The Covenant Eyes Podcast

Covenant Eyes

The Covenant Eyes Podcast—your weekly go-to for faith-driven wisdom and tools to thrive in the digital world! Dive into overcoming porn addiction, navigating tech with a biblical lens, understanding the neuroscience of unwanted sexual behavior, healing from betrayal trauma, and protecting kids online. With bold stories, expert insights, and practical tips, we feature clinical experts, Christian leaders, influential faith voices, and relatable everyday heroes. Our guests deliver proven strategies to quit pornography, shield your children from digital dangers, and live with integrity in a tech-saturated age. Ready for a breakthrough? Tune in for hope, inspiring recovery journeys, and actionable steps to ignite your fresh start. Subscribe now—your victory over pornography addiction and digital struggles starts here! 

  1. 2D AGO

    How the Church Can Rediscover Its Mission | Alex Kocman on Calling, Culture & Spiritual Integrity

    Join host Rob Stoddard for an insightful conversation with Alex Kocman, Director of Communications for ABWE, speaker, author, and church leader. In this episode, Alex shares his journey into missions, the heart behind his book Striving for the Faith, and why he believes many churches lose sight of the “why” behind their outreach efforts. You’ll hear deep insights on: ✓ What truly motivates mission work ✓ How every believer can live with outward purpose ✓ The growing challenges facing mission agencies ✓ How spiritual formation and accountability strengthen long-term ministry ✓ Wise pastoral encouragement for leading churches toward global engagement Alex also discusses cultural pressures that make spiritual integrity harder today — and how Christian communities can respond with clarity, hope, and accountability. 📘 Alex’s Book: Striving for the Faith 🔗 ABWE: https://www.abwe.org 🎧 The Missions Podcast: https://missionspodcast.com Get the Victory app to help with online accountability: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme This conversation is an encouragement for pastors, church leaders, mission-minded Christians, and anyone wanting to live with greater purpose in their faith walk. If you find this helpful, please like, comment, and share to support the mission of helping people live with integrity in a digital age. #Missions #ChristianLeadership #ChurchLife #CovenantEyesPodcast #Discipleship #ChristianAccountability #ABWE #FaithInAction #SpiritualGrowth Timestamped Chapters: 00:00 – Intro to the Covenant Eyes Podcast 00:32 – Welcoming guest Alex Kocman 00:57 – Alex’s personal journey into missions 01:47 – Serving in church ministry & ABWE 02:23 – Why communications matters in mission work 02:36 – Alex’s book Striving for the Faith 03:13 – Understanding your calling in ministry 03:36 – The church in Philippi as a model 04:29 – What it means to “strive together” 05:24 – Why churches forget the “why” behind missions 06:22 – The real motivation behind sending and going 07:02 – God’s glory as the center of mission 07:41 – Reaching newcomers and immigrants 08:07 – Mission opportunities created by global movement 09:15 – The Afghan Initiative story 10:55 – Why sending is still essential 11:36 – Challenges facing new mission candidates 12:17 – The spiritual battle facing future missionaries 13:56 – The call to spiritual purity and integrity 14:41 – Accountability and the role of the local church 17:05 – How mission agencies should evaluate readiness 18:39 – Encouragement for pastors 19:57 – Missions as an overflow of ministry 20:54 – How to find Alex’s resources 22:05 – Closing thoughts Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    23 min
  2. 4D AGO

    Healing After Betrayal: Jenny Solomon on Grace, Trust & Restoration

    When trust is broken, can a marriage truly be restored? In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Jenny Solomon, author of Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust, to share how faith, honesty, and grace brought new life to her marriage. Jenny opens up about walking through pain, rebuilding trust, and finding peace through Christ-centered healing. Together, Karen and Jenny talk about: ✅ What emotional betrayal feels like for a spouse ✅ How the church can lovingly support struggling couples ✅ The role of lament and prayer in real recovery ✅ Setting healthy boundaries while extending grace ✅ Practical tools for growth, like the Victory App and Covenant Eyes accountability If you or someone you love is walking through relational pain, this episode will offer biblical hope, wisdom, and encouragement for the journey toward restoration. 📘 Resources Mentioned: •  Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Broken Trust – by Jenny Solomon •  Redeem Your Marriage: Hope for Husbands Seeking Renewal – by Curtis Solomon •  Free Victory App Course: Lament in Marriage by Jenny Solomon → https://victory.covenanteyes.com/learning/courses?categoryId=7 Learn more: https://www.covenanteyes.com 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | wherever you get your podcasts #CovenantEyesPodcast #MarriageHealing #FaithAndRestoration #ChristianMarriage #ReclaimYourMarriage #VictoryApp #JennySolomon #KarenPotter #MarriageTrust #RelationshipHealing #FaithJourney #christianpodcast Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome & Introduction – Meet Jenny Solomon 00:52 Jenny’s Story: Marriage, Ministry, and Renewal 02:18 Writing Reclaim Your Marriage & Redeem Your Marriage 04:42 When Trust Is Broken in Marriage 06:27 The Church’s Role in Supporting Hurting Couples 08:42 Overcoming Isolation and Finding Hope 10:35 Why the Church Needs to Talk About Hidden Struggles 12:23 Balancing Grace with Healthy Boundaries 15:08 What Real Repentance Looks Like 17:40 Healing Takes Time – A Process of Grace 19:13 The Power of Accountability and Lament 22:09 When Your Spouse Isn’t Ready to Change 25:23 Finding Peace & Support Through the Victory App 27:31 Encouragement and Hope for Restoration 29:30 Closing Thoughts & Next Steps Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    30 min
  3. NOV 7

