How To Safeguard Your Family Online
Recently I have found myself intrigued by the number of teenagers who have their own smartphone. I have noticed that conversations are no longer taking place at the bus stop or around the family dinner table...
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Recently I have found myself intrigued by the number of teenagers who have their own smartphone. I have noticed that conversations are no longer taking place at the bus stop or around the family dinner table...
Research continues to show that pornography usage has erupted into an international blight on modern culture. Both men and women have become trapped in its web. The porn industry constantly tries to create...
The pain of betrayal is something that most people do not understand. It’s like a bomb exploded not only in your life, but also in your heart. Everything you have known and trusted has now been exposed...
The pain of betrayal is something that is not commonly understood, until you’ve walked the journey. There are so many unanswered questions that swirl through one’s mind when a husband’s infidelity and porn addiction is first discovered...
Beads of sweat began to gather on his brow, soon they splashed onto the keyboard in front of him. Many times he had sat there, tormented by his pain...
Dads play such a formative role in our lives – sometimes this can be immensely positive, but for so many, their relationship with their father has become devastatingly destructive. Father’s Day is meant to be a...
Trivia Time! Headlines scream it, television shows promote it, newspaper articles are encouraging it, and some people will highly recommend it. What is it? The answer: Watching porn with your significant other...
Around 12% of prisoners in the US are incarcerated due to sex related crimes, up 2.6% from 2017. Unfortunately, very few inmates have any kind of successful program to help these inmates find freedom. Thankfully, there are people like Dr. Christine Robbins...
Today, more individuals are disassociating with who they actually are as they step out into the streets of the world....
What do you think is the biggest problem among Christian men today? It’s a problem in the Church that everyone knows, but no one dares talk about...
While sitting in church on Easter one morning, the pastor was talking about the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. He was delivering a powerful message, which really challenged myself in mind and spirit. The gift of salvation was freely given...
Many people think that pornography has only existed for a few hundred years. That belief stems from our understanding, based on the information we have currently available. Cornell Law School defines pornography as...
Close your eyes and imagine that you are married, yet alone. Day after day your spouse returns home from work, eats dinner, and loses themselves in countless hours of television...
Many people tend to believe that watching porn is harmless entertainment. Often they will cite that it is a personal choice and does not affect anyone else. Sadly, that self-deceiving lie has resulted in many lives...
Over the past several years, there has been a surge in people who experience loneliness. As it continues to grow, another epidemic continues to be on the rise – pornography. Research has shown that loneliness is one of the main factors...
Recently news broke of a man on a train in Australia allegedly sexually assaulting a young woman by watching pornography on his smartphone. He approached the woman who was sitting by a window. After hovering over her for a brief time...
Read your bible more. Pray more. Become a better Christian. That’s the three step process that most Churches recommend to a man who’s struggling with porn. Those are good things, but...
Eric Hovind is a gifted speaker who is always ready to give a defense to anyone who challenges his faith in Christ and the authority of the Bible...
In a single calendar year, men, women, and children around the world view enough pornography to fill five centuries of time. Yeah, you read that right; in twelve short months...
If you are asking the question, “How can I break free from porn?”, then I say to you – Congratulations! The first step in breaking free from a struggle with porn is to recognize you have one. So now that you realize pornography has become...
“Pornography is the greatest cancer in the church today.” – Chuck Swindoll, Insight for Living Ministries Trena Mewborn, Director of Counseling at First Baptist Church on the Mall in Lakeland, Florida, said that...
Holding hands across the table, the newlywed couple was ready to celebrate their first Valentine’s Day in love as husband and wife. Everything was going great until...
Somehow, your wife finds out about your pornography usage. Whether you told her or she discovered it on her own, it is now out in the open, and the effects are about to begin...
I’m not a counselor, but in my life experience I have heard countless arguments justifying pornography use. Frequently men will push the blame onto their spouse in marriage claiming that they have to look at it and masturbate in secret...
Every married man wants to be a good husband. And every single man hopes to be a husband his future wife can be proud of. But men who struggle with pornography frequently feel that the shame...
How To Decrease America’s Divorce Rate While demographers argue whether the US divorce rate is rising or falling, one thing is common in most divorce cases. Pornography. Pornography is not something that only affects the person using it...
Churches all around the world are realizing that their regular attendees have only been half-heartedly experiencing all that Christ has to offer. And why? Though Christ has bridged the gap for us to know God...
Perhaps your efforts to overcome porn have included showing up to a small group meeting every week. Maybe you even did part of the homework. But you still haven’t surrendered your porn usage fully to God...
“May His favor be upon you, and a thousand generations. Your family and your children, and their children, and their children.” As I sang the lyrics to this beautiful song, I couldn’t maintain my composure...
Did you know in the legal world, January is frequently referred to as "divorce month?" Yikes! Why is that?
While Valentine’s Day has long become a commercial holiday about affection, flowers and chocolate, the story of Saint Valentine shows a more authentic love than the Hallmark version we are sold today...
It’s time for the annual bombardment of Madison Avenue’s version of what true love looks like. They boldly tell us how we should express our deepest feelings of love and devotion to our wives or girlfriends...
More than $19.7 billion will be spent on Valentine’s Day this year. This includes 180 million Valentine’s Day cards and 198 million roses! Valentine’s Day is clearly a major celebration of gifts between loved ones, including spouses...
