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Beauty in the Brokenness- Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Sexuality, Freedom from Shame)Finding Freedom from Sexual Addiction with Nick StumboNick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, joins us today for an honest, hope-filled conversation about sexual addiction. We talk about what drives it, why confession alone rarely leads to freedom, and how healing happens in the context of relationship. Nick shares his own story of pornography addiction, the breaking point in his marriage, and how treating the symptom instead of the wound kept him stuck for a decade. A must-listen for anyone who feels trapped, or loves someone who does.Click here for show notesWatch this episode on YouTubeSign u...
2026-06-0949 min
The Walk Worthy PodcastNick Stumbo: Healing, Confession & Digital Infidelity, Ep. 4475% of Christian men and 40% of Christian women view pornography. 67% of pastors carry a personal history with it. So why does the Church still feel like the least safe place to confess? Joshua Broome sits down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries and author of Setting Us Free and Safe. A third-generation pastor whose own marriage was on the brink, Nick unpacks what holistic healing looks like, how churches become safe spaces for confession, and the real impact of digital infidelity and betrayal trauma on a spouse. If willpower alone hasn’t worked, you need this conversation....
2026-06-0849 min
The Collegiate Church PodcastEpisode 24: Sexual Integrity, Gospel Hope, and the Next Generation (w/ Nick Stumbo)In this episode, we sit down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, for a candid and hope-filled conversation about sexual brokenness, shame, healing, and discipleship on the college campus.Nick shares his own story of struggling with pornography as a pastor, the pain it brought into his marriage, and the freedom he and his wife began to experience through counseling, honesty, community, and the deeper work of understanding what was beneath the behavior.Together, we explore why sexual formation matters for college students, how digital culture, pornography, AI, and hookup culture are...
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Calvary Chapel South MessagesJohn 5:1-14 | The Power of a Question - Guest Speaker Nick StumboGuest speaker Nick Stumbo, executive director of Pure Desire Ministries, teaches from John 5:1–14, the account of Jesus healing the man at the pool of Bethesda, and centers on the question Jesus asks, “Do you want to get well?” Nick explains how Jesus’ question reaches beyond physical healing to a deeper invitation to become whole and to live in a new way. Drawing from his own testimony, he describes the reality of hidden struggles with sexual brokenness and the limits of seeking quick fixes without lasting change. The message highlights the importance of surrendering to God’s work over time, moving toward hon...
2026-05-0300 min
Hey Tabi!Why Confession Isn't Enough: Real Recovery from Sex AddictionConfession feels like the goal—but what if it's actually the starting point? In this episode, trauma therapist Tabitha Westbrook sits down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, to talk about what genuine recovery from sexual addiction looks like in the church. Nick shares his own story of pornography addiction, staggered disclosure, and the turning point that changed everything. They also discuss betrayal trauma, purity culture's failures, why women's sexual struggles are more common than we think, and why deep community—not white-knuckle willpower—is what actually brings lasting change.Resources Mention...
2026-03-0956 min
Axis ConversationsPure Desire's Nick Stumbo on Healing Your Sexual StoryNick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire, an organization that exists to provide hope, freedom, and healing from compulsive sexual behavior and betrayal trauma through Jesus Christ. Their work at Pure Desire is clinically informed and biblically based. As a third-generation pastor, Nick Stumbo started his ministry career at the East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington, where he observed the fallout of sexual brokenness and devastation in the lives of men and women in the church. Confronted with his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and...
2026-02-0349 minAxis ConversationsPure Desire's Nick Stumbo on Healing Your Sexual StoryNick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire, an organization that exists to provide hope, freedom, and healing from compulsive sexual behavior and betrayal trauma through Jesus Christ. Their work at Pure Desire is clinically informed and biblically based. As a third-generation pastor, Nick Stumbo started his ministry career at the East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington, where he observed the fallout of sexual brokenness and devastation in the lives of men and women in the church. Confronted with his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and...
2026-02-0349 min
Pirate Monk Podcast496 | Better Statistics from Pure Desire | Nick Stumbo
On the episode this week: Nate is reeling and Aaron is back from DFW and thinking about carrying a bat. Aaron also uses his sports expertise to make comparisons between t-ball and recovery discipline. Nate talks about upcoming video podcasts. Nate and Aaron talk to Nick Stumbo. Nick shares Pure Desire’s ongoing move from Oregon to Nashville, paving the way for In-N-Out Burger to move to Nashville too. JK, these moves aren’t really connected, but both are in process. Nick discusses the updated statistics from a partnered study with Barna Group called Beyond The Porn Phenomenon. Some stats are...
2026-01-1546 min
Love & Truth Network - Audio Edition133: Far Too Many Pastors Struggle With Porn | Nick Stumbo & Garry IngrahamNick Stumbo grew up in a loving Christian home, but behind closed doors, he battled a secret addiction to pornography. The struggle followed him into Bible college and marriage, casting a long shadow over his life for many years. However, through surrender, honesty, and faith, Nick found freedom and now leads a ministry helping others break free from this same battle. He and Garry delve into his story, and explore how many pastors desperately need help in dealing with this issue too. Don’t miss this honest, hope-filled episode and discover the numerous resources that exist for finding support an...
