UNASHAMED: The FirstLight Ministries Podcast

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In the face of betrayal, triggers can be everywhere. A late arrival, a phone taken into another room, or even an ordinary moment can suddenly transport a wife back into the pain of betrayal; heart racing, thoughts spiraling, and trust shattered.

In this episode of UNAshamed, Jonathan Shilts and FirstLight Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg PLPC explore how triggers work, why they’re not simply a choice, and how they impact trust, relationships, and healing after betrayal. With practical tools and Christ-centered hope, this conversation helps listeners begin to answer a difficult question: How do I move forward when this is holding me back?
Featuring: Karen Kallberg PLPC, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Theme music is No Indication used with permission by TrackTribe.
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In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble discusses triggers among men who use pornographic materials. The world is unpredictable and triggers are everywhere, so tune in and discover how men can recontextualize destabilizing experiences to resist temptation.
Featuring: Rev. David Noble, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Theme music is No Indication used with permission by TrackTribe.
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In this episode of UNAshamed, Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg and Clinical Director Shari unpack the whirlwind of emotions behind betrayal trauma. Together they discuss how past wounds shape perception, why understanding trauma matters for lasting healing, and how to move forward with wisdom and grace.
Featuring: Shari Montague, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Theme music is No Indication used with permission by TrackTribe.
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In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble and Clinical Director Shari explore the complex role trauma can play in sexual sin, compulsive sexual behavior, and sex addiction. Together they discuss how past wounds shape coping patterns, why understanding trauma matters for lasting healing, and how the gospel and wise care can help men and couples move toward freedom, honesty, and restoration.
Featuring: Shari Montague, Rev. David Noble, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Theme music is No Indication used with permission by TrackTribe.
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When secret sexual sin comes into the light, everything changes. In this episode of UNAshamed, Men’s Director David Noble, Clinical Director Shari Montague, and Spouse Care Director Karen Kallberg explore what happens when sin is discovered, how poorly handled disclosure can deepen wounds, and how thoughtful, guided disclosure can become the first step toward real healing for both men and their wives.

Featuring: Shari Montague, Rev. David Noble, Karen Kallberg, and Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Produced and hosted by Rev. Jonathan Shilts
Theme music is No Indication used with permission by TrackTribe.
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