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Christopher West on Redeeming Human Sexuality through Theology of the Body Jul 16, 2025

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Join hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal in this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as they welcome renowned Catholic speaker and author Christopher West of the Theology of the Body Institute. In this inspiring conversation, Christopher unpacks the Theology of the Body, shares his personal story, and explores how Christian parents can raise their children with a biblical understanding of sexuality in today’s oversexualized culture.
🔥 Topics Covered:
✔️ Christopher's personal awakening and faith journey
✔️ The truth about Eros, Agape, and God's plan for love
✔️ Why sexuality is under spiritual attack
✔️ The difference between redemption from sexuality and of sexuality
✔️ Parenting advice on instilling biblical sexual ethics in children
✔️ How to combat pornographic culture with Gospel-centered truth
📖 Mentioned in this episode:
Theology of the Body Institute: https://www.theologyofthebody.com
Books by Christopher West
Saint John Paul II's teaching on human sexuality
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 | Intro – Welcome Back to the Covenant Eyes Podcast
00:24 | Guest Introduction: Christopher West’s Background
01:50 | Christopher’s Journey from Desire to Redemption
06:40 | What is the Theology of the Body?
10:15 | Eros vs. Porn: Reclaiming Sexual Desire
14:00 | The Wedding at Cana and the Symbolism of Wine
18:00 | Teaching Kids About Biblical Sexuality
21:00 | Gird Your Loins with Truth – Raising Resilient Children
25:00 | Satan’s Envy of the Human Body and Co-Creation
29:20 | Final Message of Hope & Redemption
30:45 | Closing Remarks & Resources

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He Rules the World: A Rock Opera Nativity Experience | Peter & Jennifer Emerson Jul 11, 2025

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In this special mini-episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Peter and Jennifer Emerson, the creative duo behind the faith-filled theatrical rock concert "He Rules the World."

🎸 Blending a rock concert experience with the true meaning of Christmas, this production delivers stunning visuals, guitar solos, and a full narration of the nativity story — all backed by a five-piece band, additional singers, and narration by actor Kevin Sorbo.

🎬 Hear the inspiring backstory of how this idea was born, what it’s like for a husband-wife team to build something this bold, and what their plans are for the future of the show.

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🌐 Website: https://herulestheworld.com
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📸 Instagram: @HeRulesTheWorld
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Finding Freedom from Porn Addiction: Kyle Enns' Powerful Testimony Jul 09, 2025

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In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, we welcome Kyle Enns, co-host of the Kingdom Sexuality Podcast. Kyle opens up about his early exposure to pornography, his struggles through addiction, and his journey toward freedom through faith, accountability, and counseling.
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🎙 Topics Covered:
🎯 Kyle's first exposure to porn at age 11
🎯 His battle with addiction into marriage
🎯 The turning point in 2021 with Covenant Eyes accountability reports
🎯 The role of the church in addressing sexual brokenness
🎯 Helping others through the Kingdom Sexuality ministry
🎯 The P.A.C.E. recovery model (Pray, Accountability, Confession, Eliminate access)
🎯 Advice for betrayed spouses and couples going through this together
💬 Quote: "God wants your freedom more than you want your freedom." – Kyle Enns
🔗 Connect with Kyle and the Kingdom Sexuality Team
👉 Website: https://kingdomsexualityministry.com
👉 Instagram: @kingdomsexuality
✅ Subscribe to The Covenant Eyes Podcast for real stories of redemption, healing, and hope.
#CovenantEyes #KyleEnns #PornAddictionRecovery #KingdomSexuality #ChristianMarriage #Accountability #FreedomFromPorn #christianpodcast
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction: Welcome Back to the Covenant Eyes Podcast
00:40 - Meet Kyle Enns: Co-Host of Kingdom Sexuality Podcast
01:01 - Kyle’s Story Begins: First Exposure to Pornography
02:08 - Addiction Roots: From Curiosity to Compulsion
03:09 - High School Years & Dating While Addicted
04:16 - Meeting His Wife & Premarital Preparation
05:03 - Finding Freedom Through the Freedom Session Program
05:49 - Marriage, Relapse & Recovery Turning Point (May 2021)
07:11 - Joining Kingdom Sexuality Ministry
08:11 - Early Exposure & Cultural Normalization of Porn
09:16 - Isolation, Shame & the Role of Covenant Eyes
10:30 - The P.A.C.E. Framework: Keys to Lasting Recovery
11:46 - Boundaries, Accountability & Eliminating Access
12:06 - Kyle’s Role in Kingdom Sexuality Ministry
13:21 - Tackling Taboo Topics as a Christian Ministry
14:17 - Debunking the Marriage Fix Myth
15:01 - Premarital Counseling & Expectations in Marriage
16:26 - What the Church Can Do Better
17:39 - Introducing "Starting Life Together" Resource for Churches
18:46 - Final Encouragement: There Is Hope for Freedom
20:32 - Supporting the Betrayed Spouse
21:14 - 3 People You Need for Recovery (Mentor, Professional, Friend)
21:41 - Kyle’s Wife’s Perspective & Podcast Episodes
22:18 - How to Connect with Kyle and the Kingdom Sexuality Team
23:02 - Outro: Like, Share & Subscribe