Recently I had the opportunity to talk with an individual, who provided me with a lot of insight in regard to the role that a wife can play while dealing with her husband’s pornography addiction. As I reflected on the things...
The world around us is in a state of peril, and sadly only continues to decline. COVID-19 swept through our great nation with very little warning. Everyone felt the impact, regardless of age, gender, race, or social status...
Southland Church in Steinbach on the eastern edge of...
According to a Gallup survey, 43 percent of Americans consider porn to be “morally acceptable”, a seven percent spike from last year and the highest level since Gallup’s Values and Beliefs survey began in 2011...
For many years, Bill Tollis has been telling his testimony around the world of overcoming his pornography addiction. He’s told it in Hungary, the Netherlands, Slovenia, France, Romania, Greece and the United States...
Cries for racial justice have been echoing throughout the land. Protestors have been taking to the streets, crying out to have their voices heard...
he news erupted earlier this year with the story of a Japanese man who died with his massive porn stash...
I had spent 8 years traveling the world filming Ark Hunter, a documentary on my search for Noah’s Ark, when I decided to put it on the shelf and shift my attention to porn. Yes, porn. I was at church one Sunday morning when...
At the Set Free Summit back in April, we were blown away by the stories we heard from...
Only nine days separate us from Christmas and the celebration of Jesus’s birth. Commercialism is at an all-time high, and the stress level is ever-increasing. Frantic consumers seek the perfect gift...
The increase of pornography use and addiction among adults is a growing concern around the world. Sadly, it is far worse for today’s children who are growing up in a fully connected world. Porn is devastating an entire generation...
Pornography affects men (and women) from the home to Hollywood. In fact, many of our nation’s top celebrities have admitted the damaging impact of pornography in their lives. A look at these five Hollywood actors and celebrities...
Statistics reveal that the increase in the amount and reach of pornography cannot be ignored. But it is not just a problem affecting men. Women, teenagers, and children are also being caught in the web of pornography...
“No corporation should profit from or facilitate sexual exploitation.” This is the firm stand being taken by The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), a leading non-profit organization...
With advances in technology, one can access Pandora’s Box with a mere touch of a screen. For those who are trying to overcome an addiction to porn or for parents trying to safeguard their children...
Christmas offers extra time with family and friends for many. It also provides plenty of free time for negative pursuits, however. It appears addiction doesn't take a break during the holidays. A look at 2016 Google Search Trends shows that porn viewing spiked during the week of Christmas...
Years ago, Air Force Chaplain Curt Cizek boldly preached a sermon on sexual immorality and adultery. Today, he remains in an ongoing battle for his religious rights...
Once admitting to a struggle with porn, the next question is, “How do you find freedom?” Maybe you believe you have already tried everything, yet nothing seems to be working...
Pursuing a life of sexual integrity in an overtly sexualized world seems like an unscalable mountain standing in our way. Rarely are families, small groups, or churches talking about the dangers of pornography...
2020 was definitely a year for the record books. From COVID-19 to violence and civil unrest, it appears to the natural eye that 2020 was not the year that most had in mind...
Christmas schedules get very busy this time of the year. However, it also is a time to relax enjoying family and friends. While the slow-down that Christmas brings is welcomed by many, a change in routine can also provide easy access...
With porn use reaching its height during Summer months, churches are being called to provide a program to disciple their men on sexual integrity. Research has shown that early Summer brings a peak in porn searches on the internet...
Westminster College, a private liberal arts college in Utah, will be offering a two-credited class called "Film 300O: Porn." Westminster's course catalog provides the following description: "Hard core pornography is as American as apple pie and more popular than Sunday night football...."
Paul Leininger is the Executive Director of Operations at Petra Church in New Holland, PA and he also heads up the men’s ministry there. At some point, the leadership at Petra was alerted to the growing problem of pornography in their local community...
“Come on...everybody does it, it will be fun!” This is one of the most deceiving and destructive lies that married couples can believe...
A silent war is raging all around the world. The intended targets are unsuspecting, vulnerable, and innocent children who will be lured into child pornography. Lurking in the shadows of the internet, one can find these predators...
When my boys were very young, I knew they would someday face certain temptation regarding pornography. I was determined to head that off. As young as around age 8, I talked to my boys about keeping their eyes pure, and what images to avoid...
If you had an abusive childhood, you can probably still hear your father’s or mother’s words ringing in your mind. “You’re worthless. You’ll never amount to anything. I wish you were never born. You’re nothing but trouble...
March is recognized for many things: Spring Break, St Patrick's Day, or March Madness, but now it is also noted for...
In a bold move earlier this month, Florida’s State Board of Education voted unanimously to require schools to teach human trafficking prevention in all K-12 schools. Governor Ron DeSantis commented...
It’s often said that children, especially young children, have no filter. They will quickly open up and talk about things without hesitating about whether it’s appropriate or not...
Well, here you are. A place where you never thought you would be. Maybe it was unexpected, or maybe you were suspicious for quite some time. Regardless, you wish that in this moment you could be anywhere else...
Joshua Broome—a former porn star-turned-pastor, appeared in over 1000 adult films during his X-rated career. His life radically changed after finding Christ. Today, he’s a pastor on a mission to help people get free from pornography and attacks the very industry that ensnared him for years.