2025-11-121h 08
Love & Truth Network - Audio Edition133: Far Too Many Pastors Struggle With Porn | Nick Stumbo & Garry IngrahamNick Stumbo grew up in a loving Christian home, but behind closed doors, he battled a secret addiction to pornography. The struggle followed him into Bible college and marriage.
2025-10-141h 08
Pure Desire PodcastSPECIAL EPISODE: Hope, Healing, and Freedom (New Book Release)In this special episode, Nick Stumbo and Ashley Jameson sit down to share the heart behind their new book, Hope, Healing, and Freedom. Written from their own journeys through pornography addiction and betrayal trauma, this book offers a deeply personal yet practical roadmap toward lasting recovery.They discuss why telling their story together matters, the reasons pornography has become such a widespread issue—even in the church—and how common misconceptions continue to keep people stuck in silence. Nick and Ashley unpack key concepts like connection vs. sobriety, the impact of betrayal trauma, and why quitting porn requ...
2025-10-0750 min
Faith Radio PodcastStumbo, Nick & Jameson, Ashley - September 30, 2025 Guests: Nick Stumbo & Ashley JamesonMinistry: Pure Desire MinistriesPositions: (Nick) Executive Director (Ashley) Director of Programs and PartnershipsBook: Hope, Healing and Freedom: A Pathway Beyond Pornography, Compulsive Sexual Behavior, and BetrayalWebsite: puredesire.org
2025-09-3017 minFaith Radio PodcastStumbo, Nick & Jameson, Ashley - September 30, 2025 Guests: Nick Stumbo & Ashley JamesonMinistry: Pure Desire MinistriesPositions: (Nick) Executive Director (Ashley) Director of Programs and PartnershipsBook: Hope, Healing and Freedom: A Pathway Beyond Pornography, Compulsive Sexual Behavior, and BetrayalWebsite: puredesire.org
2025-09-3017 min
The Covenant Eyes PodcastBreaking Shame & Finding Freedom: Nick Stumbo on Pornography & Healing in the ChurchHow can the church create safe spaces for healing from pornography and sexual brokenness? In this powerful conversation, Nick Stumbo from Pure Desire Ministry joins hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard to talk about shame, recovery, and the hope of freedom in Christ.In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministry. Together, they explore how the church can respond to pornography and sexual addiction with grace, truth, and community.Nick shares his personal story of transformation and...
2025-09-2441 min
PSR PodcastBeyond the Porn Phenomenon: Latest Research on Porn UsePSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. Partner with us through giving at BeBroken.org/donate. Thank you for your support!----------In this episode, I sit down with Nick Stumbo, director of Pure Desire Ministries, for an honest conversation about sexual brokenness and the impact of pornography, especially within the Christian community. We dive into new research from Pure Desire and the Barna Group, titled Beyond the Porn Phenomenon, revealing surprising trends and the ongoing struggle many face in silence. Nick shares insights from the research on breaking s...
2025-06-2040 min
The Union PodcastEpisode #106- Nick Stumbo On What To Do When You’re Leading & Struggling With PornIn this powerful episode of The Union Podcast, we sit down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, for a candid and hope-filled conversation designed specifically for church leaders.As pastors, ministry leaders, and youth workers navigate the pressures of spiritual leadership, many also face private struggles with sexual brokenness — often in silence. Nick shares his own story of battling pornography addiction while in pastoral ministry, and how coming into the light became the starting point of healing, not the end of his calling.We also discuss the sobering results of “Beyond the Porn Phen...
2025-05-1400 min
Transforming Families with Randy and LesliPart 2: Pure Desire with Nick Stumbo: Freedom and Recovery from Pornography54% of Christian Adults admit to struggling with porn. The numbers are even higher with young people under the age of 18. The shame, pain, and consequences of lust, broken trust, and a seared conscience are devastating. Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries in Troutdale, Oregon. He was formerly the Lead Pastor at East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, WA, where he served for 15 years. He has authored two books, Setting Us Free and Safe: Creating a Culture of Grace in a Climate Shame, both aimed at helping men and women in the ch...
2025-05-021h 01
Transforming Families with Randy and LesliPart 1: Pure Desire with Nick Stumbo: Freedom and Recovery from Pornography54% of Christian Adults admit to struggling with porn. The numbers are even higher with young people under the age of 18. The shame, pain, and consequences of lust, broken trust, and a seared conscience are devastating. Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries in Troutdale, Oregon. He was formerly the Lead Pastor at East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, WA, where he served for 15 years. He has authored two books, Setting Us Free and Safe: Creating a Culture of Grace in a Climate Shame, both aimed at helping men and women in the ch...
2025-04-2432 min
Relationship Truth: UnfilteredNick Stumbo on Breaking the Silence: The Hidden Impact of Porn on Christian MarriagesWhat do you do when trust is shattered, but no one around you seems to take your pain seriously?
In today’s deeply honest and hope-filled episode, Leslie sits down with Nick Stumbo, former pastor and Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, who opens up about his personal battle with pornography—and the profound impact it had on his wife, his marriage, and his ministry. Nick's story isn’t just one of addiction—it's about healing, honesty, and hope when everything seems lost.
Together, Leslie and Nick dismantle toxic messaging that pressures wives to “just forgive” or “have mor...
