What's the REAL Reason Churches Avoid Talking About Sexual Wholeness

Is the Church silent where it should be healing?In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, Dr. Carol Tanksley—physician, minister, and intimacy coach—dives into the deep waters of sexual brokenness, healing, intimacy, and the role of the Church. Joined by host Karen Potter, Dr. Carol shares her personal story, the transformative journey of her ministry, and why real healing requires honesty, community, and God's redemptive love.🔥 Whether you're battling a pornography addiction, supporting a spouse in recovery, or longing for deeper emotional intimacy, this conversation offers practical tools, spiritual encouragement, and biblical wisdom.💡 Learn how to stop managing sin and start pursuing wholeness.► Subscribe to Covenant Eyes for more weekly encouragement and victory stories:https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xme► Download the Victory App and start your healing journey: https://cvnteyes.co/41YU8OdCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro: The Journey to Wholeness  01:12 - What Is Sexual Wholeness?  03:50 - Why “Managing Sin” Doesn’t Work  06:30 - How Trauma and Shame Block Intimacy  09:10 - The Importance of Safe, Honest Conversations  11:45 - The Church’s Silence on Sexual Issues  14:30 - When the Church Becomes a Place of Healing  17:05 - God's Design for Wholeness  19:42 - Why Community is Critical to Healing  22:15 - Invitation to Start the Journey  24:03 - Closing Thoughts + Resources#SexualHealing #ChristianIntimacy #CovenantEyesPodcastSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2026 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved