Lust, Shame, & The Path to Freedom | Denis Gerasimov #11

In this episode of the Eddiefied Podcast, Eddie sits down with pastor, teacher, and coach Denis Gerasimov for one of the most honest and necessary conversations the church needs right now.Together, they address a struggle that affects millions of believers—but is rarely talked about openly: sexual lust, shame, and hidden sin, and how these battles quietly impact marriages, leadership, mental health, and spiritual life.Denis shares his personal story of wrestling with lust over many years—even while serving in ministry—and how secrecy, shame, and isolation kept him stuck. Rather than focusing on surface-level behavior management, this conversation goes deeper into the heart, exploring how unmet emotional needs, distorted beliefs, and lack of healthy community often fuel destructive patterns.This episode covers:• Why lust is often a coping mechanism for deeper emotional pain• The difference between temptation and sin—and why clarity matters• How shame isolates believers and keeps them from healing• The devastating impact hidden sin can have on marriage and trust• Why accountability alone is not enough for lasting freedom• How renewing the mind, understanding identity in Christ, and building healthy rhythms lead to real change• What Hebrews 10:24 looks like in real life—not theory• Why freedom is possible, even if you’ve struggled for yearsThis is not a conversation about condemnation or “trying harder.”It’s about bringing things into the light, rediscovering hope, and learning how God’s grace transforms us from the inside out.If you’re a man who feels stuck, disqualified, or exhausted from fighting alone—or if you’re a leader, husband, or believer who wants to walk in integrity—this episode is for you.👉 Connect with Denis Gerasimov for coaching and support:https://www.instagram.com/denisgerasimovvv/🎧 Listen, reflect, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement and hope.