    How to Raise Faith-Filled Kids in a Digital World | Theology of the Body, Parenting & Purity

    Join Covenant Eyes podcast hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal for an inspiring conversation with Bobby and Jackie Angel — Catholic authors, speakers, and parents known for their work with Ascension Presents and Word on Fire. In this heartfelt episode, Bobby and Jackie share their powerful stories of faith, marriage, and ministry — from meeting through the Theology of the Body Institute to navigating life as Catholic parents of five in today’s tech-driven world. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: •  How Bobby overcame p*** through accountability and grace •  The role of Covenant Eyes in building a culture of digital integrity •  Practical tips for parents raising children in an online age •  How to talk to your kids about human sexuality, identity, and faith without shame •  Why Theology of the Body changes everything about how we see love, the body, and God •  How to integrate faith into everyday life — from video games to relationships Bobby and Jackie discuss their latest books, their passion for evangelization, and how Catholic families can thrive amid cultural chaos. Whether you’re a parent, youth minister, or seeking to live chastely and authentically online, this episode offers both practical advice and spiritual encouragement. 📖 Featured Guests Bobby & Jackie Angel – Catholic authors, speakers, and parents; creators with Ascension Presents 🔗 https://jackieandbobby.com/ Jackie & Bobby YouTube 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@jackieandbobby 🎙️ Hosts Karen Potter & Theo McManigal – Hosts of The Covenant Eyes Podcast 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@covenanteyes ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:00 – Bobby & Jackie’s faith journey 04:00 – Overcoming p*** through accountability 05:50 – The power of Theology of the Body 08:30 – Living an integrated Catholic life 10:00 – Seminary lessons that prepare for marriage 15:00 – Parenting in the digital world 18:30 – Talking to kids about sexuality and identity 23:00 – Guarding innocence without fear 31:00 – Evangelizing through media and marriage 37:00 – The meaning of love and responsibility 40:00 – Upcoming books and projects 43:00 – Final advice: “You can’t give what you don’t have.” #CovenantEyes   #CovenantEyesPodcast   #DigitalIntegrity   #InternetAccountability   #ScreenAccountability   #FaithAndTechnology   #ChristianParenting   #RaisingFaithFilledKids   #CatholicParents   #FaithBasedParenting   #ProtectKidsOnline   #ParentingInADigitalWorld   #CatholicPodcast   #CatholicFaith   #TheologyOfTheBody   #CatholicMarriage   #CatholicFamily   #ChastityProject   #JohnPaulII   #AscensionPresents Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    47 min
  4. NOV 5

    Matt Chandler on Finding Freedom When You Feel Stuck in Sin

    Pastor Matt Chandler joins hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard for an honest and hope-filled conversation about what it means to walk in freedom, even when you’re battling the same sins again and again. Matt shares wisdom from over 30 years in ministry about confession, community, and cultivating deep affection for Jesus — the keys to lasting transformation. 🎧 In this episode: ✅ What to do when you feel like you’ll never change ✅ The difference between stumbling and being stuck ✅ How confession and vulnerability bring real freedom ✅ Why our affection for Jesus drives out lesser loves ✅ How the Church can become a safe place for the broken 💬 “No one in the kingdom of God is meant to fight alone.” – Matt Chandler 👉 Subscribe to the Covenant Eyes Podcast for more weekly encouragement and biblical truth about faith, freedom, and hope. Resources mentioned: The Village Church: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/ Matt Chandler’s “The Overcomers” Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9H34FLdLLQjI_qX8EeCjY1pIEQzyag9L Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme #CovenantEyesPodcast #MattChandler #FaithOverFear #Confession #ChristianLiving #FreedomInChrist #OvercomingTemptation Chapter List 00:00 – Welcome Back to the Covenant Eyes Podcast 00:21 – Meet Pastor Matt Chandler 02:23 – Why Do Christians Keep Struggling? 03:40 – Encouragement for the Long Struggle 04:35 – The Power of Growing Affection for Jesus 06:06 – Shame and Isolation in the Church 07:07 – Trials, Faith, and God’s Strength 08:05 – The “Grimy” Beauty of the Bible 09:37 – Grace for Those Who Feel Like Giving Up 10:12 – Confession: Moving Out of Darkness 11:20 – No One Fights Alone 12:16 – When the Church Gets It Wrong 13:09 – The Real Power of Confession 15:33 – When You Feel Alone in the Fight 16:27 – Re-Entering the Church Community 17:42 – Finding Safe People to Confess To 19:08 – What Pastors Can Do Better 20:12 – Why This Generation Faces New Challenges 21:28 – What Would Jesus Do Today? 22:44 – Creating a Church Where It’s Okay to Not Be Okay 23:47 – Building “Gospel Vulnerability” in Ministries 24:47 – Inside The Village Church’s Foxhole Model 27:12 – Where to Find More from Matt Chandler 28:50 – Hope for the Battle-Weary 30:03 – The Power of Greater Affections 31:04 – Final Blessing & Closing Thoughts   Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    32 min
  5. OCT 31

