Prayer Topic: Pornography Addiction

People wrestling with a pornography addiction may struggle with embarrassment, guilt, self worth, their own relationships, their walk with the Lord if they are Christians, and openness to seek help. If you cannot relate, be careful not to “tell them what to do”. If you can relate, share that you have been there. They need to know there is not only life past this event, but toal and complete freedom from the bondage. 

Possible Things to Pray for:

• Forgiveness- for themselves, and asking forgiveness from those in their family/spouse, etc.
• Willingness to seek help, (wise counsel)
• Repentance and then openness for Holy Spirit to break this stronghold.
• Willingness to take preventative action: support group, accountability, internet controls

Verses to Share: All NIV Translations

John 8:36 - So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. 

2 Corinthians 3:17 - Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 

Philippians 4:7 - And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 

Romans 12:2 - Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. 

1 Corinthians 10:13 - No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 

Bible Plans:

Come Home. - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/18856-come-home-redemptive-map-from-lust-back-to-christ

How Christ Offers Freedom From Pornography -https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/15218-how-christ-offers-freedom-from-pornography 

Other Resources:

Every Man’s Battle by Stephen Arterburn - http://amzn.com/0307457974 

Covenant Eyes (App and for PC) - http://www.covenanteyes.com 

XXXChurch - (a lot of resources) -  http://xxxchurch.com

RTribe Accountability App - http://www.rtribe.org/ (This requires someone else to be accountable with, so if the person needs a partner, have them ask us about that.)

Avenue Works - http://avenue.works This organization helps men who have struggled with infidelity and/or pornography, and offers support to women whose husbands are in that battle.

Helpful Songs:

Break Every Chain - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27yNk3tQWMo&list=PLcZ5qEEU6kPTPYL8-0w--P74_3V8a2pkX&index=12

No Weapon - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIKckk5eamY&list=PLcZ5qEEU6kPTPYL8-0w--P74_3V8a2pkX&index=17