2025-04-1449 min
Dad TiredPorn, Shame, and the Journey to Real Healing (with Nick Stumbo) |464In this episode, Nick Stumbo (Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries) shares his personal story of battling pornography addiction while serving as a pastor—and how it nearly cost him his marriage. Nick and Jerrad unpack the cycle of shame, hidden habits, emotional coping, and why true healing for Christian men requires more than confession.If you've ever felt stuck in sin, numb to your marriage, or spiritually ashamed, this conversation offers a hopeful path toward recovery and freedom in Christ.What You’ll Learn:Why many Christian men deny the severity of their porn...
2025-04-1453 min
The Lion Within Us - Leadership for Christian Men513. Combating Pornography In Church With Nick StumboSend us Fan MailIn this unflinchingly honest conversation, Nick Stumbo shares his journey from serving as a senior pastor while secretly battling pornography addiction to finding freedom and now helping others as Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries. Nick reveals how his early exposure to sexual content created patterns of shame and secrecy that followed him into adulthood, marriage, and ministry—despite his sincere faith and leadership position. What makes this episode particularly powerful is the exploration of why churches and seminaries continue to avoid addressing sexual brokenness effectively, despite statistics showing 75% of men and 44% of wo...
2025-04-091h 15
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's PodcastIs Looking at Porn Digital Adultery? – Podcast Highlight: Nick Stumbo EP 835This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 678, Breaking the Porn Cycle: The 7 Pillars of Freedom from Sexual Sin w/ Nick Stumbo. Check it out! Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena Have qu...
2025-04-0207 min
Awesome Marriage PodcastConfronting the Destructive Impact of Porn with Nick Stumbo of Pure Desire | Ep. 667Porn is doing real damage to too many Christians today. This issue is affecting a huge percentage of our brothers and sisters in Christ, and the shame that often prevents us from talking about it leads to secrecy and hinders healing. We're thankful that Nick Stumbo is on the podcast today. Nick is a pastor and the director of Pure Desire Ministries. Along with Barna, Pure Desire recently conducted a study on the impact porn is currently having on the Church in America. Their findings demonstrate how crucial it is to open the conversation about porn among...
2025-03-2559 minAwesome Marriage PodcastConfronting the Destructive Impact of Porn with Nick Stumbo of Pure Desire | Ep. 667Porn is doing real damage to too many Christians today. This issue is affecting a huge percentage of our brothers and sisters in Christ, and the shame that often prevents us from talking about it leads to secrecy and hinders healing. We're thankful that Nick Stumbo is on the podcast today. Nick is a pastor and the director of Pure Desire Ministries. Along with Barna, Pure Desire recently conducted a study on the impact porn is currently having on the Church in America. Their findings demonstrate how crucial it is to open the conversation about porn among...
2025-03-2559 min
Taking Donors Seriously® PodcastA Rowboat in the OceanIn this conversation, Brad interviews Nick Stumbo and John Begeman from Pure Desire Ministries, discussing their mission to help individuals overcome sexual addiction and the importance of community in healing. They share personal stories of struggle and recovery, emphasizing the need for churches to address sexual issues openly. The discussion also covers fundraising challenges, the growth of Pure Desire, and the impact of their counseling programs. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, donor engagement, and the vision for changing church culture around sexual health. Pure Desire: Helping People Break Free from Sexual Struggles by Ted Roberts
2025-03-2450 min
The Pursuit of Manliness512: Nick Stumbo | Pure Desire MinistriesSend us Fan MailOn today's PoM Podcast episode I sat down with Nick Stumbo of Pure Desire Ministries. Nick, the executive director of Pure Desire, confronted his own porn addiction 15 years ago. He and his wife found healing through Pure Desire’s counseling and group ministries. Nick believes parents should create a safe place to have an ongoing, open-ended conversation with their kids about healthy sexuality rather than focusing on having a one-time conversation about sex. Even though fathers have one of the earliest and most trusted roles in a young person's life, the dat...
2025-02-2533 min
Fight For Your Marriage PodcastHope After Porn: Healing for You and Your Marriage Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, a ministry that helps people find hope and healing from the effects of sexual brokenness. Nick knows firsthand how a pornography addiction can destroy a person and marriage. In this conversation, Lori and Nick talk about current statistics surrounding porn use in the church from a study they did in partnership with the Barna Group. You will also learn: The challenges a person may face in overcoming the shame associated with their sexual addiction and how to break free The importance of transparency with those around y...
2025-02-1252 min
Rejoice Marriage Ministries AudioEp 200 Hope After Porn: Healing for You and Your MarriageNick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, a ministry that helps people find hope and healing from the effects of sexual brokenness. Nick knows firsthand how a pornography addiction can destroy a person and marriage. In this conversation, Lori and Nick talk about current statistics surrounding porn use in the church from a study they did in partnership with the Barna Group. You will also learn:
• The challenges a person may face in overcoming the shame associated with their sexual addiction and how to break free
• The importance of transparency with those around you, especially your spouse
• How to...
