Becoming Whole
Relationships and sexuality are areas of life that can be beautiful or confusing, life-giving, or painful. Becoming Whole is a conversational podcast for men, women, and families seeking to draw nearer to Jesus as they navigate topics like sexual integrity, relational healing, spiritual health, and so much more.
Episodes
316 episodes
Jesus Sees Beneath Sexy. You Can Too
What if the real issue with pornography isn't that it shows too much, but that it reveals too little?Through the lens of Jesus' transformative encounters with Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman, we'll uncover how He calls us to step out of d...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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21:31
Revisiting: "Is it okay to fantasize about your spouse"
In a replay of a popular episode, Josh and James addresses a listener's question about fantasizing about one's spouse during masturbation. While scripture does not provide a clear directive on masturbation, it suggests that acts disconnected fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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19:48
Giving Your Body to God
What if sexual integrity wasn't an impossible goal but an ongoing journey of alignment with God's will? Join us as Josh Glaser, executive director at Regeneration, guides us through the transformative power of surrender in the face of temptatio...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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17:04
Embracing Joy and Connection: The Path to Wholeness
Have you ever wondered how to balance effort and grace in your spiritual recovery journey? In this episode, James Craig and Kyle Bowman unpack the concept of "doing versus receiving" as they dive into the heart of spiritual healing from unwante...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:29
Meeting Jesus in our wounds
Healing from shame and trauma begins with being seen and known in a safe environment. We discuss the courage it takes to share our wounds, even when it feels uncomfortable and fearful. By drawing parallels to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, we hi...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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36:20
Connecting Your Struggle to Your Story and Your Story to Jesus
Could it be that the path to true healing lies not in struggle but in embracing beauty and rest? Join us as we challenge the conventional wisdom of hard work in the healing process with our special guest, Andrea Smithberger. Andrea takes us thr...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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29:24
Unpacking the Unique Approach of Curiosity
In this episode, James Craig, Spiritual Coach at REGEN, welcomes Aaron Tagert, Spiritual Coach and leader of the upcoming Awaken retreat, to discuss overcoming unwanted sexual behavior. They delve into the importance of facing deep-rooted traum...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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36:26
Holiness or Love - What's More Important to God?
Can God's love and holiness coexist harmoniously? Join us as we dispel the myth of a dichotomous "God of the Old Testament" versus "God of the New Testament," emphasizing the unified and consistent nature of God throughout the Bible. We break d...
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15:28
Revisiting using your imagination for fantasy or faith
What if your imagination could be the key to a deeper spiritual connection with God? This week, we explore how imagination can shape our faith, starting with the biblical story of Eve's temptation in Genesis 3. We dissect how deceptive imaginat...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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25:12
Revisiting the why behind the what
Curious about what really drives unwanted sexual behaviors? Join us as we uncover the deeper motivations behind these actions with insights from Josh Glaser. By exploring symbolic archetypes and understanding how these reflect God's attributes,...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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23:09
Streams of Healing
What happens when you confront a decade-long struggle with pornography and turn it into a pathway for transformation? Join us as James Craig, spiritual coach and member of our team, courageously shares his journey to healing.This episod...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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48:49
Pride, Identity, and the Higher Call
How do you navigate the complex terrain of identity and labels within the Christian community, especially during Pride Month? This episode is an insightful exploration of the debate between using terms like "same-sex attracted" and "gay C...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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25:12
Go toward the Miracle
As we gather to honor a significant landmark, our 300th episode, I'm filled with gratitude for you, our loyal listeners, whose footsteps have journeyed alongside mine in this quest of faith and healing. Today's episode centers on t...
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Season 1
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Episode 300
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13:57
When Do I Disclose My Struggles to Someone I'm Dating
Have you ever felt like your past is a maze that complicates your journey toward love?We understand that sharing the deepest corners of your heart, marked by trauma and past missteps, can be a treacherous path to tread in the world of d...
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Season 1
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Episode 299
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14:43
Holding onto Hope into the Journey
In this episode of Becoming Whole Audio, host Josh Glaser discusses the importance of holding onto hope in the journey toward sexual integrity. He explores the questions of whether our hopes will be realized and if the journey will be worth it....
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Episode 298
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16:46
This Is Actually Pointing to That
Embark on a profound journey with us to understand how our deepest physical desires mirror an intrinsic longing for spiritual union. Our latest conversation unravels the mystery behind our sexuality, guiding you to discover how the yearning for...
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Episode 297
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13:59
When You're Afraid To Tell Your Wife the Truth, Part 3 - Healthy Check-Ins
Embark with us on an intimate expedition into the dynamics of healing after the storm of sexual addiction and betrayal trauma. As we unravel the threads of recovery dialogue between partners, we'll equip you with the strategies for conducting m...
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Episode 296
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17:54
When You're Afraid to Tell Your Wife the Whole Truth, Part 2 - Her Trauma
In the previous episode, we delved into the delicate topic of how to address disclosing sexual sins to your spouse when fear and relational brokenness come into play. We discussed the importance of working through your own fears and the i...
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Episode 295
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12:18
When You're Afraid to Tell Your Spouse the Whole Truth, Part 1 - Your Fear
Welcome to Becoming Whole Audio, where we provide insight and guidance on sexual integrity and wholeness. In this episode, host Josh Glaser delves into the delicate topic of disclosing unwanted sexual behavior to a spouse. He...
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Episode 294
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14:11
Sexual Integrity and Healing
Growing up in the shadow of my parents' divorce, I found myself seeking validation in all the wrong places. As we unravel the threads of childhood wounds and their influence on adult behaviors, particularly sexual integrity, this episode is a c...
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Episode 293
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14:19
Your Sexuality is meant to be a Gift
Could the path to true sexual integrity be less about prohibition and more about understanding our design as beings created to give? Join us as we unravel a fresh perspective on sexual purity—one that aligns with our innermost natu...
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Season 1
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Episode 292
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15:36
We Need Apocalypse
In this episode Josh delves into the concept of apocalypse, not as the end of the world, but as a revelation and unveiling of deeper truths. Relating the concept to ancient literary genres and pop culture references, Josh explores the idea that...
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Season 1
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Episode 291
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14:01
Letting Jesus Touch Your Shame
Do you ever feel that parts of your life are too dirty or shameful to reveal? If we are honest there are challenging aspects of our sexual stories that we often prefer to keep in the shadows. We all carry struggles and pains, but what ...
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Season 1
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Episode 290
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14:09
You will be hungry
Does becoming a Christian mean you've unlocked the key to full satisfaction in life? Let's explore that myth together. Our longing for God is infinite, and we won't find full satisfaction in this fallen world until we meet Je...
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Season 1
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Episode 289
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10:28
Your Journey to Integrity Will Hurt
Are you tired of the chains of sexual sin and yearning for wholeness? It’s time to step off the beaten path and confront the pain and suffering that often accompany the pursuit of sexual integrity. Drawing inspiration from the teac...
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Season 1
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Episode 288
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14:41