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- Finally Free: Fighting for Purity with the Power of Grace · Resource
Eight gospel-centered strategies for men and women. - Breaking Pornography Addiction · Resource
Short CCEF article on roots and progress, not only behavior. - Harvest USA · Resource
A ministry for people and churches affected by sexual sin.
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Harvest USA
Ministry begun in 1983 that helps churches and individuals affected by sexual sin, including pornography, with discipleship, support groups and resources.
Finally Free: Fighting for Purity with the Power of Grace
176-page book giving eight gospel-centered strategies against pornography: sorrow, accountability, radical measures, confession, your spouse (or singleness), humility, gratitude and a living relationship with Jesus.
Sexual Detox: A Guide for Guys Who Are Sick of Porn
103-page book for men on the lies of pornography, with two chapters on a biblical theology of sexuality before practical steps.
Breaking Pornography Addiction
Article (14 April 2016) adapted from Powlison’s mini book on sexual addiction: acknowledge pornography as sin, understand deeper struggles beneath it, and turn to God. It counts progress as fewer relapses, more honesty and quicker repentance.
Women and Pornography
Journal of Biblical Counseling 31:3 (2017): on the growing number of women who secretly view pornography, calling counselors and churches to notice and respond.
How can I help my teen struggling with pornography addiction?
Video (14 February 2024) for parents with three strategies: reinforce the teen’s battle, widen it beyond this one struggle, and limit the battlefield with practical measures.