2025-02-1252 min
The WinShape Marriage PodcastWhat Does Research Say About Pornography? | Nick StumboDid you know 61% of the U.S. population (men and women) say they view pornography and 54% of practicing Christians (men and women) say they view pornography—only a 7% difference—according to the latest research. Additionally, only 11% of practicing Christians say they feel comfortable talking to their pastor about this struggle. Pornography is pervasive among our culture, even those with a Christian worldview. On today’s episode of The WinShape Marriage Podcast, Rob Philo talks with Nick Stumbo, executive director of Pure Desire, an organization dedicated to providing resources for those struggling with sexual brokenness, addiction, and betrayal. Nick shares his pe...
2025-02-0552 minFaith Radio PodcastStumbo, Nick - Pure Desire Ministries Guest: Nick StumboMinistry: Pure Desire MinistriesPosition: Executive DirectorTopic: a discussion about the operation of pornography, its pervasiveness, and resources available to parents to help their children in this topic areaWebsite: puredesire.org
2025-02-0316 minFaith Radio PodcastStumbo, Nick - Pure Desire Ministries Guest: Nick StumboMinistry: Pure Desire MinistriesPosition: Executive DirectorTopic: a discussion about the operation of pornography, its pervasiveness, and resources available to parents to help their children in this topic areaWebsite: puredesire.org
2025-02-0316 min
unSeminary PodcastBreaking Free: Addressing Sexual Brokenness in the Church with Nick Stumbo
Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Nick Stumbo, the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries.
According to a Barna study, 75% of Christian men and 40% of Christian women view pornography at least occasionally, with 67% of pastors having a personal history of porn use. How can churches effectively address pervasive issues of sexual brokenness and foster healing within their congregations? Tune in as Nick shares his personal journey of healing, and how churches can create both a safe place and a safe process through which people can experience transformation and freedom.
Finding healing. // Despite th...
2025-01-3039 min
Man Within Podcast889 - How Data is Changing the Conversation on PornographyIn this conversation, Sathiya and Nick discuss the findings of a recent Barna study on pornography usage among practicing Christians. They explore the need for updated data, the alarming statistics regarding pornography consumption, and the implications for mental health and church involvement. The conversation highlights the gender differences in perceptions of pornography and emphasizes the church's role in providing support and resources for those struggling with addiction. In this conversation, Sathiya and Nick delve into the complex relationship dynamics surrounding pornography use, emphasizing the importance of trust, communication, and professional help in recovery. They discuss the stigma associated with...
2025-01-2055 min
More than RoommatesEpisode 113 - How Porn Affects Your Brain and Your Marriage (feat. Nick Stumbo) In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek and Scott interview Nick Stumbo, the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, about pornography and its impact on the brain and how it affects marriages. This episode is Part 1 in a 2-part series about pornography and marriage.Scriptures:James 5:161 Cor 6:18Resources:Website - Pure Desire MinistriesFree Downloads - 7 Keys to Understanding Betrayal Trauma and 5 Steps to Freedom From PornPodcast – Pure Desire Ministries PodcastQuestions to...
2025-01-1432 min
The Built Different Podcast with Dr. Zach ClintonBreaking the Silence: Finding Lasting Freedom from Pornography Addiction, with Nick Stumbo, Ep. 207Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire, a ministry that actually helped him and his wife find a way out and healing from his own porn addiction. In this honest, unflinching conversation, Nick joins Zach Clinton to explain the challenges involved in overcoming the shame and brokenness of porn use. They examine the different wounds and the peripheral damage that can occur with a spouse or a mate, and explain why both partners in a relationship matter as a journey of recover begins. Nick offers unique firsthand perspective on how this can be an unspoken problem within...
2025-01-0746 min
The Art of Relationships PodcastBreaking the Chains of Pornography with Guest Nick StumboIn this episode, Chris and Alisa Grace explore the challenges and impacts of pornography in relationships and personal lives with special guest Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire. They discuss the pervasive issue of pornography in Christian communities, its mental, relational, and spiritual implications, and the path to freedom through grace-filled healing. Offering insights into breaking cycles of shame and addiction, this episode provides practical tips to help listeners pursue healthy, Christ-centered relationships.Whether you’re a college student, a married couple, or a leader in the church, this episode offers valuable advice to navigate this ch...
2025-01-011h 08Pure Desire Podcast391 - Looking Back & Looking AheadHappy New Year’s Eve! In this special year-end episode, host Nick Stumbo and guest co-host Heather Kolb dive into the value of self-reflection as we close out one year and prepare for the next. Whether you’re in the middle of a recovery journey, pursuing personal growth, or simply looking for practical ways to start the new year with purpose, this episode has something for you.Nick and Heather discuss why self-reflection is vital, not just at the end of the year but throughout our lives. They explore how pausing to look back can help us unco...
2024-12-3154 min
Husband MaterialNew Stats On Porn Use Among Christians (with Nick Stumbo)75% of Christian men and 40% of Christian women watch porn on a regular basis, but only 21% wish they didn't. Nick Stumbo shares these stats and other major findings of Beyond The Porn Phenomenon, a new research report produced by Barna and Pure Desire Ministries.Nick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries and host of the Pure Desire Podcast. He's also the author of Setting Us Free: An Unexpected Journey Of Grace and Safe: Creating A Culture Of Grace In A Climate Of Shame. Learn more at puredesire.orgOrder Beyond The Porn Phenomenon
2024-12-3034 min
The Good Question PodcastBreaking The Chains: Overcoming Pornography Addiction With Nick Stumbo Of Pure DesireToday, we sit down with Nick Stumbo, a former pastor and the Executive Director of Pure Desire, to dive into a complex subject: pornography addiction. With sexually explicit material more accessible than ever, men and women across the world find themselves impacted by ongoing exposure to it. How does pornography influence our culture as a whole? How can we break free from this cycle of addiction? Join us now to see for yourself… Nick was a third-generation pastor who began his ministry work at the East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington, where he served as head pas...