A common thread I find in the men’s recovery groups I’ve joined and led throughout the years is a reluctance to embrace full disclosure. It typically takes one brave soul, who has reached their bottom...
Hands down, this weekend marks the greatest event that ever happened. Churches will notice an increase in attendance, as many will flock to the pews to pause and remember the brutal death and triumphal resurrection...
From nearly the beginning of time, people have struggled with temptation. Usually, the battle begins in the mind. Quickly, it advances to what we’re seeing with our eyes. And the more we gaze upon something...
You finally got a handle on your online habits, you even put safeguards in place to help you stay on the straight and narrow. But seemingly overnight, life has drastically changed...
On a daily basis, the bravest of heroes answer the call to serve those in need throughout their communities. These first responders are the first to arrive on the scene of an accident...
So often we hear comedians make light of adultery or pornography, but is it...
“I know what I want for Christmas this year,” declared the child. “I want clothes for the people on daddy’s computer who don’t have any.” Some may chuckle, but the reality is that it is no laughing matter...
Most of us can remember at least one time when we were so upset or angry about something and somebody told us, “Take a deep breath and relax for a minute.” That is actually great advice...
A pastor once said that only 5% of what a person is dealing with is in relation to the present. When dealing with porn or sexual addiction, this is crucial to understand...
In 2015, Gary Lee Williamson, a former Virginia National Guard colonel, was ordered to serve 10 years in jail on federal child-porn charges. He pleaded guilty to charges of knowingly receiving and distributing child pornography...
How do you get over porn? If you have struggled with pornography, then you’ve likely already asked yourself that question. You may even understand the mental, emotional and spiritual toll it is taking on your life...
There is no doubt that our nation is currently faced with many challenging issues. However, we cannot overlook one that continues to have the most dangerous impact, sexual sin...
Several years ago, I was shown the following video at a church camp, which while not directly related to pornography provides some sound advice for quitting just about anything…
All relationships have their share of ups and downs, but those that are truly toxic can be draining to the soul. By definition, something that is toxic can be described as being poisonous, destructive, unsafe, or deadly...
Two of a wife’s strongest desires are to feel protected and loved. But her man’s pornography usage can threaten her ability to believe he is really trying to meet those needs...
It’s not easy to admit that you’ve made a mess of things because of your porn usage. Your wife has given you so many second chances you’ve lost count; knowing that something’s going on...
Depression has become a major world-wide mental health issue. Studies have found that the problem is immense, regardless of the degree or classification of depression...
Kevin Spacey has starred in over 50 films, but he is making headlines at the moment after being charged with four counts of sexual assault against three men, Britain's Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said on Thursday...
Busted! I was about five years old when I was caught “playing doctor” with a friend from church. My parents freaked out, contacted the pastor, and we were chastised for our behavior in one grueling session...
Hushed whispers. Quick glances. Laughter. Shock. Disbelief. At first, it sounds like a typical day at a public high school. Or, maybe it’s the starting point for a bullying seminar...
Following years of child abuse and sex trafficking allegations, one of the world’s largest pornography websites is suffering major consequences...
Looking for that perfect mate is a proverbial problem that has paved a way for profitable businesses. From shows like Millionaire Matchmaker to online dating websites like eHarmony, single men...
For the marriage that has been rocked by pornography or infidelity, things may look bleak in the moment. Chances are, you’re not even sure that your relationship will be able to survive. I get it, because I’ve been there...
Droves of people arrived in South Florida for the F1 Miami Grand Prix. But not all who arrived in Miami were there to watch the big race....
Milestones have been used for centuries, often used to indicate the progression someone has made. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a milestone is a significant point in development...
We’ve completely re-made the Conquer Series. Now featuring 10 videos, the series includes all of the original content, plus several hours of new teaching from Dr. Ted Roberts, new daily tools, real practical strategies and...
If you think that pornography’s market is limited to online videos, books, and magazines, you’re wrong. Porn is now making major inroads into two areas that will tighten its grip even more – online gaming and virtual reality...
The world’s largest porn provider is strongly opposing moves by the New Zealand Government to protect children from the harmful effects of pornography. With the average age of exposure to pornography being 11...
With the proliferation of smartphones and iPads, what was once a more isolated problem has exploded into a very common one: 68% of churchgoing men and 30% of women reported viewing porn on a regular basis in a five-year...
Our porn saturated society continues to redefine what sex and intimacy look like. The traditional, Biblical values of older generations are being thrown aside as culture embraces sexual freedom and an ‘anything goes’...
In addition to declaring January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, on January 31, 2020, at the White House Summit on Human Trafficking, former President Donald Trump also signed....
As we see the daily political and social turmoil in our society, Christians are praying for God to send a spiritual revival to stir the church and ignite the fire of repentance throughout the land. But some Christian leaders are wondering if...
Under the cover of day, when no one is watching, thieves are found to be the most active. Entire streets seem to be vacated while individuals are at work, school, or running errands. And this becomes a prime target for the thief...
New brain research reveals your habits are passed onto your children and grandchildren. Have you ever wondered why some patterns in your family history seem to be recurring in your own life? Strongholds such as...