    Finding Hope & Why You Matter More Than You Think!

    For decades, Dean Sikes has been sharing a radical message of hope: God loves you, has a plan for your life, and because you're breathing, you matter. The conversation dives deep into the urgent teen mental health crisis. Dean shares shocking statistics—including that 22% of high schoolers have considered suicide—and discusses his mission to eradicate hopelessness and prevent teenage suicide. Dean explains that a person who is "broken until healed becomes a broken adult". He shares insights from his new book, You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life, and how to: 1. Find a firm foundation of self-worth and confidence. 2. Break free from a spirit of hopelessness. 3. Connect with God's love and purpose, no matter your past. This episode is a vital resource for parents, youth leaders, educators, and anyone who feels they are struggling or want to help a young person find their God-given value. Need Help? If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US, or visit https://988lifeline.org. Links & Resources: Get Dean Sikes' Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life: https://www.amazon.com/You-Matter-Finding-Meaning-Everyday/dp/1964508428 Learn More about Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Dean Sikes and the You Matter Ministry  01:44 - New Book: You Matter: Finding Hope and Meaning in Everyday Life  02:36 - Why You Matter: The Answer to the Billion-Dollar Question 03:33 - The Connection Between Hopelessness and Suicide  04:29 - Troubling Teenage Suicide Statistics (22% have considered it) 05:34 - Is the Book Just for Teens? Broken Teens become Broken Adults 06:26 - Talking With Students, Not To Them Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    19 min
  6. OCT 29

    Catholic Priest Exposes the Truth About P*rno*raphy | Faith, Freedom, and Healing

    P*rn*graphy is destroying lives, families, and faith — but one Catholic priest isn’t afraid to confront it head-on. In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis) joins Karen Potter and Theo McManigal to talk openly about the spiritual, emotional, and relational impact of p*rn*graphy—and the path to real freedom in Christ. 💬 What you’ll learn: • Fr. Meyer’s personal story and journey to the priesthood • The Catholic Church’s teaching on p*rnography and human dignity • The role of confession, accountability, and grace in overcoming addiction • How p*rnography affects youth, marriages, and family relationships • Practical advice for parents to protect their homes • Why priests must courageously preach on this issue 💡 Key takeaway: You are not the sum of your sins—you are the sum of the Father’s love for you. God calls each of us to live in freedom, not shame. 🙏 Resources Mentioned: Covenant Eyes Accountability Software: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme Fr. Jonathan Meyer’s Parish: https://AllSaintsCatholic.net YouTube Channel: All Saints – We Are One 🔔 Subscribe to The Covenant Eyes Podcast for more faith-based conversations about overcoming digital temptation and living a life of purity and purpose. #Faith #CatholicChurch #PornographyAddiction #TheologyOfTheBody #Purity #Confession #Healing #FreedomInChrist #CovenantEyesPodcast 🕒 Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast 00:45 – Meet Fr. Jonathan Meyer (Archdiocese of Indianapolis) 02:00 – His journey to the priesthood 03:45 – Early exposure to p*rnography and personal struggle 05:20 – The devastating effects of *orn in confession and real life 07:20 – What the Catholic Church teaches about p*rnography 08:00 – The Theology of the Body and human dignity 10:10 – How p*rnography is reshaping today’s youth 13:20 – Intimacy, relationships, and the loss of real connection 14:30 – Breaking free from shame and guilt 17:00 – Living in freedom through grace 18:00 – Why accountability and community are vital 20:00 – How Fr. Meyer addresses p*rn in his parish 22:00 – The “Three B’s” to avoid: Bedroom, Bathroom, Basement 23:00 – Advice for parents raising children in a digital world 25:30 – A bold challenge to priests and Church leaders 27:00 – How to pray for Fr. Meyer and his ministry 28:30 – Final thoughts and how to connect Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    30 min
  7. OCT 27

