Today’s discussion is Sex, Love, and Pornography Ole Rucker is joined by The Reverend, Tony, Pat and RedBeard. They discuss the impact of sex, love, and pornography in modern society. The hosts acknowledge the sensitive nature of the topic and highlight the prevalence of sex-related content in Hollywood, advertising, and digital platforms. They explore how societal norms have shifted over time, making discussions about sex more mainstream while issues like death have become taboo. Reverend emphasizes that sex is a gift from God but has been distorted by cultural influences, leading to unrealistic expectations and addiction. The episode touches on the psychological and spiritual consequences of pornography addiction, highlighting its effects on relationships and personal well-being.

The conversation expands to the intersection of addiction recovery and sexual behavior, discussing how individuals recovering from substance abuse often struggle with newfound compulsions, including sex addiction. The hosts stress the importance of accountability, open dialogue, and community support in overcoming destructive habits. They acknowledge that pornography addiction operates on the same neural pathways as hard drugs, making it difficult to overcome without external support. Human trafficking is also addressed as a significant issue tied to the pornography industry, underscoring the need for awareness and intervention. To support listeners, the episode concludes with recommendations for resources like Covenant Eyes, a program designed to promote accountability in online behavior. The hosts encourage listeners to seek help, share their struggles, and engage with a supportive community rather than battling these challenges alone.

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Thought to Consider . . .

Sobriety is a journey, not a destination.
Swallowing your pride will not get you drunk.

Neighbors

Near you, alcoholics are dying helplessly like people in a sinking ship. If you live in a large place, there are hundreds. High and low, rich and poor, these are future fellows of Alcoholics Anonymous. Among them you will make lifelong friends. You will be bound to them with new and wonderful ties, for you will escape disaster together and you will commence shoulder to shoulder your common journey. Then you will know what it means to give of yourself that others may survive and rediscover life. You will learn the full meaning of “Love Thy neighbor as thyself.”

Foundation

There is a direct linkage among self-examination, meditation, and prayer. Taken separately, these practices can bring much relief and benefit. But when they are logically related and interwoven, the result is an unshakable foundation for life.

3rd Step Prayer:

“God, I offer myself to Thee to build with me and to do with me as Thou wilt. Relieve me of the bondage of self, that I may better do Thy will. Take away my difficulties, that victory over them may bear witness to those I would help of Thy Power, Thy Love, and Thy Way of life. May I do Thy will always!”

One of the most important parts of the A.A. program is to give our drink problem to God honestly and fully and never to reach out and take the problem back to ourselves. If we let God have it and keep it for good and then cooperate with Him, we’ll stay sober.

Motives

“Suppose we fall short of the chosen ideal and stumble? Does this mean we are going to get drunk? Some people tell us so. But this is only a half-truth. It depends on us and our motives. If we are sorry for what we have done and have the honest desire to let God take us to better things, we believe we will be forgiven and will have learned our lesson. If we are not sorry, and our conduct continues to harm others, we are quite sure to drink.”

Having surrendered our lives to God and put our drink problem in His hands doesn’t mean that we’ll never be tempted to drink. So, we must build up strength for the time when temptation will come. In this quiet time, we read and pray and get our minds in the right mood for the day. Starting the day right is a great help in keeping sober. As the days go by and we get used to the sober life, it gets easier and easier. We begin to develop a deep gratitude to God for saving us from that old life. And we begin to enjoy peace and serenity and quiet happiness.

Dianne