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Heather O’Brien went to a church event looking for hypocrites. She introduced herself as a lesbian and waited for the rejection she expected. But the response challenged everything she thought she knew about Christians. In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone talks with Heather about growing up as a pastor’s daughter, walking away from God, military trauma, relationships with women, and the unexpected encounter that began her return to faith. Heather shares an honest story of gradual transformation, difficult setbacks, and discovering what it means to be loved by God. Her testimony offers encouragement for anyone wrestling with faith, identity, family relationships, or how to walk alongside someone they love. CHAPTERS 00:00 She Expected Rejection 01:53 Childhood and the Fear of Abandonment 05:26 A Tomboy Becomes a Pastor’s Daughter 08:50 Military Life and Questions of Identity 11:57 Deployment Trauma and Life Back Home 15:03 Coming Out to Her Christian Parents 24:30 Reconnecting With Her Family 27:23 Looking for Hypocrites at Church 34:06 The Encounter That Changed Her Direction 51:36 What God Taught Her About Healing and Hope Connect with Heather: https://tattooedrevivalist.com More episodes and ministry resources: https://calibrateministries.com Subscribe to Calibrate Conversations for more honest conversations about faith, sexuality, and the hope of Christ. This episode includes discussion of trauma, abuse, and a past suicide attempt. Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #CalibrateConversations #ChristianTestimony #FaithJourney

In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone sits down with journalist and podcaster Brandon Showalter of The Christian Post to discuss what Brandon describes as “one of the worst medical scandals in human history.” Brandon shares what he has uncovered after nearly a decade of reporting on the transgender movement—from the influence of WPATH and major institutions to puberty blockers, surgeries involving minors, public schools, parental rights, and the stories of families caught in the middle. They also discuss why Brandon believes many churches have remained silent, why Christians must be willing to speak truth even when it comes at a cost, and how the gospel offers real hope, forgiveness, healing, and restoration to those who have been harmed by transgender ideology. This is a difficult conversation, but one Christians, parents, pastors, and church leaders cannot afford to ignore. Timestamps 00:00 – The reality Brandon says we can’t stay silent about 02:06 – How Brandon began investigating the transgender movement 04:00 – “Are you ashamed of the gospel?” 10:14 – One of the worst medical scandals in human history 15:59 – Have churches been asleep at the wheel? 21:45 – The pressure being placed on parents 27:03 – What is WPATH and how influential is it? 34:02 – How many children are actually being affected? 39:50 – The role public schools are playing 46:39 – Detransitioners, the church, and hope in Jesus Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations

Daniel Mingo has spent decades following Jesus while navigating unwanted same-sex attraction, sexual addiction, marriage, recovery, and ministry. In this conversation, Daniel joins Brady Cone to share his story and discuss what it actually looks like to pursue Christ when same-sex attraction doesn't simply disappear. They talk about prayer, repentance, accountability, identity in Christ, sanctification, and why Daniel rejects the label “gay Christian.” They also discuss Side B Christianity, Revoice, the difference between temptation and identity, and why genuine discipleship requires more than simply changing behavior. This is a conversation about what it means to deny yourself, take up your cross, follow Jesus, and trust God with the process of sanctification—even when that process takes a lifetime. Learn more about Daniel Mingo and ABBA's Delight. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Daniel’s Story of Same-Sex Attraction 09:08 Following Jesus While Attractions Remained 17:00 Marriage, Temptation & Secret Struggles 27:20 Confessing to His Wife 29:17 Recognizing Sexual Addiction 36:59 God Calls Daniel Into Ministry 44:22 Is Change Actually Possible? 47:24 “Pray Away the Gay” vs. Side B Christianity 49:44 Why Daniel Rejects the “Gay Christian” Identity 51:17 Daniel’s Warning About the Gay Christian Movement 54:15 The Problem With Side B Christianity 56:18 Sanctification Takes Time 1:02:48 Why Discipleship Requires Community 1:03:37 Helping Christians With Same-Sex Attraction Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Christianity #SameSexAttraction #FollowingJesus

Social media is shaping what people believe about truth, sexuality, gender, abortion, faith, and the world around them. So should Christians simply walk away from it? For years, the common advice was that social media wasn't the place for meaningful conversations and that nobody's mind was going to be changed online. But what happens when we see people's beliefs being radically shaped by what they encounter on social media? In this episode, we look at social media as the modern public square and why Christians need to be part of the conversation. That doesn't mean becoming argumentative, harsh, or consumed by online debates. Christians are still called to demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit, speak with grace, build real relationships, and examine their own hearts. But if social media is where worldviews are being formed and cultural conversations are happening, Christians cannot simply surrender that space. How can we be bold without being belligerent? How can we speak truth while honoring Christ? And how can social media be used as a tool for God's glory? It's time to think seriously about our role in the digital public square. Timestamps: 00:00 Why My View of Social Media Changed 00:44 Can Social Media Actually Change Minds? 01:23 How Social Media Shapes Beliefs 02:10 “Where Were the Christians?” 02:42 When Christians Are Silent 03:34 Speaking Truth Without Becoming a Blowhard 05:00 Seeing Real Fruit From Social Media 06:29 Why Christians Need to Join the Conversation 07:08 Social Media Is the Modern Public Square 10:11 Be Bold Without Being Belligerent Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Christianity #ChristianWorldview #SocialMedia

