Pornography is no longer a problem in the world; it is an epidemic trapping millions of men, women and children in a hopeless cycle of guilt, shame, anger and defeat. It leaves a trail of broken marriages, sexualized children, lost jobs, and unfulfilled dreams in its wake.
Studies show nearly two-thirds of men, one in five women and one in three pastors regularly visit sexually explicit websites. It is estimated that at least one-quarter of employees use work computers to view pornography on company time.
Ten years ago, 90 percent of boys and 60 percent of girls were exposed to pornography before their 18th birthday. Today, children between the ages of 9 and 17 are among the world’s largest producers of pornography thanks to technological advances in cell phones and webcams.
Pornocide: Why Lust is Killing Your Faith, Stealing Your Joy and Destroying Your Life is unique. It’s a fictional story based on his personal struggle to overcome a pornography habit that spanned four decades. It’s a tale of a man who is caught in his sin and, through a series of divine appointments, develops addiction-crushing, mountain-moving faith to finally enjoy complete freedom.
By resting in God’s grace and tapping into important spiritual principles, you, too, can be free from the devastating consequences of lust and pornography. will show you how to:
- Use effective weapons to wage war against a very powerful enemy seeking to ruin your life.
- Plant seeds of faith which, over time, produce a rewarding harvest of self-respect and genuine relationships.
- Tap into the healing power of a loving God who is cheering for your success at every turn.
- Avoid the slippery slope of pornography that will take you places you don’t want to go and from which it is very difficult to return.
- Understand how your brain reacts to pornography by stimulating an unyielding desire for more—and what you can do to defeat the vicious cycle.
- Respond appropriately to repeated failure until you’re strong enough to simply walk away.
Pornocide is a captivating book you’ll find hard to put down. However the strategies outlined in it will help you overcome not only lust and pornography, but any mountain in your life. Don’t allow yourself to remain trapped in bondage to a demanding and unforgiving master. Isn’t it time you restored joy, peace, and a sense of purpose to your life?
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Chapter 1—Caught in the Act
Chapter 2—Confessing a Secret
Chapter 3—Digging a Deeper Hole
Chapter 4—The Fiery Furnace
Chapter 5—Walking Into the Light
Chapter 6—Do You Want to Get Well?
Chapter 7—Hope for a New Life
Chapter 8—The First Assignment
Chapter 9—Patty’s Dilemma
Chapter 10—Satan Strikes Back
Chapter 11—A Sinner Restored
Chapter 12—An Emotional Reunion
Chapter 13—The Power of Forgiveness
Chapter 14—The Marketing of Sin
Chapter 15—The Father of Lies
Chapter 16—Gearing Up for Battle
Chapter 17—Fighting Condemnation
Chapter 18—Planting Seeds
Chapter 19—Remaining on the Vine
Chapter 20—A Casualty of War
Chapter 21—Ladies’ Day Out
Chapter 22—Making Progress
Chapter 23—The Shocking Secret
Chapter 24—Kingdom Promises
Chapter 25—Early Intervention
Chapter 26—The Brain on Porn
Chapter 27—The Antidote
Chapter 28—Occupying Enemy Territory
Chapter 29—The Darker Side of Porn
Chapter 30—Setting Captives Free
Chapter 31—The Final Test
Chapter 32—Anointing a Warrior
Über den Autor
Kary Oberbrunner is Igniting Souls. Through his writing, speaking, and coaching, he helps individuals and organizations clarify who they are, why they are here, and where they should invest their time and energy.
Kary struggled finding his own distinct voice and passion. As a young man, he suffered from severe stuttering, depression, and self-injury. Today a transformed man, Kary invests his time helping others experience unhackability in work and life.
He is the founder of Redeem the Day, which serves the business community, and Igniting Souls, which serves the nonprofit community. He and his wife Kelly are blessed with three amazing children and live outside Columbus, Ohio.