2024-12-1736 min
Kingdom Sexuality213: Is it Time to Make a Change??Tune into our final pornography series episode with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director at Pure Desire Ministries. Nick shares how porn impacted him as a pastor and how he decided to find healing!
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2024-12-091h 03
Finding Genius PodcastBreaking Free: Nick Stumbo On Pornography Addiction, Healing, & Hope With Pure DesireIn today’s episode, we discuss the topic of porn addiction with Nick Stumbo, a former pastor and the Executive Director of Pure Desire. Nick, a third-generation pastor, began his ministry work at the East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington. He served here as head pastor for more than 10 years. During this time, Nick closely observed the sexual brokenness and devastation in the congregation – and recognized like never before the power of grace in the Church… Nick has his own story involving pornography addiction. Through the resources provided at Pure Desire, he and his wife, Michelle, found...
2024-11-2337 min
RecoverU | Betrayal Trauma, Betrayal Recovery, Porn Addiction Recovery, Relationships, Infidelity80 - Renewed by Grace: A Journey of Healing and Leadership with Nick and Michelle StumboIs it possible for GOOD to come from all the pain of sex addiction and betrayal trauma?
Nick and Michelle Stumbo are examples of how good CAN come from the pain we have experienced. A former pastor and now head of Pure Desire ministries, Nick shares his personal story of transformation along with his wife Michelle who talks about what it was like being married to a pastor and feeling like she had to keep all of this to herself at the time.
If you are a betrayed partner and would lik...
2024-09-1157 minRecoverU | Betrayal Trauma, Betrayal Recovery, Porn Addiction Recovery, Relationships, Infidelity80 - Renewed by Grace: A Journey of Healing and Leadership with Nick and Michelle StumboIs it possible for GOOD to come from all the pain of sex addiction and betrayal trauma?
Nick and Michelle Stumbo are examples of how good CAN come from the pain we have experienced. A former pastor and now head of Pure Desire ministries, Nick shares his personal story of transformation along with his wife Michelle who talks about what it was like being married to a pastor and feeling like she had to keep all of this to herself at the time.
If you are a betrayed partner and would lik...
2024-09-1157 minPure Desire Podcast374 - 10 Mistakes When Launching Recovery GroupsToday, Nick Stumbo and Rich Moore explore 10 common mistakes churches make when launching recovery groups. They share practical advice on avoiding pitfalls like isolating or shaming language and the dangers of a quick-fix approach. This episode is essential for pastors and leaders looking to create and sustain effective, long-lasting recovery groups within their church community.RESOURCESFull Episode Video (YouTube)
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2024-09-0354 min
The Covenant Eyes PodcastThe Pornography Pandemic: New Data, New Hope with Nick StumboIn this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter sits down with Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, to delve into the alarming rise of pornography, especially among the digital generation. With the release of a groundbreaking new Barna study on the horizon, we'll explore the staggering statistics and uncover the devastating impact of pornography on individuals, families, and society. Nick will share insights from Pure Desire Ministries on how to combat this epidemic and offer hope for those struggling with pornography addiction. Don't miss this crucial conversation about a problem that af...
2024-08-0240 min
The Betrayal Recovery Transformation PodcastA Message for Pastors & Clergy: Supporting Betrayed Spouses Well with Nick StumboOn this episode of BRT, we have a special guest, Pastor Nick Stumbo. Nick is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries and has an extensive background in pastoral ministry. He began his ministry career at East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington, where he served as lead pastor for over a decade. Confronted with his own pornography addiction, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through Pure Desire’s counseling and group ministries. His public disclosure led to a revival of forgiveness and healing within his church, and he continues to lead the way in helping ch...
2024-07-281h 14
No Regrets Leadership PodcastNick Stumbo - Pure Desire MinistriesHey men, this week we have Nick Stumbo on from Pure Desire Ministries. Nick and his ministry work with men struggling with pornography and supports churches with support / recovery groups and recourses, all avaliable at their links below. Don't forget to leave a review and follow us everywhere @noregretsmen! https://puredesire.org/ https://puredesire.org/podcasts/ https://puredesire.org/tools/
2024-04-1636 min
Spirit Lake CampusPornography: Soul-Shriveling And Relationship RuiningNick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, Toutdale, OR. Join him as he teaches us about the impact of pornography on men and how they can find an escape from the bondage of that sin.
2024-04-1000 min
PSR PodcastLiving Undefiled (with Nick Stumbo)Why is pornography such a big deal? This is a common question in the culture, but not necessarily one of alarm, but rather questioning why ministries like ours and many others even exist. Is there any real harm to pornography?To help us answer these questions we have Nick Stumbo back on the program. Nick is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries and an author and speaker on sexual issues from a Christian worldview. In our conversation, Nick shares many of the negative effects of porn: biological, mental, emotional, and relational. We look at t...
