Sex, Shame, and The Hope of Redemption with Zach Ellis
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinShow Notes
Therapist and ministry leader Zach Ellis spends his days walking with men tangled up in porn, shame, and unwanted sexual behavior. In this episode, Zach and Rebecca talk about lust as both sin and sign, how trauma fractures us, and why the opposite of addiction isn’t willpower but connection—being truly known by God and his people. If you’ve ever wondered whether your sexual history puts you beyond repair, this episode is a gentle but honest invitation to bring your story into the light of Christ.
Follow Zach: Mosaic Counseling Center - Boston Area Christian counseling for problematic sexual behavior
The Nathan Project - New England region ministry offering group-based recovery from sexual addiction and betrayal trauma
Pure Desire Ministries- National ministry offering in-person and online recovery groups, podcast and more
423 Next - National ministry offering online support groups for youth struggling with problematic sexual behavior
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