Last year, news broke in our own backyard about a missing 15-year-old girl. After a grueling year of wondering about the whereabouts and safety of her daughter, the mom got the answer...
In our culture today, we’ve come to believe that sex is love – and good sex is good love. In her new bestseller Love Sense, Dr. Sue Johnson warns...
Globally, we are in the midst of a pandemic of epic proportions. If you’re like most of us, you have never seen anything like this. Uncertainty lurks within the chaos and every aspect of life is taking a direct hit...
The addiction to pornography has now become an epidemic and recovery can be a long process filled with many setbacks. Men across the globe speak to this reality as they continue to fight for their freedom...
School’s out for the summer! If you’re a parent, this means planning trips to the pool, family vacations, play dates with kids’ friends, and juggling an even balance between the demands of your job and family...
As Thanksgiving draws near, so does the realization that life is not the same as it has been in years past. Instead of planning for a large family gathering, many are preparing for a more intimate feast...
One of the finest forms of deception is found in people who honestly believe that their choices and actions have a minimal impact on those around them. They are too blinded to see the damage that they are doing to themselves...
It’s no secret that social media is a giant that continues to grow. In 2019 alone, there were 3.48 billion social media users. That’s just slightly under 50% of the entire world’s population...
You’ve decided that the grip that porn has on you has to be broken. You have realized the devastating toll it has taken on you, your family, your friends, your job, and every other area of your life. You have searched out ways to get help...
To most people, sex trafficking is a problem that exists in distant foreign countries. You may think, “But it certainly isn’t something that would involve me, is it?” If you view pornography, then the answer is “Yes.” The truth is...
Looking at brain scans, it’s easy to see. The brain of a porn addict looks similar to – and perhaps even worse than – a drug addict’s...
“Stone her!” The shouts could be heard throughout the early morning as an angry mob of men were determined to eradicate the discovery of sin in their community. This woman had been caught in the act of adultery...
The start of another school year is just right around the corner. The fun and relaxed schedule of the summer will quickly fade as structure and routine settles back into households all around the world. To be honest...
A reporter invited to experience virtual reality pornography with a Samsung Gear VR headset chronicled the lifelike details of the sexual encounter. He noted “after trying out VR porn, I don’t think anyone who...
Sliding further down into her seat, the woman couldn’t believe her ears. She had been at the edge of her chair when the pastor announced that his sermon was going to address porn in the church...
It may or may not surprise you to find out that the US’s Bible belt states have a higher porn consumption on average. According to two years of Google Trends data examined by Brock University researchers...
From the earliest days of our childhood, the foundations of our identity begins to form. Through the various influences we encounter – both good and bad...
Who’s the shadowy businessman behind the world’s most popular porn website? Here’s what we know.
A new generation of porn addicts is about to flood the Church – are we ready? Are we really supposed to buy into the idea that...
In a couple of weeks, the brisk morning air will tell us that Autumn is sneaking up on us. Our thoughts will turn to getting ready for a new season. Fall is also a perfect time to start developing a change in the men...
Have you ever wondered why sexual sin is against your own body? 1 Corinthians 6:18 warns of negative physical consequences to sexual sin – a desecration of the Holy Temple, our body...
Forgiving doesn’t come easy, especially when you’ve experienced the gut-wrenching pain of betrayal. It’s especially difficult when the offender shows no remorse or willingness to change...
Those struggling to break free from porn experience shame and the esteem-crushing impact of their ongoing battle with sexual material. In their porn use they have become experts at secrecy, deception, and lying...
It all seemed so simple the first time you flipped through the pages of a porn magazine or clicked a link on the internet to see a video. You thought, “This can’t be a bad thing. I’ll only be watching porn for a few minutes...”
Porn use is not a harmless activity that only involves the person viewing the material. It impacts the man’s family, social life, employment, relationship with God, and every other aspect of his life...
“All men watch porn.” “It’s normal.” “It’s just something done in private. It doesn’t hurt anyone.” These are some of the lies the enemy would have us believe about pornography; especially the last statement. But the truth is...
Father’s Day is the time to honor the men who gave us life. But if you struggle with porn, perhaps the last thing you want to do is reflect on your early years with your father. The roots of porn bondage can...
The struggle with pornography is lonely and secretive and a lie. A man usually goes to a secluded or private area where he can be alone with just a phone, computer or magazine. Because of the need to keep...
Do you have a hard time connecting emotionally with your spouse? Do they withhold love and affection? Soul Refiner expert and....
One of the most heartbreaking things you’ll ever encounter is the person who cannot see their worth beyond their addiction. On a daily basis, people succumb to medicating the pain that they feel in their lives through...
C. S. Lewis (1898-1963) was one of the most famous and prolific Christian writers and scholars in modern history. His popular writings include The Chronicles of Narnia, The Screwtape Letters, Mere Christianity, and...
As the music played, all eyes were fixed on the back of the church. Today was a celebration of marriage. The groom felt a lump forming in his throat...
“Pornography never hurt anyone.” How many times have you heard that? Try telling that to the parents of an 18-year-old who was killed in a head-on collision last spring...
A common misconception about pornography continues to engulf the lives of many men and women. For many, they see it as harmless. What they often don’t realize is the amount of devastation that pornography brings. It starts with an introduction...
It’s been said, you can’t have a victory without a battle. Well here is your chance!