2024-02-2837 min
EFCA Theology PodcastPornography: Soul-Shriveling and Relationship Ruining – Rev. Nick Stumbo (2024 EFCA Theology Conference)From the breakout sessions of the 2024 EFCA Theology Conference, Rev. Nick Stumbo leads a session on "Pornography: Soul-Shriveling and Relationship Ruining."
2024-02-211h 03
Stories Unveiled Podcast with Ashley SearsFinding Healing Through Sexual Addiction and Betrayal Trauma with Guests Nick Stumbo and Trevor Winsor of Pure Desire Ministries (S2:E1)Welcome to Season 2 of the Stories Unveiled Podcast with host, Ashley Sears, sponsored by Pure Desire Ministries. On today’s episode, Ashley is joined by Trevor Winsor and Nick Stumbo from Pure Desire to chat about their stories, their involvement with the ministry, and how understanding our stories in relationships help in our healing journey.
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2023-11-0739 minMen in the Arena - Christian Men's PodcastBreaking the Porn Cycle: The 7 Pillars of Freedom from Sexual Sin w/ Nick Stumbo EP 678Are you stuck in a cycle of sexual sin? It's time to break free! In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Nick Stumbo, co-host of the Pure Desire podcast, to discuss his book, "Setting Us Free." They walk you through the seven pillars of sexual freedom and how to break the cycle once and for all. Setting Us Free on Amazon
2023-09-2255 min
The Wounds Of The FaithfulEP 151: How Do You Find The Words To Describe Your Trauma? Mark McNearMany survivors suffer unspeakable abuse in their childhood and never tell another soul about it. It is very common to not have the words to even describe what happened to their bodies, their minds, and emotions. My guest Mark McNear is here to talk about his book Finding My Words: A Ruthless Commitment to Healing Gently After Trauma. Mark candidly talks about his painful childhood, the long term fallout from the abuse, what was it like going through rehab, and finding the words and the courage to tell his story. Join us for a powerful testimony of freedom in Christ!
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2023-09-2033 min
Husband MaterialWhy You Need A Recovery Action Plan (with Nick Stumbo & Trevor Winsor)How do you take action after relapse for growth and healing without using shame or punishment? After a porn relapse, what do appropriate consequences look like?Nick Stumbo and Trevor Winsor are members of the Executive Team at Pure Desire Ministries. Together, they host the popular Pure Desire Podcast.Free tools mentioned in this episode:Recovery Action Plan (for when a relapse has occurred)Escape Plan (for when we are triggered or tempted)Relapse Prevention Plan (for day-to-day life)The F.A.S.T.E.R. Scale (for self-awareness)Register for the Pure...
2023-08-1443 min
PSR PodcastBecoming a Healing Church$75K Matching Gift Summer Partnership OpportunityWhen you give any amount to our ministry this summer (before August 31, 2023) your gift will be DOUBLED, up to $75,000. Give now at Bebroken.org/donate. Thank you for your partnership!----------------------------Our guest today is Sam Black. Sam is the director of recovery education at CovenantEyes and the author of the new book, The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It.In our conversation, Sam shares who he wrote this book for (pastors and ministry leaders) and why he w...
2023-06-1435 min
Pure Desire Podcast307 - Betrayal As A Pastor's Wife w/ Michelle StumboThe devastation created through betrayal trauma can turn a partner’s world upside down and impact them in a way they never imagined. But what does healing from betrayal trauma look like if your spouse is in a public position—doctor, teacher, police officer, judge, or pastor? Today, we’re joined by Michelle Stumbo (married to Nick Stumbo, the Executive Director for Pure Desire). We talk through what healing from betrayal looks like when your husband is the pastor. What tools and boundaries are necessary, how it impacts kids and healing as a family, the obstacles you may face, and ev...
2023-05-2351 min
The Nook PodcastDirty Little Secret - Part 3 - The Mentality - Breaking Free From PornographySend us Fan MailIn the third installment of this honest and necessary series, we take a deeper look beneath the surface of pornography addiction, not just the behavior, but the brokenness that fuels it. I’m honored to be joined by Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, an organization committed to helping men, women, and couples find lasting freedom from sexual addiction through the healing power of Jesus Christ.Nick brings a powerful mix of personal experience and professional insight to this conversation, helping us understand what’s really going on in the...
2023-04-2550 min
Porn Free Radio289 - Recovery Happens Best When You're All In w/ Nick StumboNick Stumbo, Executive Director for Pure Desire, sits in on Porn Free Radio Today. In this episode, Matt and Nick talk about being all in with recovery, basketball, the 2022 Pure Desire summit, and our favorite decade, the 90's. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/289 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz h...
2022-07-2759 min
Porn Free Radio289 - Recovery Happens Best When You're All In w/ Nick Stumbo (Updated)Nick Stumbo, Executive Director for Pure Desire, sits in on Porn Free Radio Today. In this episode, Matt and Nick talk about being all in with recovery, basketball, the 2022 Pure Desire summit, and our favorite decade, the 90's. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/289 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz ht...
