In a world obsessed with sharing every detail of life, there’s one thing that few people ever share: problems in their marriages. Real problems: adultery, pornography, prostitution, and the dysfunction that comes from hiding trauma and wounds of the past. Join Phil and Priscilla as they transparently share how God rescued their marriage, and how He can rescue yours too! For more information about Savage Marriage, visit www.savagemarriageministries.com
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Whatever It Takes Ministries Radio Podcast is dedicated to helping couples and individuals do Whatever it Takes to succeed in marriage and in life.
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June 2024 - Phil & Priscilla Fretwell - Purity and Sexual Integrity
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Tom Heffern teaching IronMen connect | 6/21/24 Dig deep, what are your worst prejudices? How has that affected a relationship or a situation where you realized you were wrong? Have you ever felt like someone or some group was prejudice against you? How did you react? Were you able to disarm or dismantle the situation? When we realize our own prejud…
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Chad Prilliman teaching IronMen Connect | 6/14/24 Give an example of sincerity in your life. How might someone cultivate sincerity in their own life? How can we recognize/hold accountable our sincerity/motives in how we encounter others?
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Jason Walker teaching IronMen Connect | 6/7/24 1. How can Nathanael’s love for the Scriptures inspire us in our daily Bible reading and study? 2. Share a time when reading the Bible provided clarity or comfort during a difficult situation. How can we make our study more intentional and less routine? • What practical steps can we take to encourage a…
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Episode #43: "Chapter 12, Radical Courage and Vulnerability" (The Last Chapter!)
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After experiencing God's healing in our marriage, we wanted to share with others what He had done for us. It gave purpose to our pain, and every opportunity we had to share reminded us of what God had done. But this meant that we had to sometimes share very personal details of our journey. As we did this, we gave other couples "permission" to trans…
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May 2024 - Kent Sterchi - Marriage and Family
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IronMen of God - May 2024 Coffee Speaker: Kent Sterchi Topic: Marriage and Family
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Episode #42: Chapter 11, "Discovering True Sexual Intimacy"
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After going through the pain of betrayal, many couples struggle with whether, when and how to reengage again sexually. In fact, some studies suggest that 20-30% of all couples live in a sexless marriage. Is it really possible to create new feelings of sexual desire and intimacy after suffering the pain of betrayal? Or to create sexual intimacy that…
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Rodney Green teaching IronMen Connect | 5/17/24 1. Can you put aside your practical mind and lay hold of the supernatural potential of faith? If yes how, if no Why not? 2. How are you similar or different from Phillip? How do those attributes impact your faith?
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Eric Menegat teaching IronMen Connect | May 10, 2024 1. Think of a time you have allowed doubt to weaken your faith? 2. Have you ever felt the Holy Spirit move you? 3. What area of your life do you need to strengthen your faith?
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Episode #41: How Forgiveness led to Becoming Battle Partners: Rey and Jane's Resurrection Story (Part 2)
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In Part 1 of Rey and Jane's story, Jane described how she forgave Rey for a 10-year relationship he had with her sister. Rey described how it was so hard for him to accept Jane's forgiveness, believing that forgiveness was only for people who were better than him. Today, you're going to hear how this path of mercy, grace and forgiveness took them t…
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Episode #40: When Forgiveness Looks Impossible: Rey and Jane's Journey of Healing (Part 1)
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We first heard Rey and Jane Alvarenga's story 7 years ago, and it was instrumental in helping us believe that God could rescue our marriage, no matter how big the pit was that we had dug. Today, we're so pleased to introduce Rey and Jane to you. We've served with them for the past five years at weekend intensives with Whatever it Takes Ministries, …
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April 2024 - Kenny Ortiz - Spiritual Growth and Discipleship
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IronMen of God - April 2024 Coffee Speaker: Kenny Ortiz Topic: Spiritual Growth and Discipleship
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When you hear the word "temptation", what feelings do you have? Sin? Failure? Frustration? All these feelings are normal, because few people know how to escape from temptation. Join us for this podcast, where we share with you the game changers in our marriage that have allowed us to understand that temptation is a testing, but doesn't need to nece…
