Episode 45 42min March 16, 2026

On Helping Singles Fight for Purity

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Garrett, Hayley and Deepak offer ten thoughts for singles on why and how to fight for purity.

 

Topics Discussed

 
00:48 – The Reality of Singleness in Local Churches

03:38 – The Unique Struggles of Single Christians

05:30 – Principle #1: Pursue Purity for the Right Motives

07:00 – Loving Others by Pursuing Sexual Holiness

09:00 – Principle #2: Sexual Immorality Dishonors God and People

10:50 – Principle #3: Remember Your Identity in Christ

14:00 – Principle #4: Singleness Is a Gift

20:50 – Principle #5: Grieve Losses Honestly

22:30 – Principle #6: Develop Meaningful Friendships

27:45 – Principle #7: Beware the “Seven Deadly Sins” of Singleness

34:00 – Principle #8: Cultivate Accountability

35:30 – Principle #9: Cultivate Contentment

38:40 – Principle #10: Beware the “Spouse Savior Syndrome”

 

Resources Mentioned

 
Pure in Heart: Sexual Sin and the Promises of God by Garrett Kell

Pornography: Fighting for Purity by Deepack Reju 

Single and Lonely: Finding the Intimacy You Desire by Jayne Clark

Struggling Through Singleness: Help for the Journey by Jane Clark

 

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