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Sex Addiction
Sex Addicts Anonymous Louisville
Mosaic – Wives of Sex Addicts SECC Blakenbaker
Men’s Sex Addiction Support Groups at Southeast Christian Church SECC Blakenbaker
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10 Lies Men believe about Porn
Have you had thoughts like I’m the only one struggling like this, God must be so ashamed of me, or I’ve got to get stronger to overcome this? These thoughts are common. But they are also lies. What if using pornography is just a symptom of something deeper going on inside of you? 10 Lies Men Believe About Porn holds lies up against the truth of Scripture. You’ll learn how they deceive us into missing out on the freedom Christ offers us. Ultimately, you’ll discover that the message of the gospel isn’t about learning to fight better-it’s about no longer needing to fight at all. That is the type of freedom Jesus came to offer you. |
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Surfing for God: Discovering the Divine Desire Beneath Sexual Struggle
Backed by scripture, Cusick uses examples from his own life and from his twenty years of counseling experience to show us how the pursuit of empty pleasure is really a search for our heart’s deepest desire―and the real key to to resistance is discovering and embracing the joy we truly want. Cusick’s insights help readers understand how porn struggles begin, what to do to prevent them, and most importantly, how to overcome the compulsion once it begins. In the end, this powerful book shows us all how the barrier built by porn addiction can become a bridge to abundant life.
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Watch
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Porn Sunday is a 35 minute message created to be shown on a Sunday service to your whole congregation. Craig Gross shares from his personal journey of 16 years with XXXchurch.com and offers hope for those struggling with the elephant in the pew…pornography. This message is a perfect fit for any sermon series on sex, addictions or technology. |
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The Lies I Believed About Porn Pastor Carl Kuhl of Mosaic Christian Church speaks out about the lies he’s believed about pornography and combats them with the truth of scripture. Kuhl offers the practical steps he’s taken to pursue purity and accountability, while sharing the hope of the gospel. |
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Documentaries: | |
This 3-part docuseries explains porn’s harmful impact on individuals, relationships, and society. Worksheet and guide included |
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An examination of modern pornography and its effects on kids, teens, parents, and porn stars. In addition to interviews with porn producers, ex-porn stars, and academics, the story of a young boy named Joseph is highlighted – a 13-year old boy recovering from a porn addiction that he fell into when he was nine years old. |
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The Heart of the Matter: Finding Light in the Darkness of Pornography Addiction Trailer: https://vimeo.com/75322992 The Heart of the Matter is a documentary that gives an honest, powerful portrait of what it means to be a Christian addicted to pornography. This one-of-a-kind film brings hope to a subject typically shrouded in shame and silence. From first exposure to complete healing, you will witness both personal accounts and expert commentary on the devastating effects of pornography on one’s self-worth, family, and faith – and you will experience the hope and joy that is found in recovery. |
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The Heart of Man is a timeless tale of a father’s relentless pursuit of his son — interwoven with interviews of top thought-leaders on brokenness, identity, and shame. Uncover your own prodigal narrative by exploring the six scenes examined in the film — the table, the sea, the cliff, the lagoon, the cave, and the feast. The Heart of Man challenges you to deepen your understanding of what it means to be both human and a child of God. |
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Videos: | |
Covenant Eyes screen accountability software video for youth |
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Craig Gross gives advice to parents on how to talk to children about sex |
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The Science of Pornography Addiction Animated drawing video explaining pornography addiction |
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Fight the New Drug: Youth Presentation Host an engaging youth speaker to present unashamedly about a typically uncomfortable topic and inspire students to join the movement to avoid pornography |
Explore
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Fight the New Drug TruthAboutPorn.org XXXChurch.com | XXXChurch Parent Page PureHope.net Protect Young Minds Beggar’s Daughter Enough is Enough National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children |
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Parental Controls and Safeguard Technology: | |
Bark NetNanny |
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Screen Monitoring and Accountability Apps: | |
Covenant Eyes Fortify x3watch.com |
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Tools for Recovery
Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA)
A recovery program for men and women whose lives have been affected by their partner or spouse’s compulsive sexual behavior. It is based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions) adapted, with permission, for couples recovering from sex addiction.
LifeStar Network
This program is divided into 3 levels of intensive group therapy lead by highly trained and licensed therapists. LifeStar strongly suggests that participants also participate in individual and/or couples therapy, along with a 12-step SAA program outside of the LifeStar program.