Conceived in rape and scheduled for abortion — until a law saved her life. Now Rebecca Kiessling fights to make sure every child conceived that way receives the same protection. A conversation on the "rape exception," adoption, and what it actually looks like to support a woman through an unplanned pregnancy. Support Save the One: savetheone.com More episodes: calibrateministries.com Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:42 The story — adoption, searching for a birth mother, and the discovery 02:24 The devastation of learning the truth 05:42 Finding identity in Christ 07:39 The mission behind Save the One 08:53 Why "Save the One" — and the problem with the rape exception 12:14 The women who regret their abortions 15:44 The exchange: "Did I deserve the protection I received?" 19:41 How to actually support a woman pregnant by rape 25:52 The Rape Survivor Child Custody Act 28:33 Practical ways to support single mothers 31:06 Resources and how to get involved 33:24 "Happy birthday — I'm so glad you were born." Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #adoption #adoptionstories #unplannedpregnancy #everylife #savetheone #Abortion #Abolition

Can parenting influence a child's sexuality? It's one of the most debated questions in Christian circles—and one that's often answered with extremes. In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone responds to the claim that "bad parenting doesn't make kids gay" and explores what Scripture, discipleship, and years of ministry reveal about family dynamics, childhood wounds, and same-sex attraction. This conversation is not about blaming parents. It's about understanding how emotional attachment, trauma, and the lies we believe can shape our hearts while remembering that every person is responsible before God and that true healing is found in Christ. If you're a parent, someone wrestling with same-sex attraction, or simply trying to think biblically about these issues, this episode is for you. In this episode: Do parents cause same-sex attraction? Can childhood trauma influence sexuality? What role do emotionally distant fathers and anxious mothers play? Why grace for parents matters. Understanding the difference between influence and blame. How Romans 1 informs discipleship and healing. Shepherding your child's heart with humility and truth. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Responding to the Facebook claim 03:17 Parents aren't to blame 06:38 Family patterns that matter 07:07 The role of sexual abuse 09:35 Three parenting categories 13:23 Romans 1 and believing lies 15:31 Why ignoring root issues is dangerous 18:00 Understanding the past without excusing sin 20:10 Encouragement for parents 22:48 Final encouragement and ministry invitation If this conversation encouraged you, like this video, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs biblical clarity and hope. Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Parenting #Discipleship #BiblicalTruth

What if one of the biggest debates surrounding abortion isn't happening between pro-choice and pro-life—but within the pro-life movement itself? In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone sits down with Kristine Harhoef, founder of Not A Victim, to discuss the growing abolitionist movement, the push for equal protection legislation, and why many Christians are rethinking what it truly means to defend the unborn. This conversation explores difficult questions about justice, accountability, biblical ethics, and the role of the Church in ending abortion. This is a discussion every Christian should hear before forming an opinion. Watch until the end and decide for yourself. Timestamps: 00:00 Why This Conversation Matters 01:15 What Makes Abolitionism Different? 03:55 Why Immediate Abolition? 05:14 Calling Sin What It Is 12:23 What Equal Protection Actually Means 16:32 Common Misconceptions About Equal Protection 20:35 Why the Pro-Life Movement Is Divided 23:06 Kristine's Viral Texas GOP Speech 28:09 Is Equal Protection Compassionate? 35:18 Resources for Learning More Resources Mentioned: Abolish Human Abortion https://abolishhumanabortion.com Abolitionist Rising https://abolitionistrising.com Not A Victim https://notavictim.org Things You Say To... https://thingsyousayto.com Calibrate Ministries https://calibrateministries.com Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Abolition #ProLife #Abortion