Look around, and you will see that much of our nation is being impacted with...
It’s no secret that today, more than ever, we live in a sex-driven culture. As a result, pornography addiction – even within the Church – is on the rise. And it’s not exclusive to men...
A man’s pornography addiction has devastating impacts on himself, his wife, and his family. Countless marriages and broken families have been a direct result of men’s porn usage. Unfortunately, porn is equally damaging to a single man...
Anyone who enlists in the military understands that their decision will have a major impact on their lives. They know that they will endure a lot...
With the internet, smartphones, Snapchat and Facebook, pornography is more pervasive today than ever before. It is also impacting the church. According to a survey by Pure Desire Ministries, over 68% of church going men...
In a society bent towards the microwave mentality of “gotta have it now”, it would...
Most church leaders would agree they face a constant problem of finding men who are willing to get involved. Not just in leadership positions, but in many roles within the church. But the need for strong leaders continues to grow...
The Conquer Series is a cinematic series like no other, helping men find freedom from pornography. When men are starting out in leading their Conquer Group, they will often ask...
Shame is one of the most powerful bonds that keeps men from breaking free of their porn usage. Shame is not to be confused with guilt – it can be much more destructive to a man’s self-esteem and feeling of self-worth. Guilt says...
If you have tried to give up pornography, you probably know your viewing is damaging your marriage. But while you struggle with porn, you also know that the images you look at can never love you...
In an era of fast-food restaurants, microwaves, online shopping, and on-demand movies, we have become accustomed to instantaneous results for all of our desires. Patience is no longer a virtue...
Since the beginning of time, identity has been repetitively attacked. It’s impossible to reach your destiny without being secure in your identity...
We live in a society of mounting pressure from all sides. Regardless of who you are, every individual is faced with the worldly task of proving yourself through the work you do, the clothes you wear, the income you provide for your family...
Pornography and infidelity can undoubtedly wreck a marriage. When this happens, one person alone cannot do all of the work. It will require both the husband and the wife making a commitment to the healing process...
As an organization that seeks to help individuals find freedom from the bondage of porn and sex addiction, we often find ourselves answering the same question on a regular basis...
Paralysis is a frightening concept; to be alive but unable to speak, unable to move. Growing up in Australia, I remember, as a young boy, being terrified when I first heard what happens to humans when they are bitten by a Blue Ringed Octopus...
The word “conqueror” conjures up an image of a soldier with the resolve of steel, fully armed for battle, with weapon drawn. The Bible calls us to be “more than a conqueror” in Christ. We are to be fierce in our faith...
One of the things that hurts my heart the most as a married woman is the number of couples who are struggling in the area of intimacy. Views of healthy sexuality vary greatly amongst people. When a husband and wife’s views do not align it can...
By Kevin Noble The Conquer Series recommends that men disclose their struggles with pornography and sexual addiction to their wives when they reach a minimum of six months sobriety. The intent is to avoid a staggered disclosure...
Our testimony holds great weight and power, especially to someone who is in the valley looking for an ounce of hope to carry them through. In the battle for sexual purity and integrity...
For the person caught in adultery, one of the most harrowing thoughts is in regards to making a full disclosure to their spouse. Some rush to spill the beans, but still withhold information...
As issues of sexuality are addressed within the news headlines daily, the church can no longer afford to be silent. Sadly, many are aware of the moral decline among humanity, and they choose to look away...
Until recently, sex and pornography addiction have been taboo topics not to be discussed in the church. Meanwhile, the world continues to push its sexual agendas through every outlet possible...
Suppose you were asked to write down your guesses for the Top 10 Most Viewed Websites in the United States. You would probably quickly list Google, Facebook, and YouTube as the first three. You would be correct...
I used to think the most profound thing in the world were pulsars, quasars and galaxies. No, the most profound thing in the world is your brain...
In a culture dominated by the need to control, denial – especially in regards to addiction, is on the rise. Wanting to appear as if we’re in charge, we struggle to admit when something else is controlling us...
Our culture is believing lies on top of lies on top of lies! And they all originate from one place—the master deceiver himself, the liar from the beginning, the father of lies according to the Word of God—Satan. He is the master at getting us to...
It starts out so simple for someone who is hooked on pornography. They probably saw an air-brushed photo of a model online or in a magazine when they were children. Over the years they would spend more time looking at porn...
The ‘Sexual Revolution’ is widely viewed as one of our culture’s great achievements. Supporters rejoice in the freedom to do whatever pleases them sexually. They even say science proves it’s a basic part of human nature. But...
You vowed to yourself that you wouldn’t and promised your wife that it was over. You’ve met with your pastor and confessed. And you even told a few of your closest guy friends...
Where do you see yourself in the next ten years? Before we know it, this year will come to an abrupt end. We’ll not only be given the chance to reflect on the last year, but we can also look over the past ten years as well. All of the things that we’ve spent time putting into motion...
Every year, one major porn website proudly reports its statistics from the previous year. They tend to display them as a badge of honor, idolizing the sex industry...
“I can stop whenever I want to,” “I’m not hurting anyone,” and “It’s just a harmless video” are common defenses. Many single guys believe that marriage...
Whether they can clearly identify it or not, those who struggle with porn often battle deep feelings of rejection, shame, and guilt. They have found some level of solace in viewing pixels on a computer screen...
