lET THE LION ROAR

LET THE LION ROAR

Destroying strongholds of sexual addiction with the power of Jesus

We don’t often talk about the way pornography and sexual sin neutralize manhood. So as sexual addiction silently cripples our nation by sidelining men, it stays hidden in the shadows, exactly where the Enemy wants it. He wants us to believe that it’s hopeless. That it’s normal. That it’s just the way things are. But it’s not. 2 Corinthians 10:4 says that “the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but have divine power to destroy strongholds.” Men must engage, learning to effectively wield the sword of the Spirit and call upon the name of Jesus so He can shatter the chains and redeem the brokenness of sexual addiction. We must call out the darkness, expose its demonic nature (Ephesians 5:11), refuse to be complicit, and let the Lion of Judah roar.

Our first Counteract Northwest Arkansas men’s conference on August 12, 2023, met at Trinity Fellowship in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with a goal to return to Biblical manhood, exposing and combating the demonic darkness of sexual sin by the power of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God.

This one-day event included testimonies, worship, food, speakers on a variety of topics related to the conference theme, and a time of prayer for those seeking to encounter the grace of God and experience life change.

SPEAKERS

J.S. SHELTON

Author of UNMUZZLED, 5x Father, Marriage & Family Watchman, Christ-Follower & CEO at DriveDirect.com

Jeremy was born and raised in Amarillo Texas. He obtained an MBA from Texas Tech University where he married the love of his life 22 years ago. They have 5 children and live in Texas. Today, he mentors men all over the world to vigilantly overcome sexual temptation and sin.  

NICK KIRKMAN

Counteract USA Men's Ministry Director

Nick Kirkman works at Counteract USA while also currently completing his degree in youth and family ministry. He is the leader of our NWA Men's and High School Boy's cells and says it is God who has given him a heart for all men to live in the freedom of Christ.

RON HARRIS

Pastor and Leadership Coach

Ron desires that every individual overcomes their greatest obstacles to fulfill their goals and destiny in life. Ron has been a leadership coach for high school, college, and professional athletes. He counsels them in character and life skill development. For the past two years, Ron has helped many young people rise above a myriad of challenges to realize their potential. Through motivation speaking and leadership training, Ron also inspires all kinds of people to reach peak performance in their careers and personal lives. In a variety of venues and outlets, Ron shares hope through humor and wisdom that is timely and relevant to the needs of today's culture. 

DARREN ROGERS

Pastor of Trinity Fellowship Church

Pastor Darren has been the lead pastor at Trinity Fellowship since 1993. He has been faithful to the vision God gave him for Fayetteville and NWA. A church fire in 2007, several building projects and many other challenges along the way have only strengthened his resolve to keep “Building friendships and finding God”. His heart is for missions and outreach.

VANCE CROW

Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist

Vance Crow is both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Marriage and Family Therapist. After achieving a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from John Brown University, he maintains dual professional licensure in both Colorado and Arkansas. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Vance excels at helping couples overcome long-standing barriers to create a sustained loving connection. He guides individuals and couples to experience lasting breakthroughs by blending a number of empirically validated treatments and therapies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for treating trauma and addiction.

JUSTIN MYRICK

Pastor, Podcaster, and Published Author of "Warriors Keep"

Justin Myrick grew up in Atlanta, Georgia in a broken and chaotic household.  After his parents were divorced at age ten, he found himself searching for what more there is to life.  At age 15 he found his answer in Jesus, and began the incredible journey of life with God.  However, key questions continued.  One being, “How can a young man keep his way pure?”  God began to teach him through His word, and the council of other godly men.  In 2019, he wrote the book “Warriors Keep,” which helps men explore God’s wisdom on the fight against sexual immorality.  His journey of asking questions and seeking God for answers continues.  He hosts a weekly podcast "College Questions with Dj and Tarshawn" exploring a variety of life's greatest questions.

Justin and his wife Brooke have been married for 15 years, and have four children from ages six to twelve.  He currently serves as one of the family pastors at First Baptist Church Russellville, working with college students at Arkansas Tech University.

NEAL GARRETT

Madison County Drug Court Counselor, Husband, Recovering Addict and Recipient of Grace.

Neal Garrett has worked with the Washington/Madison County Drug Court for 3 years. He is 15 years in recovery and is also a co-founder of the Safe House Foundation.