2022-07-2751 min
Man Within Podcast295 - Nick Stumbo on Overcoming The Binge-Purge Cycle, Publicly Confessing To His Church, and Why Community Must Be Part of RecoveryNick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries International, author of two books, and an ordained minister with the Christian and Missionary Alliance. After facing his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and group ministries of Pure Desire. Today, Nick continues to believe that the Church can become a place of healing and that Pure Desire is leading the way.
In today's episode, he details his recovery story as a third-generation pastor, why his pride left him stuck in a binge-purge cycle for years, how...
2022-06-0250 min
Life TogetherVoices of GBC- Nick StumboPastors Mike and Josh are joined by Nick Stumbo, director of Pure Desire Ministries, on this episode. Nick shares honestly about his journey with sexual brokenness and how the Lord's providence led him to Pure Desire Ministries. They also talk about how everyone has sexual brokenness and how the church can open up, share, and love one another through battling this sin.
2022-04-071h 08Porn Free Radio278 - The Power of Groups w/ Trevor Winsor and Nick StumboThe hits keep on coming. It's another EPIC PFR crossover with the Pure Desire Podcast. Trevor Winsor and Nick Stumbo joined me back in PFR 233 for a great discussion about recovery. On today's show we talk about my book, Porn Free: Becoming the Type of Man Who Does Not Look At Porn. We discuss self-rejection, connection in recovery, and the power of groups. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/278 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:
2022-03-3159 min
Pure Desire Podcast226 - Stories Of Healing: Nick & Michelle StumboNick and Michelle looked like they had it all. A good marriage, growing ministry, and a beautiful family. But in secret, Nick's sexual addiction was killing it all from the inside. Though he was a respected pastor, hated his behavior, and confessed often, Nick couldn't break free. This left Michelle at the point of wanting to leave. But that's not how the story ends. Over the past 10 years, their marriage, family, and ministry is thriving. Today, they tell us their story of healing.RESOURCESFULL EPISODE VIDEO (YOUTUBE)BETRAYAL & BEYOND (BETRAYAL RESOURCE FOR...
2021-11-0246 min
The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina GriffinNick Stumbo Shares How to Break Free From the Addiction of Porn For GoodDo you feel like you’re the only one struggling with porn? Are you wanting to find freedom once and for all? Is your spouse viewing pornography and you don’t know if you’ll ever be able to trust or love them again? Many people are struggling with a pornography addiction. Prayer is not enough. Find out how harmful behaviors arise from inaccurate thoughts and feelings stemming from corrupt core beliefs. Addressing the main issue at the core, will help stop this unhealthy addiction.
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The pornography problem is bigger than we rea...
2021-09-0226 min
Other People's ShoesPorn CycleHow does one break free from the cycle of porn addiction and get help with sexual integrity? The challenge is to recognize that you in fact have a problem, and you are stuck in a pattern that makes you feel powerless. My guest today is Nick Stumbo. Nick, is the Executive Director for Pure Desire. Pure Desire and Nick, both believe you were designed, to live a life without sexual brokenness, and the effects it can have on your present, and future. Nick also continues to believe that the church can become a place of healing and that Pure...
2021-08-1858 min
The Courage, Coaching and Counseling Podcast with Sovann Pen025 Nick Stumbo Pure Desire Ministries International Healing from Pornography & teaching your children healthy sexualityEpisode 25 of The Courage, Coaching and Counseling Podcast is with Nick Stumbo.
As a third-generation pastor, Nick started his ministry career at the East Hills Alliance Church in Kelso, Washington. Serving as their lead pastor for more than a decade, Nick observed the fallout of sexual brokenness and devastation in the lives of men and women in the church and recognized, like never before, the need for a culture of grace in the Church. After facing his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and group ministries of Pu...
2021-06-2846 min
Pure Victory Podcast60. The Nick Stumbo Story: Breaking The Chains Of ShameWelcome to episode #60!In this week's episode, Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, shares his story and talks about how to break free from a culture of shame.Trying harder doesn't workAttempting to beat porn in a a try harder mentality leads to a binge purge cycle, and it led Nick to years of struggling behind closed doors and being bogged down in shame and guilt. When we focus on just the behaviour, it becomes about managing a problem on the surface level, but true freedom comes with inner healing which...
2021-06-1646 minPure Victory Podcast59. Richard De La Mora: The Pastor Who Married An Ex-Porn StarWelcome to episode #59!In this week's episode, Richard De La Mora shares how he's been able to look past the history that his wife has in the porn industry and see her instead as a product of God's grace and transformation!Honesty leads to intimacy...but pray about it!Honesty and conversation leads to intimacy. Richard wanted to know everything about his wife's past because he desired for her to know that he fully loved her despite her past. You have to be ready to hear things that you don't want to hear though...
2021-06-0835 min
2021-05-2043 min
PSR PodcastA Hopeful Response to Church Leaders Struggling with Sexual Sin"The danger is that for men and women in ministry there is little to no training, guidance, and supervision that is ever offered specifically in the area of sexual wholeness and integrity." These words from our guest, Nick Stumbo, lay the foundation for this episode. Nick was a pastor for 15 years and now leads the sexual integrity ministry Pure Desire. Our conversation will unpack sexual sin and leaders in the church; what to do when a leader is struggling or failing, and how to better prepare leaders to cultivate a personal and corporate culture of sexual wholeness...