    How to Reach Kids for Jesus in a Digital World | Fred Pry of Child Evangelism Fellowship

    How do we reach the next generation with the Gospel in an increasingly digital, distracted world? In this inspiring episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Fred Pry, a leader from Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) — one of the largest and most effective global children’s ministries — to talk about how they are reaching children with the love of Jesus Christ in over 200 countries. 💬 What you’ll discover in this episode: • How Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) has been transforming young lives for 88 years • The global mission: Every child, every nation, every day • Why digital outreach is vital to reaching today’s generation • How CEF’s Good News Clubs and 5-Day Clubs disciple kids and their families • The powerful impact of “children reaching children” evangelism • How you can pray for and get involved in this mission 📖 Key takeaway: The light of the Gospel shines brightest in the darkest places — and when children meet Jesus, entire families and communities are changed forever. 🌍 Learn more or get involved: 🔹 Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) https://www.cefonline.com/ 🔹 Covenant Eyes Accountability Software https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme 🙏 Support the mission: Pray for CEF workers around the world as they courageously bring the hope of Christ to children—even in restricted nations where faith must be shared in secret. 🕒 Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to The Covenant Eyes Podcast 00:25 – Meet Fred Pry and the mission of Child Evangelism Fellowship 01:50 – How CEF has been sharing the Gospel for 88 years 02:45 – What does evangelism look like for children today? 04:10 – Partnering with local churches to disciple kids 05:20 – Creative ways CEF makes Bible lessons come alive 06:20 – When one child’s faith transforms their entire family 07:40 – Why Gen Z is returning to faith 09:30 – Fred Pry’s personal faith journey and calling 11:00 – How culture and technology impact kids’ faith formation 12:20 – Bringing hope to children struggling with anxiety and hopelessness 13:30 – How adults can find purpose by serving children 15:00 – The eternal impact of children’s ministry 16:00 – Four ways to get involved: Know, Pray, Give, Go 18:30 – How technology and digital ministry are transforming outreach 20:00 – Unite TV, Unite Radio, and the CEF Kids App 21:00 – Global outreach: reaching kids in every nation 23:00 – How CEF serves children in underground churches and red zones 25:00 – Using LightStream devices to reach remote villages 27:00 – The future: Junior Youth Challenge and Children Reaching Children 30:00 – How CEF equips kids in apologetics and evangelism 32:00 – How to pray for CEF workers around the world 33:45 – Final thoughts and how to connect Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    35 min
  8. OCT 22

    Beth Davis: Finding Freedom from Pornography and Shame | Arise for Women & Blessed Is She

    💬 “There’s nothing wrong with you. Healing and freedom in Jesus are possible.” In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Rob Stoddard and Heidi Cooper sit down with Beth Davis — Director of Formation at Blessed Is She — to talk about breaking free from p*rn*graphy, shame, and isolation. Beth shares her personal story of encountering God’s mercy and the power of community through the *Arise for Women* program — a 21-day journey toward healing and freedom from p*rn*graphy. 💡 Topics in this episode: 0:00 – Introduction with Rob and Heidi 1:14 – Beth’s story: healing and deliverance through Christ 3:07 – What makes Arise for Women unique 5:13 – Women, shame, and the hidden struggle 10:25 – How churches can help women heal 15:20 – Mary and Elizabeth: biblical friendship and support 18:41 – Hope stories from Arise participants 20:03 – Beth’s prayer for 100,000 women to find freedom 22:17 – How to get involved with Arise and Blessed Is She 📘 Learn more: 👉 Arise for Women: https://cvnteyes.co/3ZvW65U 👉 Blessed Is She: https://www.blessedisshe.net 👉 Covenant Eyes: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme 🙌 If this conversation encouraged you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs hope. #CovenantEyes #AriseForWomen #BlessedIsShe #FreedomFromPornography #ChristianHealing #FaithAndFreedom #BethDavis #WomenOfFaith #BreakingShame #Testimony Send us your feedback! Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today! Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2024 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

    25 min
4.6
out of 5
70 Ratings

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The Covenant Eyes Podcast—your weekly go-to for faith-driven wisdom and tools to thrive in the digital world! Dive into overcoming porn addiction, navigating tech with a biblical lens, understanding the neuroscience of unwanted sexual behavior, healing from betrayal trauma, and protecting kids online. With bold stories, expert insights, and practical tips, we feature clinical experts, Christian leaders, influential faith voices, and relatable everyday heroes. Our guests deliver proven strategies to quit pornography, shield your children from digital dangers, and live with integrity in a tech-saturated age. Ready for a breakthrough? Tune in for hope, inspiring recovery journeys, and actionable steps to ignite your fresh start. Subscribe now—your victory over pornography addiction and digital struggles starts here! 

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