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Parenting with Purpose: Protecting Kids from Porn | Yamilexis & Jacob Pizarro (Part 2) Jul 01, 2025

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In Part 2 of our interview, we welcome back Yamilexis Fernandez and her husband, Jacob Pizarro—a youth pastor and Bible teacher—to explore how Christian families can protect the next generation from digital dangers like pornography and overexposure to technology.
Jacob shares a powerful analogy of Alaskan wolf hunters to help parents understand how early exposure to explicit content can be silently harmful. Together, he and Yamilexis offer real-life tools, biblical guidance, and practical parenting strategies to help kids build a foundation of purity, discipline, and faith.
🎯 Topics Covered:
✏️ The "Get There First" approach to youth discipleship
✏️ Raising kids with delayed gratification
✏️ How to talk to your children about sex, porn, and body image
✏️ Powerful parenting tools: Covenant Eyes, Love Always Ministries, and more
✏️ Behind the scenes on Yamilexis' upcoming book: “Worth the Wait”
🛠 Resources Mentioned:
Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme
Love Always Ministries: https://lovealwaysministries.com
Yamilexis’ Website: https://yamilexisfernandez.com
Follow Yamilexis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yamilexisfernandez
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Breaking Generational Curses: From Witchcraft & Abuse to Victory in Christ with Yamilexis Fernandez Jun 24, 2025

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Join Covenant Eyes host Karen Potter as she welcomes special guest Yamilexis Fernandez for a powerful "Voices of Victory" episode. Yamilexis shares her unbelievable story of overcoming a unique and challenging past, including breaking generational curses of witchcraft, abuse, and pornography addiction.
In this episode, Yami offers advice for those feeling desperate and alone, emphasizing the importance of continually showing up, forgiving yourself, and recognizing that God doesn't remember confessed sins. She beautifully unpacks the relationship between God's grace and accountability, explaining how grace super abounds beyond all sin, and how our love for God motivates obedience.
Yami also provides powerful insights for young women battling comparison and the negative impacts of social media. Drawing from Scripture, she highlights that comparison is rooted in a misunderstanding of God and self, and encourages listeners to focus on their own actions and identity in Christ. She also calls on older Christian women to be vulnerable and share their stories to minister to younger generations who are craving authentic connection.
This episode is a testament to God's transformative power, reminding us that even through the hardest trials, there is light, hope, and healing available.
Key Takeaways:
✏️ Yamilexis's journey through a challenging past involving witchcraft, abuse, and addiction
✏️ Understanding the mental prison of shame, fear, and guilt
✏️ The profound relationship between God's grace and accountability
✏️ Combating comparison and finding identity in Christ in the age of social media
✏️ The importance of vulnerability and intergenerational mentorship within the church

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About the Guest:
Yamilexis Fernandez is a powerful voice sharing her testimony of God's redemption. She ministers to young people, helping them navigate complex issues with a message of hope and healing.
Stay tuned for Part 2 with Yamilexis and her husband, Jacob!
#CovenantEyes #Podcast #VoicesOfVictory #YamilexisFernandez #GenerationalCurses #Witchcraft #AbuseRecovery #PornographyAddiction #ChristianTestimony #HealingJourney
If Yamilexis's story resonated with you, please like this video, subscribe to the Covenant Eyes channel, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message of hope."
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction to Yamilexis Fernandez
2:34 Exposure to Witchcraft & the Occult in Cuba
4:13 Struggling with Pornography Addiction & Dark Paths
6:47 Wrestling with God & the Lingering Effects of Trauma
7:34 Waiting in Purity & the "Test" of Our Stories
9:15 God's Faithfulness & Healing is Available
11:31 Advice for Feeling Desperate & Alone
14:57 God Forgets Sins After True Repentance
16:00 Walking in Freedom: Not Because We're Worthy
26:55 Combating Comparison as a Social Media Influencer
34:34 Vulnerability in the Church: Advice for Christian Women
39:42 The Paul, Barnabas, Timothy Discipleship Model
40:00 Coming Up: Part 2 with Jacob Pizarro

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How to Fight Porn & Walk in Purity | Pastor Garrett Kell on Freedom, Accountability & God's Grace Jun 18, 2025

