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Focus on the Family
This ministry has created an excellent website as a practical resource for
individuals who want to overcome the grip of online pornography and other
struggles in the area of sexuality. It provides beneficial tools and resources
to help inform and guide those seeking help. Go to www.pureintimacy.org for
more information.
It's More than Just Being a "Nice Guy"
Men are finding a revived sense of what it means to be a man as they read
and discuss some of John Eldredge's best-selling books. "A Battle to
fight. An Adventure to live. A Beauty to
rescue. This is what a man longs for. This is what makes him come
alive. Look at the films men love. For that matter, look at the dreams
of little boys, the games they play. There is something fierce, passionate,
and wild in the heart of every man. That is how he bears the image of God.
And the reason that most men 'live lives of quiet desperation' (Thoreau)
is because men have been told that the reason God put them on earth is
to be a 'good boy.' To be nice." ... "Simply look at the
dreams and desires written in the heart of every boy: to be a hero, to
be a warrior, to live a life of adventure and risk. Sadly, most
men abandon those dreams and desires–aided by a Christianity that
feels like nothing more than pressure to be a nice guy. It is no wonder
that many men avoid church, and those who go are often passive and bored
to death..." Read more.
Every Man's Battle for Purity
If you struggle with living a life of truth, authenticity and holiness, you’re
probably also wondering why your faith in God seems so distant and cold.
That’s not surprising–the two usually go hand-in-hand. In today’s
society, it’s a challenge to live in purity, but the reward of a full,
satisfying life makes it worth the effort. Don’t allow culture and
the enemy of your soul to steal your joy in life! The following resources
encourage and empower you to live a holy life to its fullest satisfaction
so you can experience all God intended for you.
For additional information and support in addressing sexual addictions,
see these resources:
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