516 | Sympathy for Pharisees | Chris Sicks

About this episode

Nate and Aaron discuss addiction and support for pastors with guest Chris Sicks.

On the episode this week: Nate talks about a guys stash. Aaron was discovered. Nate and Aaron talk with guest Chris Sicks. Chris is a pastor at One Voice Fellowship in Virginia, where they translate the sermon into over 18 languages. He is also the founder and president of For the Nations DC, where they teach ESOL to students and their children. Chris shares his journey from believing in beer and girls to being a sinner and struggler. He talks about creating a group and safe space for pastors struggling with addiction. There’s a discussion about why fear, pride and control keep people stuck in addiction. Also, Nate tells us why Samson Society doesn’t have Chips. Links: One Voice Fellowship For The Nations DC NEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) Samson England Walking Retreat June 26 - July 1, 2026 Samson Canoe Adventure July 19-22, 2026 Oct 23-25, 2026 U.S. Samson Summit Send mail to: Pirate Monk Podcast/Samson House PO BOX 1656 Columbia, TN 38402 If you have thoughts or questions and you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com. The music on this…

People in this episode

Host: Nate Larkin

Guest: Chris Sicks

Topics covered

• addiction
• pastoral care
• faith journey
• support groups
• overcoming struggles

Keywords

• addiction
• pastors
• support groups
• faith
• struggles
• One Voice Fellowship
• For the Nations DC

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: One Voice Fellowship, For the Nations DC, Samson Society, Sarah Society

Places: Virginia, Columbia, TN

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