In this episode of the Know and Follow podcast, Pastor Addison Roberts sits down with Brad Aldrich, a Christian licensed marriage and family therapist who shares insights from his 20+ years of counseling experience. The conversation explores the value of professional marriage counseling, how couples can cultivate spiritual intimacy despite different faith expressions, and why many couples wait too long to seek help. Aldrich discusses key transition points in marriage that often create stress, including having children and becoming empty nesters, while offering practical advice on maintaining connection through intentional time together. The conversation also addresses how "purity culture" messaging has impacted Christian couples' intimacy and provides thoughtful guidance for developing healthier perspectives on sexuality within marriage.

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In this episode of the Know and Follow podcast, Pastor Addison Roberts sits down with Reid Drury, a Christian tattoo artist preparing to open his own shop in Lancaster. Drury shares his remarkable journey from drug addiction to faith through YWAM (Youth With A Mission), and how he discovered tattooing as both a profession and ministry opportunity. The conversation explores the unique challenges and opportunities of being a Christian in the tattoo industry, including navigating moral dilemmas, building relationships with clients, and using his platform to share the gospel. Drury offers insights on how his faith guides his work ethics and business decisions, while highlighting the powerful connections he's formed with clients who have come to faith through their relationship.

In this episode of Know and Follow, Pastor Addison sits down with Julie Baum from Align Life Ministries to discuss their mission to champion the sacredness of human life and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. Julie shares how Align supports women and families through pregnancy services, post-abortion care, and strategic partnerships. She recounts powerful stories of lives changed, God's provision through challenging times, and how the ministry stands as a beacon of hope and practical support. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, donating, or simply learning more about how faith shapes their approach, this episode is packed with inspiring insights.

🔗 Learn more about Align Life Ministries: https://alignlifeministries.org/

Content Warning

This episode of Know and Follow includes discussions about unexpected pregnancies, abortion, post-abortion regret, and sexual assault. Some listeners may find these topics sensitive or triggering.

If you or someone you know is in need of support, Align Life Ministries offers compassionate care and resources. Visit ⁠alignlifeministries.org⁠ for more information.

Please listen with care, and feel free to pause or seek support as needed.