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Sonny Zentmeyer teaching IronMen Connect | 4/12/24 1. In what way like John, do you think God may want to change your heart? 2. What ripple effect could this have in your marriage, your home, your workplace? 3. What needs to happen in order for you to introduce the power and intimacy of praying together with your bride?…
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Austin Arthur teaching IronMen Connect | 4/5/24 1. There is a biblical difference between modesty and confidence. Do you struggle with one or the other? Reflect on this question and discuss among the table. 2. Jesus said that he who seeks to be first, will be last in the Kingdom of God. He taught that we must be servant leaders who decide to sit at…
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Episode #38: Chapter 10, "Embracing our Emotions"
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After going through the pain of betrayal, many couples settle for just getting back to a functional marriage, but not one that's emotionally intimate. Is it really possible to recover feelings of emotional connection? Or to create emotional intimacy that never existed before? Join us as we read Chapter 10 of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage,…
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March 2024 - Dan Holland - Leadership and Servanthood
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Ken Sandon teaching IronMen Connect | 3/15/24 1. Tell of a time when after doing a Good Deed for someone, you had the opportunity to do the Good Work of sharing Christ with them! 2. How does a Good Deed open the door for the Good Work? 3. The Gospel is a Spoken Message. How did Andrew use miracles to get the message across? How do we use Good Deeds…
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Steve McIntosh teaching IronMen Connect | 3/8/24 1. What do you believe is your God-given passion, and purpose in life? 2. If you knew you couldn't fail and would have the necessary resources, what would you do? Be specific. 3. What is your most meaningful and positive life experience, and why does it mean so much to you?…
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Dave Collins teaching IronMen Connect | 3/1/2024 1. James was one of the “sons of thunder“, known for his overzealous passion. Give an example of when you expressed a similar behavior, well intended, but in the flesh, not Spirit led. 2. The apostles spiritually matured over time through the refining fire of the Holy Spirit. Give an example of how y…
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We'd always believed that emotional and sexual intimacy were the keys to a great marriage. But when our marriage broke down after 28 years, we wondered what happened. Was it possible that there was more to marriage than emotional and sexual intimacy, and we had missed it all these years? Join us as we read Chapter 9 of our award-winning book, Savag…
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February 2024 - "Cowboy" Don McIntyre - The Image of God and Manhood
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Guy Nichols teaching IronMen Connect | 2/16/24 1) How do you describe in your own words what commitment, love, and sacrifice mean to you? 2) How do you exhibit these three virtues in your daily life? 3) What is the secret for accomplishing these three virtues in our lives?
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Episode #36: Do You Ever Feel Like You're Just Roommates? Three Things that Transformed our Marriage (and They'll Transform Yours Too!)
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We had a lot of ground together after Phil "came clean" seven years ago. Our 28 year marriage was functional, but we still felt like roommates, always wanting more, but settling for less. And we thought everyone else was in the same boat. But seven years ago, we discovered three things that have made all the difference, and we believe these three t…
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February 9, 2024 Connect - Chris Severance
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Chris Severance teaching IronMen Connect | 2/9/24 1) Are you willing to be used of God for his purposes in 2024? And how are you answering God's call of YOU to meet the needs of the 21st Century culture of today? 2) Honestly, are you actively participating in the reaching and studies set forth for IronMen of God for 2024? 3) Do you have obstacles i…
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Don Stanton teaching IronMen Connect | 2/2/24 1. How do you speak up about faith even when it is uncomfortable or seems silly? 2. How do you teach others about JESUS CHRIST? 3. How do you show Humility?
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Episode #35: Chapter 8, "Unseen Forces in Our Minds"
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Have you ever struggled with intruding thoughts that seen to take you hostage, dictating how you will think, feel and act? Well, we sure did! Join us as we read Chapter 8 of our award winning book, Savage Marriage, Triumph over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction. You'll see that not every thought in your mind is yours! We encourage you to share this pod…
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January 2024 - Rick Bohner - Introduction to Biblical Manhood
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Episode #34: "And then She Threw Your Book Across the Room."
