"behind The Curtain" Ministry Podcast With Noah Filipiak

Noah has an in-depth conversation with Mark and Beth Denison on Mark's decades-long sexual addiction, the betrayal trauma Beth experienced from that, and how they found hope and healing. This is a must-listen for anyone in recovery and their spouse.    This is Mark's second time on The Flip Side. You can listen to he and Noah's first conversation on sexual addiction here (Episode 76).    Mark and Beth Denison have been married for 41 years. Though raised in Texas, they now live in Bradenton, Florida, where they are near their son and grandson. Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for 31 years, a church planter, and a university Board chairman three times. He also served as chaplain for the Houston Rocket’s NBA franchise, and is author of 12 books, including Jesus & the 12 Steps, Porn in the Pew, and his newest release, Advanced Recovery. Mark’s training in recovery work includes a Master’s Degree with a focus on recovery. He is a trained PSAP and member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Be

Noah has an in-depth conversation with Matthew Soerens of World Relief and the Evangelical Immigration Table on immigration, particularly as it relates to what the Bible says and the rhetoric being used by politicians in this election cycle. Matthew explains what immigration policy is and responds to the primary concerns Americans have about immigration. Noah and Matthew talk about the public witness of the Church during this season of history with the aim of bringing us closer to the heart of Jesus.    Matthew Soerens serves as Vice President of Advocacy and Policy for World Relief and the National Coordinator for the Evangelical Immigration Table, a coalition of evangelical organizations of which World Relief is a founding member. He is the co-author of Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion & Truth in the Immigration Debate (InterVarsity Press, 2018), Seeking Refuge: On the Shores of the Global Refugee Crisis (Moody Publishers, 2016) and Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save t

Noah has a conversation with Katara Washington Patton about depression, anxiety, and worry–how common these struggles are in Scripture and amongst Christians, but how they are stigmatized in the church. They talk about breaking through barriers to reach out for help if you need it, as well as how to be a good friend to someone struggling with their mental health.  Katara Washington Patton is Executive Editor at Our Daily Bread Publishing, and the author of eight books, including her latest Navigating the Blues: Where to Turn When Worry, Anxiety, or Depression Steal Your Hope, an Amazon best-seller.   She is also the author of Successful Moms of the Bible, Successful Women of the Bible, and Successful Leaders of the Bible, among other works.    Katara has worked in the editorial and acquisitions departments at Weekly Reader Corporation, Jet Magazine, Urban Ministries, Inc. (UMI), McGraw-Hill, The African American Pulpit, The Chicago Defender, Tyndale House Publishers, and Christian Century Magazine. She is cur

Noah has a conversation with Pieter Valk on how the opposite of addiction is connection, how our culture grooms us into isolation, and how we need to be very intentional to get out of that rut and find true community.    Pieter Valk is a speaker/author on vocational singleness and LGBT+ topics according to a biblical sexual ethic, the Executive Director of Equip (a Christian ministry that trains leaders around LGBT+ topics), a cofounder of the Nashville Family of Brothers (an ecumenically Christian modern monastery), a teacher/aspiring deacon in the Anglican Church in North America, and a licensed professional counselor. He helps churches love gay people and celibate Christians find family. Follow him on socials @pieterLvalk and learn more at www.pieterLvalk.com. You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-eghFh-91gc   Flip Side Notes: Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net   Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew

Noah has a conversation with Dr. Sandra Richter on her new Bible study Deborah: Unlikely Heroes and the Book of Judges. In the podcast interview, Sandy talks through difficult stumbling blocks to approaching the Old Testament like violence and sexism. She gives great insight into why and how to read the Old Testament and apply it to our lives as new covenant Christians, with a focus on the unique person of Deborah.    Sandy Richter is the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA. Richter earned her PhD in Hebrew Bible from Harvard University and her MA in Theological Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She is the author of The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament (IVP) and the much-loved series of video Bible study curriculums that have grown from that project. She has taught at Asbury Theological Seminary, Wesley Biblical Seminary, and Wheaton College. As her many students will tell you, Sandy’s particular gift is bringing the real pe

Noah has a conversation with Kristen Miele on sex education in today's day and age. They talk through complex issues like abortion, LGBTQ, porn, and much more.    Kristen Miele is the founder and owner of Sex Ed Reclaimed. She has been educating youth on the topic of sex for the last 15 years, teaching in hundreds of diverse settings including 2 different countries on content related to sex and sexuality. Kristen has a Bachelor’s and Masters of Science in Community Health from the University of Illinois and is also a Certified Health Education Specialist. The vision for Sex Ed Reclaimed came to her in November 2021through prayer. Kristen lives with her husband and daughter. They are expecting their second daughter in October and live in Columbus, Ohio.   www.sexedreclaimed.com @sexedreclaimed for IG, TikTok   You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MrOo8M2Tk7s   Flip Side Notes: Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net   Support Flip Side sponso

Noah has a conversation with Sean Nemecek on the high rate of burnout by those in serving fields like nurses, doctors, counselors, teachers, and pastors. They hone in on pastors and the church, looking at what causes burnout, how we can better care for our pastors, and what spiritual practices are needed by all of us.    Sean Nemecek is the author of The Weary Leader’s Guide to Burnout (Outreach Magazine's 2024 Leadership Resource of the Year) and the West Michigan Regional Director for Pastor-in-Residence Ministries. Sean served as a pastor for 18 years before joining PIR. Now he works as both a spiritual director and ministry coach — specializing in coaching people through burnout and helping organizations develop an anti-burnout culture. He is all about helping people feel seen, heard, and known in the welcoming presence of our loving God.   wearyleadersguide.com Seannemecek.com  Pastorsoul.com  Pirministries.org   You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HtntchR1ELI Flip Si

Noah has an in-depth conversation with his former seminary professor Dr. David Turner about macro trends in Christian colleges and seminaries, and deep concerns about Noah's alma mater and Dr. Turner's employer of 32 years, Cornerstone University & Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. The conversation will address abusive leadership, dishonesty and manipulation, and merging Christianity with politics, all while boldly claiming to be Christ-centered. This conversation comes from a deep love both Noah and David have for Cornerstone University, and a responsibility they feel to speak up for Kingdom values.    We hope this creates a space for CU/GRTS alumni to process and grieve, and for those who aren't connected with the school to think critically about trends within American Christianity and how that compares to the Jesus of the Bible.    You don't have to agree with everything we say in this conversation. Noah and David don't agree on everything. But we hope this helps you think deeply and pray more effecti

Noah has an in-depth conversation with his former seminary professor Dr. David Turner about macro trends in Christian colleges and seminaries, and deep concerns about Noah's alma mater and Dr. Turner's employer of 32 years, Cornerstone University & Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. The conversation will address abusive leadership, dishonesty and manipulation, and merging Christianity with politics, all while boldly claiming to be Christ-centered. This conversation comes from a deep love both Noah and David have for Cornerstone University, and a responsibility they feel to speak up for Kingdom values.    We hope this creates a space for CU/GRTS alumni to process and grieve, and for those who aren't connected with the school to think critically about trends within American Christianity and how that compares to the Jesus of the Bible.    You don't have to agree with everything we say in this conversation. Noah and David don't agree on everything. But we hope this helps you think deeply and pray more effecti

Noah has a conversation with Dr. Joy Skarka about her journey of overcoming pornography, as well as the stigma and shame that it came with. Joy is on staff at Authentic Intimacy, which provides a multitude of resources to help men, women, and couples overcome unwanted sexual behavior and find healing. She and Dr. Juli Slattery's new book Her Freedom Journey: A Guide Out of Porn and Shame to Authentic Intimacy is available on July 2nd, 2024. Be sure to pick up your copy today.    Dr. Joy Skarka is the Authentic Intimacy Program Manager and is on the front lines of serving the Authentic Intimacy member community. Joy joined the Authentic Intimacy team in 2020 and has built a transformational ministry for women who struggle with sexual shame and pornography. (Read Joy’s blogs here.)    Joy is passionate about creating spaces to free women from sexual shame and leads online small groups for women with unwanted sexual behavior. She coaches and teaches Christian leaders how to help women find freedom from sexual sh

Noah has a conversation with Jalen Seawright on worship and justice. This conversation is meant to help you think critically and come closer to the heart of God for worship and the oppressed. It centers around applying biblical texts to modern day racial and economic injustices, and casts a vision for churches and Christians who believe in the whole Bible and want to obey it and live it out. As Jalen says, "Less talk, and more walk!" You will be challenged and stretched by this conversation. If you want to grow in your walk with the Lord, tune in! Jalen Seawright is a pastor, community activist and justice advocate. He and his wife reside in the Detroit area and have three beautiful daughters. Jalen is an experienced musician and worship leader who has spent most of his life serving churches in Michigan’s urban core. Jalen continues to work in music and leads worship for various churches in the metro Detroit region. He is currently the Worship Pastor at LifeChurch Southfield and LifeChurch Riverside. He is a

Yo! This 5 MIN FLIP went way long. Just a heads up to brace yourself for 30 minutes and to think of this as more of a mini long-form episode. 

Noah has a conversation with Drew Boa on the deep layers we need to address to overcome porn and unwanted sexual behavior. Within this, they discuss how trauma affects everyone, not just those with acute trauma experiences, and how this trauma leads us into our addictions and coping mechanisms. You can learn more and get great free resources at www.healyourtrauma.com.     Drew Boa is the founder of Husband Material, where he helps men outgrow pornography. As a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional (PSAP), Drew has worked with hundreds of men healing all kinds of sexual brokenness. Drew is the author of Redeemed Sexuality and host of the Husband Material Podcast. Drew lives in Colorado Springs, CO with his wife and three kids. His favorite activity is trail running.     You can also watch the podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0PI1NJ5lg_o   Flip Side Notes: Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net   Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at ang

Noah interviews Dr. Carol Tanksley on her new book Sexpectations: Reframing Your Good and Not-So-Good Stories About God, Love, and Relationships. The conversation covers a broad spectrum of topics relating to sexuality for singles and married couples and how each of us are looking for sexual wholeness. Noah and Dr. Carol talk at length about when a husband and wife have different levels of sex drive within a marriage, the problems this can cause, and what can be done about it.    Carol Tanksley, M.D., D.Min., is an author, speaker, podcaster, personal coach, licensed OB-Gyn physician, and ordained Doctor of Ministry. Known to some of her friends as Doctor-Doctor, and dubbed by her seminary dean as Doctor of Souls, Dr. Carol currently spends her time leading Dr. Carol Ministries, a parachurch ministry focused on helping people here and around the world find the Fully Alive life Jesus came to bring us especially in the areas of relationships, sexuality, mental wellbeing, and relationship with God.    You can a