198. How Do I Deal with Sexual Thoughts as a Christian?

As we continue the Healthy Perspectives on Sex series, Carrie explores what it means for Christians with OCD to face intrusive sexual thoughts with faith and honesty. She opens up a deeper conversation about shame, healing, and renewal in Christ. Episode Highlights: How OCD can distort normal sexual thoughts and create unnecessary guilt. The key differences between intrusive thoughts and sinful thoughts. Why trying to suppress or “neutralize” thoughts often makes OCD worse. How faith and therapy work together to break shame cycles and bring healing. What Scripture teaches about renewing your mind and embracing grace. Practical steps to find peace and freedom as a Christian living with OCD. Explore the Christians Learning ICBT training: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie"s services and courses: carriebock.com/services/ carriebock.com/resources/ Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/ and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks.