Redeeming Love Podcast

From addiction and living out (or acting on) same sex attraction to redeemed by Christ

Haley lived both lives… and one nearly destroyed her. For years, Haley Burns walked a double life, faith on the outside, chaos on the inside. Same-sex attraction. Pornography. Alcohol. Shame. Suicidal thoughts. She tried everything the world said would make her feel free… but instead, she felt like her spirit was suffocating. Then one moment changed everything. This is a raw, honest conversation about identity, addiction, grief, and what it actually looks like to come back to Jesus Christ when you feel completely lost. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you want to be… this episode is for you. Timestamps: 0:00 – The emptiness of chasing the world 1:45 – Growing up LDS but feeling different 6:00 – Same-sex attraction, secrecy, and early addiction 12:30 – Living a double life and leaving the Church 18:00 – Hitting rock bottom: loss, grief, and numbness 25:00 – The moment she surrendered to Jesus 35:00 – Life now: freedom, identity, and healing This episode is just the beginning. Over the next few months, we’ll be diving deeper into topics like sexuality, pornography, identity, and how to actually walk with Christ in a real way. Sponsored by the Stay Mentally Strong Foundation If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts, you are not alone. Learn more or get help here: https://staymentallystrong.org

I was Redeemed by Christ from Pornography and Addiction

In this episode, I share what it really felt like to hit rock bottom. Losing my marriage, business, identity, being excommunicated from my church, and sense of purpose while battling addiction. At my lowest, everything was driven by lust, validation, and escape. What started early turned into years of addiction that kept pulling me deeper, leaving me empty and searching for more. After reaching a breaking point, everything began to change. Through accountability, surrender, and a decision to fully walk with Christ, I started rebuilding my life from the inside out. A new identity. A new purpose. A new life with God. Today, I’m helping others overcome addiction, rewire their thinking, and step into who they’re meant to become. 00:00 - Losing everything and hitting rock bottom 08:00 - Addiction, identity, and the downward spiral 24:45 - Lust vs purpose and what actually fulfills you 41:15 - The turning point: walking in the Spirit 01:05:00 - Rewiring identity and finding real purpose Thanks for letting me come on your Dustin! I’m grateful for the opportunity to share this message. This episode is brought to you by Gina Oliverson and the Stay Mentally Strong Foundation, a nonprofit focused on men’s mental health and suicide awareness. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available: https://staymentallystrong.org

Redeemed by Christ from Alcohol Addiction

From early exposure to alcohol… to years of addiction… to hitting rock bottom and losing everything, Landon shares what it really felt like to live in that darkness. At his lowest, he was isolated, battling addiction daily, and ready to give up. But that’s not where his story ends. After a cancer diagnosis, losing control of his life, and reaching a breaking point, everything began to change. Through surrender, faith, and a decision to accept help, Landon found a new life. A life of purpose. A life of peace. A life with God. Today, he’s sober, rebuilding, and stepping into fatherhood, something he once thought was impossible. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, lost, or too far gone. You’re not. 00:00 - Introduction & Satisfaction 01:18 - Identifying the Modern Problem 03:17 - Loss of Natural Pauses 06:31 - Missing Cultural and Weekly Rests 09:31 - The Importance of Satisfaction 11:33 - Invitation to Pause 20:36 - Tip #1: Highlight Reel 32:20 - Final Thoughts & Invitation This episode is brought to you by Gina Oliverson and the Stay Mentally Strong Foundation, a nonprofit focused on men’s mental health and suicide awareness. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available: https://staymentallystrong.org

When My Teen Life Went Off Track… Jesus Saved Me

Life unraveled early for Tiarra. As a teenager, she found herself navigating family upheaval, heartbreak, and choices that left her feeling lost… until honest questions about faith led her back to God. In this episode, Tiarra shares a story of searching, healing, and rediscovering purpose. After her parents’ divorce changed the stability of her childhood, she spent her teenage years trying to find belonging and love in places that ultimately left her feeling more alone. At 16, a difficult situation connected to a high school relationship led to a short stay in juvenile detention, adding to the emotional weight she was already carrying. At 17, hoping for stability and a fresh start, she married young, but the marriage ended before she graduated high school. In the years that followed, she coped through unhealthy relationships and drinking, while quietly feeling like her life was drifting further from who she wanted to become. A pivotal moment came after a night of heavy drinking that forced her to confront the reality that the path she was on wasn’t bringing the healing she was searching for. From there, Tiarra began asking deeper questions about faith, identity, and the kind of life she truly wanted. Step by step, she chose a different direction, rebuilding her relationship with God and embracing a covenant life she once thought was out of reach. If you’ve ever wondered whether your past mistakes or painful seasons have changed your future, Tiarra’s story is a reminder that healing and redemption are always possible. This episode is brought to you by Gina Oliverson and the Stay Mentally Strong Foundation, a nonprofit focused on men’s mental health and suicide awareness. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available: https://staymentallystrong.org

My Dad Was Given 2 Months to Live… What God Taught Us

What happens when your dad is told he only has two months to live? In this episode, Olivia Burnett shares the story of her father’s stage four cancer diagnosis, the final months their family spent together, and the faith in God that carried them through grief, fear, and loss. From the moment they received the diagnosis to the powerful lessons her father left behind, Olivia opens up about how this experience changed her life and her relationship with God. This conversation explores faith during suffering, losing a parent, cancer, family, and trusting God in life’s hardest moments. In this episode: • Losing a father to cancer • Faith in God during grief • Lessons from a dying parent • Finding peace in the middle of loss This episode is sponsored by Gina Alverson and the Stay Mentally Strong Foundation, a nonprofit focused on men’s mental health and suicide awareness. They provide free resources to help those who are struggling find support and hope. Learn more in the link below: https://www.staymentallystrong.com/