Is the pro-life movement the same as the abortion abolitionist movement? No — and the difference matters. In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady Cone sits down with constitutional attorney Bradley Pierce, president of the Foundation to Abolish Abortion and Abolish Abortion Texas, to discuss why Christians should support the abolition of abortion and equal protection for preborn children. Bradley explains how abortion abolitionism differs from the mainstream pro-life movement, why many pro-life laws still fall short, and why equal protection is both a biblical and legal issue. Brady and Bradley also discuss justice, mercy, repentance, the role of pregnancy resource centers, and what Christians can do to faithfully protect life. At Calibrate Ministries, we agree with Bradley that Christians must pursue biblical justice without partiality while also extending mercy and gospel hope to those who repent. Learn more about Bradley and his work here: Website: https://faa.life/ Website: https://abolishabortiontx.org/ Timestamps: 00:00 — Introducing Constitutional Attorney Bradley Pierce 01:56 — Why Abortion Matters to Biblical Sexuality 03:59 — How Bradley Became an Abolitionist 07:14 — Equal Protection and Impartial Justice 08:39 — Why Abolitionists Reject Blanket Immunity 10:31 — Toxic Empathy and the Abortion Debate 17:18 — Why Laws Are Meant to Deter Evil 20:19 — Justice and Mercy Can Work Together 28:28 — The Problem with Pro-Life Incrementalism 34:34 — The Texas GOP Fight for Equal Protection Watch more from Calibrate Ministries: calibrateministries.com Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Abolitionism #BradleyPierce #Abortion

When Jesse Ridgway and his wife publicly shared their decision to abort their child after a Down syndrome diagnosis, the internet erupted with outrage. But does this controversy reveal a much bigger problem? In this episode, we examine the deeper issues behind the headlines: abortion, equal protection, the divide between the pro-life and abolitionist movements, and whether our laws should treat unborn children the same as every other human being. This conversation isn't about internet drama. It's about justice, compassion, truth, and the value of every human life. Timestamps: 00:00 Jesse Ridgway Sparks National Debate 01:17 Why This Story Hit So Hard 02:12 The Divide Between Pro-Life and Abolitionism 02:48 Has the Pro-Life Movement Failed? 03:55 Can Society Function Without Justice? 05:07 Why Government Has a God-Given Role 05:33 Justice, Mercy, and Changed Hearts 06:23 Why Compassion Isn't Enough 07:03 Should Christians Call Abortion Murder? 08:09 The Case for Equal Protection Laws 08:45 Why Criminalization Is So Controversial 09:20 What Christians Should Do Next Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Abortion #ProLife #JesseRidgeway #ChristianPodcast #Abolitionism #EqualProtection #BiblicalTruth

How should Christians respond to Pride Month? Many believers find themselves caught between two extremes: staying silent or responding with anger. In this episode, Brady Cone explores a better way forward—one rooted in biblical truth, gospel hope, and genuine influence. Discover how Christians can stand firm in their convictions, engage the culture with wisdom, and share truth without unnecessarily pushing people away. Whether you're navigating conversations online, engaging with friends and family, or simply wondering how to make a difference in today's culture, this discussion offers practical guidance for responding with both truth and grace. 👇 Let us know in the comments: How do you think Christians should engage during Pride Month? Timestamps: 00:00 – Why Pride Month Matters for Christians 01:00 – Checking Our Own Pride First 03:13 – Three Ways Christians Respond to Culture 04:24 – What Actually Changes People's Minds 05:25 – The Importance of Public Discourse 06:13 – Why Christians Must Engage the Public Square 07:45 – Speaking Truth With Grace 09:27 – Counting the Cost of Influence 11:48 – Responses That Often Backfire 14:12 – Examples of Effective Cultural Engagement 16:08 – Standing Firm Without Pushing People Away Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #PrideMonth #Christianity #BiblicalTruth

Cam Lambert shares how years of hidden pornography addiction eventually led to devastating consequences, public exposure, and hopelessness. But when everything came crashing down, God used brokenness, confession, and Christian community to completely transform his life. This is a powerful testimony about shame, redemption, repentance, discipleship, and the hope found in Christ. Based on a conversation from the Calibrate Conversations podcast. Timestamps: 0:04:04 — Hidden Sin Turns Into Double Life 0:06:21 — First Time Seeing Christians Confess Sin 0:07:24 — The Text Message Confession That Changed Everything 0:08:26 — Arrested, Exposed, And Certain His Life Was Over 0:10:05 — Choosing Between Porn And The Bible 0:11:43 — Why Jail Became A Turning Point 0:13:19 — “I Had Nothing Left To Hide” 0:16:17 — Turning His Past Into Ministry For Other Men 0:27:08 — The Alarming Pornography Statistics Inside The Church 0:49:42 — Over 400 Men Sign Up For Fight Club Ministry Check out Cam's Ministry  @TheOneLostSheepMinistries   Website: https://theonelostsheep.com Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Pornography #Truth #Jesus