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Welcome to the Covenant Eyes Podcast! In this powerful episode, Pastor Garrett Kell from Del Ray Baptist Church shares his deeply personal journey from rebellion to redemption—and how God's grace transformed his life. Pastor Kell offers heartfelt wisdom on breaking free from pornography, the role of accountability, and how the church can walk alongside those who are struggling with sexual sin.
📖 He also discusses themes from his books:
• Pure in Heart: Sexual Sin and the Promises of God
• How Do I Fight Sin and Temptation?
This episode is a must-watch for anyone wrestling with sin, supporting a spouse or loved one in addiction, or looking for real answers from a gospel-centered perspective.
🔔 Subscribe for more biblically grounded discussions on purity, discipleship, and online accountability.
💬 Topics Covered:
➡️ Garrett’s testimony & calling to ministry
➡️ Root causes of sexual sin and how the church can respond
➡️ The spiritual and practical dangers of internet isolation
➡️ How accountability partners (and tools like Covenant Eyes) foster freedom
➡️ Why Gen Z may lead a revival of biblical sexuality
➡️ Practical church leadership tips for discipling in a pornified culture
🕒 Chapters:
00:00 - Intro & Welcome
00:55 - Pastor Garrett’s Testimony
02:44 - Writing "Pure in Heart" for the Church
04:15 - Hope for Those Struggling with Porn
05:44 - How to Respond to Pain, Sin & Suffering
07:22 - Shame, Isolation & the Enemy’s Tactics
10:09 - The Internet’s Spiritual Dullness
12:27 - Accountability: From Isolation to Transformation
14:32 - Gen Z’s Return to the Church
17:25 - Discipleship Across Generations
20:01 - Biblical Sexuality & Church Readiness
25:00 - Addressing Porn in the Church Boldly
29:07 - Training Church Leaders to Respond
31:27 - Creating Clear Paths for Confession
32:40 - Closing Prayer & Encouragement
🔗 Helpful Resources:
Learn more about Covenant Eyes Accountability
https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme

Read Pure in Heart by Garrett Kell:
https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Heart-Sexual-Sin-Promises/dp/1433574896

Get the booklet How Do I Fight Sin and Temptation?
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Child Trafficking & P*rn: The Church’s Call to Action with Lynne Barletta Jun 13, 2025

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In this powerful Covenant Eyes Podcast episode from NRB 2025, co-hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Lynne Barletta, founder of Florida Faith Alliance.
Lynne shares her eye-opening journey into the world of anti-child trafficking advocacy, revealing how p*rn*graphy is at the root of exploitation — and what the Church can do to fight back.
🎨 As an artist, pastor, and national trainer, Lynne has worked directly with trafficked children, developed restoration programs, and trained law enforcement and faith leaders nationwide.
Her passion for equipping the Church to understand the spiritual and neurological impact of p*rn*graphy is both inspiring and urgent.
TOPICS COVERED:
💡 The link between p*rn*graphy and child trafficking
💡How online platforms and games like Roblox are exploited
💡What the Church must do to protect the next generation
💡Action steps for pastors, parents, and grandparents

“My people perish for lack of knowledge.” — Hosea 4:6
🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONS:
➡️ Florida Faith Alliance:
https://FloridaFaithAlliance.org

➡️ Get the FREE Covenant Eyes Victory App:
https://cvnteyes.co/41YU8Od

➡️ National Center for Missing & Exploited Children:
https://missingkids.org

➡️ CyberTipline:
1-888-670-4638 or call 911 to report suspected trafficking
🙌 Help spread the message. Like, share, and subscribe to join the fight against exploitation.
#FaithAgainstTrafficking #LynneBarletta #StopChildPorn #ChurchLeadership #ProtectChildren
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro: Covenant Eyes at NRB 2025
00:22 - Meet Lynne Barletta: Artist, Pastor, Advocate
01:00 - A Singapore Trip That Changed Everything
02:00 - Using Art to Heal Trafficked Children
03:00 - Birth of Florida Faith Alliance
03:50 - The Link Between Pornography & Trafficking
05:00 - Hidden Dangers in Gaming & Social Media
06:00 - Real-World Stories: Roblox Vault & Child Grooming
07:10 - Pornography’s Unregulated Global Reach
08:10 - Church Proclamations & Government Action
09:10 - Homeland Security Partnerships & Arrests
10:00 - What Pastors Must Do Now
11:00 - How to Get Involved with Faith Alliances
12:10 - Final Call to Action & Contact Info
13:10 - Closing Remarks & Resources

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Steve Pokorny’s Journey to Freedom & Healing Jun 11, 2025