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We receive lots of feedback on our book, Savage Marriage: Triumph over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, and sometimes there are some strong emotional responses, like when someone says their spouse threw our book across the room or out the window. So, what do we say when we hear reactions like this? We say, Hallelujah! At least what's been on the insi…
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Peter Weed teaching IronMen Connect | 1/19/24 When have you sensed God asking you to step out of your comfort zone and take action in some situation? How did you respond to that call and what were the results when you either did or didn’t take action? In a world where it seems most people are reluctant to share their faith with a stranger, what act…
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Jim Taylor teaching IronMen Connect | 1/12/24 1. Character is an important element as a follower of Christ. Share a time or a way you had to protect and preserve your character. 2. We read from Matthew 16 where Jesus asked the disciples, “Who do you say I am?”. If Jesus were to ask you this question today, how would you answer? 3. Have you ever rea…
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David Hull teaching IronMen Connect | 1/5/24 1) Describe your first encounter or the time when you accepted Jesus as Lord. What changed in your life? 2) Share any life experiences (successes, failures, restoration) that have helped or are helping shape you as a better disciple/leader for Christ. 3) What does it mean to “Follow Jesus” and be a “fish…
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Episode #33: Chapter 7, "Freedom from Shame"
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We're releasing the audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage: Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 7, "Freedom from Shame," …
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December 2023 - Obie Diaz & David Hill - Gratitude
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IronMen of God - December 2023 Coffee Speaker: Obie Diaz & David Hill Topic: Gratitude
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Episode #32: Chapter 6, "Confessing Secret Sins"
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We're releasing the audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage: Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 6, "Confessing Secret Sin…
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Dax Pearson teaching IronMen Connect | 12/8/23 1. How does God talk to you?... AND are you intentionally spending time there listening? 2. What do you see God pointing you toward as your life’s purpose?... AND are you intentionally obeying? 3. Are you actively pursuing what God has pointed you toward… AND if so how… OR why not?…
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Shane Swan teaching IronMen Connect | 12/1/23 Have you had a road to Damascus moment in your life? If not, did you have an experience when you knew you were in the presence of God? Is a crisis necessary to make a full surrender to God? How has your life, relationships, work or anything else changed since you began following Christ?…
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Episode #31: Chapter 5, "Releasing the Power of Humility"
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We're releasing the audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage: Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 5, Phil describes how he …
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Christmas, Why It's Not The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
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Christmas has the reputation of being the most wonderful time of the year. But is it? In this episode Paul and Niki talk about why Christmas is their favorite time of year while exploring why many may not feel that way. Unfortunately, Christmas can be a time of loneliness and great heartache. With so much about Christmas seeming superficial, what c…
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Episode #30: Let's Talk About Masturbation
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While talking about porn has become mainstream in many churches, using the "M" word - masturbation - hasn't. Even mentioning it seems to evoke feelings of shame, with many people choosing less offensive words, like "solo sex" or "self-pleasuring". But masturbation has real effects on our body, soul, and spirit, and realizing freedom from the associ…
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November 2023 - Austin Arthur - Paul: How God Empowers Men to Fully Follow Christ
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IronMen of God - November 2023 Coffee Speaker: Austin Arthur Topic: Paul: How God Empowers Men to Fully Follow Christ
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Episode #29: Chapter 4, Unlocking the Door to Forgiveness (Audio Book)
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We're releasing the audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage: Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 4, Priscilla describes ho…
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Dave Ogden teaching IronMen Connect | 11/10/23 Deconstruction and Reconstruction: How has a challenging experience in your life acted as a deconstruction phase, breaking down old habits, attitudes, or perspectives? How did this lead to personal growth? Molding through Adversity: Can you recall a particularly challenging situation that tested your m…
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Episode #28: Chapter 3, Savage Marriage: "Secrets Shatter our Marriage" (Audio Book)
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We're releasing the audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage: Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 3, Phil and Priscilla des…
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Episode #27: Why "Date Night" and the "30-day Sex Challenge" Won't Work
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"Date Night" has become almost a required step for every couple to have a successful marriage, promising emotional bliss for couples who'll stay committed to one night a week alone. And when date night doesn't work, some couples throw in more sex, following programs like the "30-day Sex Challenge". Yet, we meet many couples whose marriages are stru…
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October 2023 - Michael Molthan - Peter: How God Equips Men to Reach Other Men
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Episode #26: Savage Marriage, Chapter 2: What's Been Planted Grows (audio book)
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We're releasing our audio version of our award-winning book, Savage Marriage Triumph Over Betrayal and Sexual Addiction, chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! In Chapter 2, Phil and Priscilla desc…
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Mike Winslow teaching IronMen Connect | 10/20/23 How do you intentionally stay connected with friends? How have you been a faithful friend to someone beyond your family? Describe a time you had a friend walk you through a dark time where you were struggling, or you walked a friend through a struggle
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Episode #25: Savage Marriage, Chapter 1: Two Crooked Sticks (Audio Book)
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We're releasing our audio book chapter by chapter, every few weeks on this podcast! If you're someone who'd rather listen to the story than read it (complete with all our emotions on full display), this podcast is for you! Share it with a friend, and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. You'll be glad you did! And if you don't want to wait for a…
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October 13, 2023 Connect - Keith Greiveldinger
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Keith Greiveldinger teaching IronMen Connect | 10/13/23 1.) Have you ever gone through a period of suffering and been surprised and frustrated and after did you look back on it with gratitude for this suffering? 2.) Do you ever feel like you are running in the wrong race or do you feel confident you are running the right race with God? 3.) Do you b…
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