community through the *Arise for Women* program — a 21-day journey toward healing and freedom from p*rn*graphy.
💡 Topics in this episode:
0:00 – Introduction with Rob and Heidi
1:14 – Beth’s story: healing and deliverance through Christ
3:07 – What makes Arise for Women unique
5:13 – Women, shame, and the hidden struggle
10:25 – How churches can help women heal
15:20 – Mary and Elizabeth: biblical friendship and support
18:41 – Hope stories from Arise participants
20:03 – Beth’s prayer for 100,000 women to find freedom
22:17 – How to get involved with Arise and Blessed Is She
📘 Learn more:
👉 Arise for Women: https://cvnteyes.co/3ZvW65U
👉 Blessed Is She: https://www.blessedisshe.net
👉 Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme
🙌 If this conversation encouraged you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs hope.
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How Troomi Helps Christian Families Use Technology with Integrity Oct 17, 2025

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Learn how to protect your kids online and introduce technology the right way.
In this episode, Bill Brady, CEO of Troomi, joins the Covenant Eyes Podcast to discuss faith-based parenting in the digital age. Discover how Troomi phones keep children safe from pornography, predators, and social media — while empowering parents with visibility and control.
Bill also shares how his Christian faith influences Troomi’s mission, why the tech industry needs more accountability, and how parents can raise children with integrity in an AI-driven world.
👉 Topics Covered:
• Why Troomi was created
• Faith and technology in parenting
• Guardrails for family tech use
• The dangers of social media for kids
• AI and the future of child safety online
📱 Learn more at https://Troomi.com
💡 Visit https://CovenantEyes.com/Podcast
for more episodes.
Learn More About How Covenant Eyes Works:
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#ChristianParenting #CovenantEyes #Troomi #FaithAndTechnology #InternetSafety #DigitalParenting #BillBrady #ProtectKidsOnline #FamilyFaith #TechIntegrity
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Welcome & Introductions
01:00 - Meet Bill Brady and the Story Behind Troomi
03:15 - Helping Families Use Tech with Integrity
06:45 - Troomi’s Features: Safe Browsing, Filtering, and Trudy
10:00 - How the Trudy Chatbot Protects Kids
13:00 - The Role of Faith in Building Troomi
17:00 - Screen Time, Faith, and Emotional Health
19:45 - AI, Social Media, and the Next Generation
22:30 - How the Church Can Respond
23:50 - Learn More About Troomi
24:10 - Closing Thoughts & Next Episode

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👉 Hearing God’s Voice in a Noisy World | Rachael Groll on Faith, Healing & Discipleship Oct 15, 2025

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In this inspiring episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Rachael Groll, founder of She Hears Ministries and host of The She Hears Podcast. Rachael shares her journey from being a pastor and missionary to building a thriving online discipleship ministry that has reached over 6 million downloads.
They discuss:
• How to tell the difference between God’s voice, our own emotions, and the enemy’s lies
• The challenges women face today in hearing God amid the noise of technology and culture
• Overcoming shame, addiction, and struggles like pornography through biblical truth and accountability
• How moms can disciple their children and embrace their God-given ministry at home
• Rachael’s books, She Hears and her upcoming Bible studies for women
💡 “God’s voice will never contradict God’s Word.” – Rachael Groll
🔗 Connect with Rachael Groll
🌐 Website: SheHears.org
🎙️ Podcast: The She Hears Podcast
📚 Books: She Hears: Learning to Listen to Jesus
📲 Facebook Community: “She Hears” Group
🔗 Covenant Eyes Resources
Download the Victory App: https://cvnteyes.co/41YU8Od
Learn more about Accountability Software: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme
🕰️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
01:00 – Rachael’s Story: From Local Ministry to Global Impact
03:30 – How “She Hears” Began During the Pandemic
05:00 – Hearing God’s Voice vs. Cultural Noise
07:00 – Women’s Unique Spiritual Challenges
08:30 – Overcoming Brokenness, Divorce & Shame
10:30 – Global Missions & Common Struggles Among Women
12:00 – The Reality of Pornography Among Women
14:00 – Discipleship Through the She Hears Podcast
16:00 – Practical First Steps for Women in Struggle
18:00 – The Power of Accountability & Community
21:00 – Empowering Women Through Scripture
25:00 – Encouragement for Moms & Stay-at-Home Parents
27:00 – Rachael’s Final Encouragement: Know Him and Make Him Know
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