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Join Karen Potter and Theo McManigal in this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as they sit down with Steve Pokorny, founder and CEO of Freedom Coaching. Steve shares his personal journey of healing from p*rn*graphy addiction, the trauma behind it, and how he turned his pain into purpose by building a global recovery ministry.
Discover the four-stage process of Freedom Coaching that leads individuals from compulsion to transformation by addressing wounds, identity, and vision. Learn how emotional healing, spiritual intimacy, and even nutrition and lifestyle play vital roles in breaking free from p*rn*graphy’s grip.
Whether you or someone you love struggles with p*rn*graphy, this episode offers practical tools, deep spiritual insight, and a message of hope.
🔗 Connect with Steve Pokorny & Freedom Coaching:
https://freedom-coaching.net
📥 Learn How Covenant Eyes Works:
https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme
🎧 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | https://podcast.covenanteyes.com

🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode to help others find freedom.
#PornAddictionRecovery #FreedomCoaching #CovenantEyesPodcast #StevePokorny
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
01:18 – Meet Steve Pokorny, Founder of Freedom Coaching
02:17 – Steve’s Personal Story: Trauma and Early Exposure
05:37 – The Turning Point: Encounter with God
07:00 – The Three Pillars of Healing
09:04 – What is Freedom Coaching?
10:52 – Breaking Free: Neuroscience and Identity
13:35 – Redeeming Vision: Seeing with New Eyes
15:47 – Why Recovery is a Journey, Not a Quick Fix
18:31 – Covenant Eyes as Guardrails, Not a Cure
20:23 – Incorporating Prayer, Confession & Sacraments
22:50 – Human Transformation: Heart, Health, Habits
26:04 – Wellness: Sugar, Sleep, Exercise & Music
30:32 – Hope, Holiness & The Call to Be Real
34:13 – Final Encouragement & How to Connect with Freedom Coaching
37:11 – Closing Thoughts & Call to Share

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How to Find Rest in Your Identity | Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Jun 06, 2025

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Join us for this special Covenant Eyes Podcast episode, recorded live at NRB in Nashville, as we welcome back renowned author and speaker Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith to discuss her powerful new book:
➡️ Being Fully Known: The Joyful Satisfaction of Beholding, Becoming, and Belonging.
🔊 In this conversation, Dr. Saundra unpacks:
☀️ How to rest in your God-given identity rather than performance
☀️ Her Abide Act Framework for balancing stillness with purposeful action
☀️ How past trauma can shape your sense of self—and how to overcome it
☀️ Why rest is more than sleep: introducing the 7 types of rest from her best-selling book Sacred Rest
☀️ How to embrace your calling and stop fearing failure
This episode is a must-watch for anyone feeling burned out, stuck in performance mode, or unsure of how to hear God's direction clearly. ✨
📚 Learn more and explore Dr. Saundra’s ministry:
🌐 Website: https://ichoosemybestlife.com
🎙️ Podcast: I Choose My Best Life
📖 Book available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and more
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#SacredRest #BeingFullyKnown #ChristianPodcast #DrSaundraDaltonSmith #CovenantEyes #FaithAndIdentity #NRB2025 #ChristianMentalHealth #RestInChrist #AbideActFramework #spiritualgrowth
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro from NRB Nashville
00:35 – Meet Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
01:00 – What “Being Fully Known” is all about
01:43 – The Abide Act Framework explained
02:52 – Why we struggle to be still
04:15 – Rest, failure, and obedience
05:37 – Discovering your identity through God’s presence
06:24 – Where to get the book and learn more

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Soul Care & Storytelling | Kerry Hasenbalg on Healing, Shame & Faith Jun 04, 2025

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In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter sits down with Kerry Hasenbalg—respected speaker, spiritual director, and author of The Way of Becoming—to explore how soul care, storytelling, and biblical discipleship can bring deep emotional and spiritual healing.
🎙️ From Capitol Hill to the National Day of Prayer, Kerry shares personal stories and ministry insights on how leaders and everyday Christians can break the cycle of fear and shame.
You’ll learn:
✏️ The difference between spiraling in fear vs. cycling in grace
✏️ How storytelling fosters healing and connection
✏️. Why vulnerability is the foundation for spiritual wholeness
✏️. Tools for helping yourself and others get "unstuck" spiritually
✏️. How The Way of Becoming equips families, leaders, and churches
📘 Get the Book: The Way of Becoming by Kerry Hasenbalg
https://cvnteyes.co/4dA2jnQ
📥 Free Chapter Download (“Stand”):
https://KerryHasenbalg.com/stand
🔗 Visit the Becoming Foundation & Academy: https://KerryHasenbalg.com
💬 “If you’re alive, you can come back from anything—because Jesus offers joy and peace in your brokenness.” – Kerry Hasenbalg
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#CovenantEyesPodcast #SoulCare #ChristianHealing #KerryHasenbalg #WayOfBecoming #SpiritualHealing #OvercomingShame #FaithStories #ChristianLeaders #EmotionalHealing #BiblicalCounseling #Discipleship #HealingFromPorn #NationalDayOfPrayer #ChristianPodcast

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