When it comes to overcoming something as prevalent and addictive as pornography, it's not just about willpower... As followers of Jesus, we can trust God's framework for healthy sexuality that involves covenant, communication and genuine intimacy.

Resources: Covenant Eyes, Pure Desire

Contact Bill Newton: bnewton@absc.org

What does it look like for women to fulfill the call to serve the body of Christ? Today, we get to hear from two special guests - Carmen Lane and Nicole Courson - as they share how God called them and continues to encourage them as they serve the Lord.

Pastor Ed Newton joins us today on the podcast, sharing some personal insights and encouragements about how God sees us versus how we sometimes see ourselves.

You can learn more about Ed Newton at ednewton.com

Joining the podcast today is Pastor John Meador! In this episode, John encourages listeners to embrace their calling and trust in God’s ongoing work in their lives.

John is a longtime pastor from Texas who has served at Cross City Church (formerly First Baptist Church, Euless) for over 20 years, with a total ministry spanning 40 years.

His new book, "God's Not Done With You" reflects on biblical examples such as David, Peter, and Paul to emphasize that no one is beyond God’s grace, regardless of past failures.

Learn more about Pastor John at johnmeador.com

Wade Wilson shares about his call to serve overseas through the International Mission Board's two-year Journeyman program.

If you want to learn more about missions opportunities through the IMB, visit imb.org

Andy Pettigrew joins the podcast today to share about missions in his own life and opportunities for you to join the global effort to fulfill the Great Commission.

Learn more at imb.org

About our guest: Andy and his family served as missionaries to sub-Saharan Africa with IMB for 13 years. Andy now leads NextGen Mobilization for the IMB with a passion to serve local churches and NextGen ministries in carrying out the Great Commission. Andy speaks often throughout the country in mobilizing young people to serve on mission as well as in training leaders to that end. Andy is a PhD candidate at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Christian Leadership. When not on the road or in front of a computer, you may find Andy looking for birds, throwing a frisbee, or anticipating the next adventure with his family.

Editor's note: At minute 4:19 in this episode, a statement was made that suggested no African countries spoke Spanish, but the interesting reality is that there actually is one country within Africa that speaks Spanish as it's official language: Equatorial Guinea! Our podcast editor has a missionary friend currently ministering to the people living in the small, relatively unknown country of Equatorial Guinea. If you're a Spanish speaker, or you've had some Spanish classes in school, there may be a place for you in Africa to use your language skills to share the good news about Jesus! And for more info about the many places you can serve, visit imb.org

Tara and Jamie Dew join us in this episode to discuss their own calls to ministry, the importance of a seminary education and the value of in-person learning.

You can learn more about New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary at nobts.edu

In this episode of the Lead Defend Podcast, Bill and Brock welcome back renowned author and apologist Lee Strobel to discuss his latest book, "Seeing The Supernatural." Unlike his famous "Case for" series, this book takes a different approach, focusing not just on proving the supernatural exists but helping readers experience and understand it from a biblical perspective.