Have you ever found yourself in a room full of people, and as soon as sex addiction is mentioned it’s like the mic drops and the room grows silent? Eyes start to inadvertently dart around the room, and it’s like you can see the thoughts...
Pornography usage affects your life in many ways – relationships, your job, your social interactions, and so much more. You’ve begun to wonder if you may be addicted to porn. Addiction is characterized by the repetition of specific behaviors...
Christmas is the time for giving. Unfortunately, it is also the time for taking. Studies show that theft and burglary crimes spike during the holidays. Packages left in cars, boxes on doorsteps, and a pile of presents...
As Christmas quickly approaches, shopping malls and online websites are abuzz with individuals seeking to find the perfect gift. For parents, this means trying to ensure that your toddler or teen receives their most sought after gift...
For those who don’t know, Judah Smith and his wife Chelsea are lead pastors of Churchome in Kirkland, WA, who regularly see attendance in the tens of thousands on site and hundreds of thousands online. So, it’s easy to see why what they say can garner much attention or controversy,
You have been seriously thinking about giving up porn. You’ve likely heard about all the devastating impacts it has on your life. You’re tired of dealing with the shame and guilt. Are you ready to quit porn...
As we approach this Thanksgiving holiday, I’m reminded of a time that God’s people were called to give thanks in the Old Testament. During the Jewish Passover, the Israelites gathered to remember God’s goodness...
The Thanksgiving holiday typically brings to mind traditional thoughts of spending time with family and friends while enjoying food, football, and fellowship. Warm and fuzzy pictures of loved ones...
With just a few pages left hanging on the calendar for this year, now is the time to think back to January 1 and all the plans and goals that were set for yourself and the men of your church. There were probably events planned such as men’s breakfasts...
“I am not good enough.” Sitting across the table from a beloved friend, I could not believe my own ears. This person had everything going for them in life, or so it seemed. Despite all of it...
National Back to Church Sunday is quickly approaching, September 18 to be exact. Attendance will be expected to increase drastically, and small groups will begin meeting once again. As the church doors open...
Twenty-one years ago, our country was reeling from the devastating loss of life that took place on September 11...
By now many of our readers have had the chance to read the latest blog post regarding a husband’s full disclosure. This may leave many questions from the wife’s standpoint such as...
It’s that time of year again! Back to school time. I recently read that it is estimated that American families will spend $83.6 billion as they gear up to head back to school and college. My initial thought was...
In today’s sex-saturated culture, one can easily become entangled in the web of destruction created by the enemy. Whether it’s in a movie or a child’s television show, you’ll likely find content that is sexual...
Probably the biggest casualty that results from pornography usage is the damage to the marriage and a couple’s sex life. As a man is caught up in sexual sin, the foundation of the family and society is shaken...
A food company couldn’t understand why their instant cake mix wouldn’t sell. They discovered that consumers felt uneasy that the only requirement was simply adding water to the mix...
Did you know that porn is illegal in China? That's right, illegal. In their efforts to clamp down on the production, spread and consumption of porn, they're now using neural...
When bad goes to worse Former mega church pastor, Dr. Ted Roberts, founder of Pure Desire Ministries, retells his story [in the video below] on how he escaped a terrifying near-death experience while free-diving in an underwater cave...
James and Teri Craft are a walking miracle. The intimacy that they...
Stress, anxiety, mental health issues, and domestic violence. These are some of the silent side effects to the COVID-19 global pandemic. But the problems don’t stop there...
KINGDOMWORKS STUDIOS, a Florida-based film production company recently launched SOUL REFINER, the world’s first video streaming platform that offers cinematic classes on inner-healing...
Watch Jeremy Wiles, CEO of KingdomWorks Studios and creator of the Conquer Series, and James Craft, restored pastor and founder of The Novus Project, reveal the truth about porn in their interview...
As a parent, I was recently horrified while posting an article on Twitter. On the right side of the screen is always a list of what is...
In case you’ve had your head buried in the sand and missed the memo, it’s Mother’s Day weekend. A few days ago, we had a discussion in the office about how everyone was going to celebrate Mother’s Day...
What's all the BUZZ surrounding Disney and Pixar's latest animated film, Lightyear, you might be wondering?...
Millions of dads around the world will be celebrated this Father’s Day, including myself. Becoming a dad has truly changed my life, because it wasn’t until I became a father that I began to realize...
As COVID-19 cases continue to spike, churches are left scrambling with how to plan for services and small groups alike. Push back, especially in regards to meeting in-person, is at an all-time high...
Simon still struggles with a secret he has kept for over 15 years. One night after an office party, he had sex with a female co-worker. Now he still wonders if he would need to tell his wife about the affair...
Autumn is the season when we especially turn our thoughts to giving thanks. While we should thank God every day for all the blessings He gives us, the Thanksgiving holiday just naturally causes us to reflect on God’s goodness...
As the world has focused on politics and COVID-19, one evil appears to have been overlooked – human trafficking...
The latest statistics on pornography and the church were released by...
As the year draws to an end, it is a great time to reflect on 2018. We’ve taken this opportunity to take a look back at our 10 most popular blog posts from this year. 10. C.S. Lewis on Pornography and Masturbation C. S. Lewis...
