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2. Why talk about Pornography? Because its a major part of Proverbs
Because its destroying our churches and our nation
3. Why talk about Pornography? 12
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Average age of first exposure to porn
Of 15-17 yr olds have seen hardcore
Of Christian men consume porn
Of Christian women consume porn
Of us are using porn regularly
4. How to Resist Sexual Sin Talk about it!! (Prov 7:1-5)
Talk to someone who can help you
Talk to an accountability partner
All of us need accountability
Talk to your kids
Balance protection and preparation
5. How to Resist Sexual Sin Avoid the First Steps (Prov 7:6ff)
Watch the progression:
He opens the door to temptation (7:6-9)
The trap is set (7:10-21)
He suddenly falls (7:22a)
Lesson: Sexual sin is a slippery slope
App: Do whatever it takes to avoid the first step!
Limit/cut internet, cable, phone, magazines
6. How to Resist Sexual Sin Understand the Consequences
God knows & cares
He sees Prov 5:21-22
He cares Revelation 21:8
People are getting hurt (Prov 7:22-23)
Slavery it will own you (Rom 6:16)
Loss of Life (Prov 6:27-29)
App: Create a list of personal motives for purity
7. How to Resist Sexual Sin Pursue the Right Things
Pursue your spouse (Prov 5:18-20)
App: Regular date nights
Pursue Christs mission for your life
Davids poor example (2 Samuel 11:1)
App: Get in the game share your faith, serve others, use your spiritual gifts!!
8. Review If you are struggling
Get help
Get accountability
Limit/remove sources of temptation
Create your list of motives for purity
Pursue your spouse and Christs mission
9. Review Parents
Protect your kids as much as possible
Prepare your kids early
Those not struggling
Pray unceasingly for those who are
10. Romans 8:38-39 For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
11. Resources for Sexual Purity For all needs:
talk to SG leaders, elders, staff, or staff spouses
For those who may be addicted:
Celebrate Recovery
Private online counseling videos:
www.pureonline .com
Computer accountability and filtering:
Covenant Eyes (www.covenanteyes.com)