Patti Height shares her powerful testimony of growing up with gender confusion, same-sex attraction, abuse, addiction, and deep loneliness — and how an encounter with Jesus Christ completely transformed her life. In this conversation with Brady Cone, Patti opens up about: childhood confusion and trauma, addiction and destructive relationships, life inside LGBTQ identity, the moment she encountered the truth of the Gospel, and how both she and her girlfriend surrendered their lives to Christ on the same day. This is ultimately a story about truth, repentance, grace, discipleship, and the transforming power of Jesus. Timestamps: 00:00 — Patti’s Introduction & Why These Testimonies Matter 02:34 — “You Shall Know the Truth, and the Truth Shall Make You Free” 05:02 — Childhood Gender Confusion Begins 09:03 — Abuse, Rejection, and the Seeds of Deception 17:05 — Alcohol, Drugs, and Escaping the Pain 22:54 — Marriage, Abuse, and Eventually Coming Out as Gay 37:04 — The Question That Changed Everything 39:00 — Searching for God and Opening the Bible 47:36 — Patti Gives Her Life to Jesus 49:45 — Leaving the Relationship and Following Christ Check out Pattie's ministry, Out of Egypt Ministries ( @pattiheight2493 ) here: Website: https://outofegyptministries.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCeNnvR8n3RMBXcKRihBz6w/featured Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Truth #Jesus #LGBTQ #Restoration #Christianity

Alan Chambers — former president of Exodus International — was recently arrested in what authorities describe as a child enticement sting operation. In this video, we respond to the news with both truth and grace, discussing sin, compromise, repentance, and the importance of gospel hope. This conversation also addresses how stories like this are often used in broader cultural debates surrounding sexuality, faith, and transformation in Christ. Rather than celebrating someone’s downfall, Christians are called to pray, remain vigilant against sin, and point people toward the redeeming power of Jesus. Topics covered: -The history of Exodus International -Alan Chambers’ theological shift over the years -The destructive nature of unrepentant sin -How Christians should respond biblically -Why gospel hope still matters -Ministries and testimonies of transformation in Christ Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Christianity #Repentance #Truth

She planned to have a sex change operation. Today, she lives as a woman — and she has a dissertation full of research to prove her transformation wasn't an accident. In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, we sit down with Linda Seiler — a woman who identified as transgender and same-sex attracted from childhood — and Andrew Rodriguez, a licensed professional counselor, to tackle one of the most controversial topics in culture and the church right now: conversion therapy. Is it harmful? Is it even real? And what does the research actually say? We break down: * What "conversion therapy" actually is (vs. what the media says it is) * The Pila & Sutton 2021 longitudinal study showing measurable change IS possible * Linda's personal story of transformation through surrender to Jesus * Why the opposite of homosexuality isn't heterosexuality — it's holiness * How James 5:16 and community played a role in Linda's healing journey * What the church gets right and wrong about same-sex attraction This isn't a political conversation. It's a Gospel one. Learn more about Linda here: Website: https://lindaseiler.com/home/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RevLindaSeiler/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RevLindaSeiler/featured  @RevLindaSeiler   Learn more about Andrew here: Youtube:  @PsychoBible   Blog: https://psychobible.wordpress.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/PsychoBible_AR Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-407585 Locals:  https://psychobible.locals.com/   Odysee: https://odysee.com/@PsychoBible:d Join my email list by contacting me at [email protected]. My counseling practice: www.integritychristiancounseling.care Timestamps: 0:03:13 — “I Felt Like a Boy Trapped in a Girl’s Body” 0:03:40 — “I Was Ready to Transition as a Kid” 0:04:53 — “I Was Suicidal Because I Hated My Body” 0:05:36 — “I Thought Jesus Would Take It All Away Overnight” 0:06:55 — “The Moment That Started My Transformation” 0:07:45 — “I No Longer Wanted to Be a Man” 0:10:47 — “Even Without Culture, We Still Struggle” 0:14:40 — “Conversion Therapy Isn’t Even a Real Term” 0:32:35 — “Change Was Never My Goal” 0:35:01 — “Transformation Happens as You Surrender” Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #Transgender #Therapy #Transformation

This conversation started with a few comments… and quickly turned into something much bigger. In this episode of Calibrate Conversations, Brady sits down with Amber to unpack one of the most debated topics in the church today—gender roles. They walk through: The difference between egalitarian and complementarian views Why this issue creates so much tension (even among Christians) Amber’s personal journey from supporting women in ministry to rethinking everything How culture—and even the church—has shaped the conversation This isn’t about winning arguments. It’s about finding clarity in what Scripture actually teaches. Join us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality!  Timestamps: 0:00 — Why This Conversation Matters 0:38 — The Backlash That Started It All 2:17 — Understanding the Three Views 2:54 — What Is Egalitarianism? 3:41 — What Is Complementarianism? 4:41 — Where the Culture Gets It Wrong 9:04 — Amber’s Story Begins 11:48 — Questioning What She Was Taught 16:01 — The Tension Between Culture and Scripture 24:47 — Finding Clarity in a Confused World Other ways to listen: https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations #CalibrateConversations #Complementarian #Egalitarian