I have met some awesome Conquer Leaders as I have traveled around the country. As a practical tool to help men live a life of sexual integrity, many leaders started out thinking that they would show the Conquer Series...
Every day, through ConquerSeries.com, we hear difficult and messy stories. Stories where...
Once again, a well-known pastor is making headlines across the country. And, as is too often the case, the story is about sexual misconduct and even sexual abuse. Bill Hybels, the founder of Chicago’s Willow Creek megachurch...
Music plays a profoundly healing and deeply spiritual role in our lives. But why is that? I believe it is because we were created to worship God, in deed and in song. When we sing to God we are...
Have you tried everything you know to do, and yet you still cannot seem to get free from the grip of porn? You’ve cried, you’ve prayed, you’ve smashed your computer in the driveway...
Most men like to feel independent. They want to believe that they can handle any situation on their own, from fixing a leaky faucet to solving a complex problem and like their attempt to quit porn...
We received this powerful testimony from one of our Conquer Series Leader’s who has stepped up to the challenge, taken up his sword and is leading other men to victory in Christ! I had been reading Charisma Magazine online for several years...
The Bible leaves no uncertainty that a man needs to be the spiritual leader in his home. This is an awesome responsibility and one that creates much anxiety for many men, especially those struggling...
The debate over whether pornography can become addictive has continued for decades. But in May 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) created a new diagnosis code for Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD)...
Every day, we’re at war with the enemy. He desires to steal, kill, and destroy and is ultimately after our souls. But because it’s not enough for him to win us over...
The United Nations Commission on Addictions has announced that the growth of corn use and addiction cases has reached epidemic levels. Efforts to increase public awareness of this devastating problem are being launched...
What makes someone a great leader? According to a study out of the University of Texas at San Antonio, the most important quality is confidence. What is Confidence? It’s important to note that confidence can sometimes be confused with arrogance...
Rob Smets is a 5-time World Champion Bullfighter, better known as the “Kamikaze Kid”. Just one look at Rob and you’d know he’s one tough fella...
The latest review of Google Search Trends shows that the week of Christmas brings a spike of porn related search traffic in the US every year...
Why Your Full Disclosure Is Non-Negotiable You have finally admitted to yourself that you struggle with pornography. You have even taken the first step towards overcoming porn by joining a small group that is using the Conquer Series...
When are men more likely to view porn? Current issue facing our society can be a trap if we do not realize we are in a battle. With more and more people now having to stay at home...
Have you ever struggled with something, and you just couldn’t manage to get free? It could be something dark, such as pornography, anger, jealousy, food addiction, a gambling problem, or excessive drinking...
The role of a mom and dad has always been vital to the well-being of a child. But that role has taken on a new level of intensity with the proliferation of sexually explicit content...
Dear Husband, I discovered your porn, again. To say my heart is crushed would be an understatement. Instead, I feel like someone pulled my heart out of my chest...
We all have wishes and dreams. About two out of ten of us even call them goals. Problem is, only a very small percentage of people — about 1% — turn their dreams and goals into real-life successes...
Pornography has wreaked havoc on a generation of people who grew up with the internet and are now coming into their twenties and thirties and relapse is becoming an issue...
Hugh Hefner has died overnight at the age of 91. Most people know of Hefner as the founder of Playboy magazine and a driving force in legalizing pornography. What they don’t know is that, as a virgin in college...
Surveys show that most Americans do not consider the continuing explosion of the amount of pornography to be a problem. They do not see how looking at pictures or movies of sexual activity could be anything more than harmless fun...
Scott Mendes is a World Champion Bullrider who rode some of the fiercest bulls of his time, including the world’s most dangerous fighting bull, Bodacious...
Warpath is a great follow up course that allows men to put into place what they've learned in the Conquer Series. If the Conquer Series is...
The majority of individuals who are married to a person struggling with pornography or sexual addiction will admit that they are exhausted. A significant amount of mental energy has been focused on how to help their spouse...
“It’s like I’m constantly fighting a war within myself. I want to stay away from porn. I tell myself every time that I give in that this is the last time … but it’s never the last time. I can hold out for a little while...
March 25, 2014 was a big day for me. My first child was born at home at 8:58 pm. I’ve often heard people say how remarkable the event is of childbirth...
Dr. Douglas Weiss is the Executive Director of Heart to Heart Counseling Center, specializing in the treatment of marriage, sexual bondage and sexual abuse...
Dr. Joe McIlhaney is a prominent obstetrician and gynecologist and the Founder/Chairman of the Medical Institute for Sexual Health, a pro-abstinence medical research organization he established in 1992...
Please understand that this post is not meant to infer that everyone who watches pornography will become a violent criminal. The content may not be suitable for sensitive readers...
In recent years, there has been a rise in porn producers claiming they make ‘ethical porn.’ They are trying to overcome the negative press around porn’s link to human trafficking and sexual abuse. Ethical pornography is...
Brianna and Cole (names have been changed) first became suspicious when their 14-year-old son Charlie was up late at night in a dark bedroom with his iPhone screen, still shining brightly...
Paul Louis Cole is the son of the late Dr. Edwin Cole, who was the father of the Christian Men’s Movement. Paul is the President of the Christian Men’s Network Worldwide...