2021-05-1833 min
The Savvy Sauce137 Sexual Sin Recovery for You and Your Spouse (Part Two) with Geremy Keeton*DISCLAIMER* This episode is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age.
137. Pornography Healing for Spouses with Geremy Keeton
Isaiah 61:7 (NASB) “Instead of your shame you will have a double portion, And instead of humiliation they will shout for joy over their portion. Therefore they will possess a double portion in their land, Everlasting joy will be theirs.”
Geremy Keeton is the senior director of the counseling services department of Focus on the Family and a licensed marriage and family therapist. He has extensive experience in counseling men and...
2021-03-1648 minThe Savvy Sauce136 Pornography Healing for Spouses with Geremy Keeton*DISCLAIMER* This episode is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age.
136. Pornography Healing for Spouses with Geremy Keeton
Isaiah 61:7 (NASB) “Instead of your shame you will have a double portion, And instead of humiliation they will shout for joy over their portion. Therefore they will possess a double portion in their land, Everlasting joy will be theirs.”
Geremy Keeton is the senior director of the counseling services department of Focus on the Family and a licensed marriage and family therapist. He has extensive experience in counseling men and...
2021-03-1546 min
Petra PodcastPurifying My Desires As a third-generation pastor, Nick Stumbo observed first-hand the fallout of sexual brokenness and devastation in the lives of men and women in the church. After facing his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and group ministries of Pure Desire. It radically changed their lives! His public disclosure to his church body led to much forgiveness and healing and the launch of Pure Desire groups for men and women. Today, as the Executive Director of Pure Desire, Nick continues to believe that the church can...
2021-02-2853 minPetra PodcastPurifying My Desires As a third-generation pastor, Nick Stumbo observed first-hand the fallout of sexual brokenness and devastation in the lives of men and women in the church. After facing his own addiction to pornography, Nick and his wife, Michelle, found hope and healing through the counseling and group ministries of Pure Desire. It radically changed their lives! His public disclosure to his church body led to much forgiveness and healing and the launch of Pure Desire groups for men and women. Today, as the Executive Director of Pure Desire, Nick continues to believe that the church can...
2021-02-2853 min
Before You QuitPodcast Ep.75: When Christian Leaders Fail Us (Nick Stumbo)Like many of you I have been reeling from the stories that have come out in the last years of great Christian leaders, mostly men, who have fallen hard. How do we respond to these events? What is it doing for the church or to the church? Why does this even happen to people we look up to and admire and then find they have a completely double life. Why should this be good for our own faith where it forces us to look inwardly at our own tendencies and sins. How can this also be good for the g...
2021-02-1052 min
Good Shepherd Community Church - Women's Ministry PodcastMom To Mom: Address The MessSpeaker: Nick Stumbo Date: January 2021 Good Shepherd Women's Ministry https://goodshepherdcc.org/women/
2021-02-0124 min
Restored 2 MoreWhat the Church Needs to Know About Pornography with Nick StumboStudies show that over 50% of pastors struggle with pornography. In this episode, we talk to Nick Stumbo, the Executive Director of Pure Desires, about his journey to freedom as the previous senior pastor of his church and his experience disclosing his struggle to the entire congregation. He explains how the church needs to respond to leaders who are struggling with porn and what Pure Desires is creating to help them and others find healing. More Resources:https://puredesire.org/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pure-desire-podcast/id1253655598Our Resources:Couples Workshop:...
2021-01-0647 min
Humble and Honest PodcastBest of Part 2 Controversal ConversationsToday's episode with Dan Koch, Jonathan Merritt, Justin Khoe, Jeffrey Kranz, John Mark Comer, Nick Stumbo, and Cait and Nicole Zick of the Moral Revolution. This is part two of the three-part "best of" series. All episodes available today!
2020-12-1055 min
Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis ColeBraveMen S3E46: Nick Stumbo - Healing Men in Sexual BrokennessNick Stumbo is the Executive Director of Pure Desire, a ministry dedicated to being a safe place for hope and healing from the effects of sexual brokenness. Through small group resources for men, women, and teens, on-site or online counseling, training events, and ministry partnerships, Pure Desire is bringing the strength of sexual integrity men across the nation.
Not only is Nick the Exec Dir but he was also healed of a terrible addiction to porn through the tools of this ministry. Pure Desire was founded by Dr. Ted Roberts who as a local pastor saw the desperate need...
2020-08-1844 min
Husband MaterialNick Stumbo: Free To Be KnownDiscover how Nick Stumbo found freedom from porn, even while serving as the lead pastor of a church!Nick is the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries and Co-Host of the Pure Desire Podcast. He's also the author of Setting Us Free: An Unexpected Journey Of Grace, and Safe: Creating A Culture Of Grace In A Climate Of Shame. You can email him at nicks@puredesire.orgIn this episode, we walk a lot about the power of groups. Join a Pure Desire Group here: https://www.puredesire.org
2020-07-0634 minPorn Free Radio233 - Pure Desire Podcast with Nick Stumbo and Trevor WinsorNick Stumbo and Trevor Winsor join me for an EPIC crossover episode with the Pure Desire Podcast. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/233 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev 1...
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