There’s a reason why breaking up from a sexual relationship is much more emotionally painful and much harder to forget than one that didn’t involve sex. Remember the proverbial gluing two pieces of paper together and...
You are devastated and feel like your life has been completely shattered before your eyes. You may have recently made this discovery, or it may be something that you have been struggling with for quite some time...
It’s been over 5 years since we initially launched the Conquer Series to help men find freedom. The impact has been HUGE! Created for men, this series has been helping more than one million individuals understand why...
Across the Nation at the moment there are people dealing with significant loss and trauma, from Hurricane Irma in Florida, the wild fires in the North West and the effects of Hurricane Harvey in Texas...
Four-time NCAA Wrestling Champion Dan Russell has an impressive athletic career: From being a four-time NCAA Wrestling Champion,...
What do you think is the biggest problem among Christian men today? It’s a problem in the Church that everyone knows, but no one dares talk about...
Like millions of others across the globe, we gathered with friends and family to watch last Sunday’s Super Bowl. While you may have had no “team” in the game, anyone around the NFL was rooting for Andy Reid...
When you watch porn, it affects your kids, your grandkids and even your great grandkids long after you’re gone. This episode of CBN’s “Showcase” explains how this happens and also catches up with Dr. Doug Weiss, psychologist...
New Year resolutions to stop watching porn don't work. There is no on and off switch to stop watching porn. The brain doesn't work like that. It requires much more than will power. It requires a proven process to build new neural pathways in the brain towards healthy sexuality - the way God designed.
Dear Dad, I want to let you know first of all that I love you and forgive you for what this has done in my life. I also wanted to let you know exactly what your porn use has done to my life...
People Were Stunned When She Chose to Marry Him. They Said it Could Never Work. 3 Years Later, Things Couldn’t Be Better...
Like most who've experienced betrayal, just hearing the word "forgiveness" may ignite a feeling of contempt. You have every right to feel what you're feeling. Although, because we have the right to feel that way, doesn't mean we should.
The Florida Legislature has declared pornography a public health risk this week, following eight other States who’ve all made similar declarations. Republican Rep. Ross Spano sponsored the bill which was passed in Tallahassee, Fl...
As people being to rapidly turn their hearts back to the Lord, the question remains, "Will the Church be ready?" For many, the Church...
Eric Hovind from Creation Today is known around the world for his work sharing the truth of God’s word beginning in Genesis. He also shares his story about his struggle with pornography with brute honesty in the Conquer Series...
Utah, the State with the highest consumption of porn per person, was the first state to pass a resolution declaring pornography as a public health crisis...
We’ve all made New Year’s resolutions that we quickly break...
With President Elect, Donald Trump’s inauguration this Friday, will he fulfill the commitment that he made during his Presidential campaign to end the spread of pornography?...
Josh McDowell Ministry is hosting the Set Free Summit next month to...
Florida based KingdomWorks Studios received two prestigious awards in the International Christian Film Festival, hosted in Orlando last week...
The KingdomWorks Studios team was onsite last week at...
Pornography remains a topic that most church leaders choose to ignore. Most of them justify their avoidance by saying, “People in my church don’t have a problem with pornography.” But stories that expose the pornography epidemic within the...
Churches around the Nation are getting ready to commemorate Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, on January 22 – and this year they’re being encouraged to show a powerful short film about the Jewish Holocaust...
There is a serious masculinity crisis in churches across the world. Just take America, for instance. In 2003, the typical church attendance in the U.S. was made up of only 39% male,...
First there was Alyssa Milano. Then Rose McGowan. Earlier this week came Reese Witherspoon’s bombshell revelation that she was raped by a director at age 16. The news was also ablaze with Olympic gold medalist McKayla Maroney’s allegations...
The KingdomWorks Studios film crew is heading into the vast Canadian Wilderness this week to...
More than 155 men met in Colorado Springs this past weekend to attend the inaugural Conquer Leadership Conference. They were gathering for training on how to help men find lasting freedom from pornography...
First, there were reports of Instagram declaring Christian music harmful. Then, California’s governor ordered Christians to quit singing in church. Without much media coverage, the U.S. Navy prohibited sailors...
KC Royals General Manager, Dayton Moore, told his players that if you want to win, stay away from porn. He revealed his discussion with the team regarding porn during a press conference this week...
The other day I had a conversation with Jesus. Not Jesus the carpenter from Galilee, but Jesus the maintenance guy from Palm Beach, FL...
Every second over $3,000 is spent on it. Every second over 25,000 Internet users are viewing it. Forty million men regularly visit websites for it. Ten percent of men admit they suffer from an online addiction...
A powerful, new short film sheds light on the modern day Holocaust and...
We were recently contacted by a gentleman who is working hard to get the Conquer Series into churches because of the way it has impacted his life. He wrote this story for a local church who were considering starting a Conquer Group...
WalMart has announced this week that Cosmopolitan Magazine will no longer be flaunted to kids and adolescents in it’s checkout lines across the country. This is welcome news for Victoria Hearst...
Visiting “The Most Magical Place on Earth” is the dream of many children. Families save and plan for the ultimate Disney vacation, determined to make memories that last a lifetime...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has now classified compulsive sexual behavior – commonly called sex addiction – as a mental health disorder. While the impacts of sex addiction have long affected relationships...