Covid-19 is not the only pandemic that humanity is facing. There is another pandemic raging in our world that in many ways is far more destructive. It is leaving a wake of shattered relationships, broken hearts, distorted perspectives on sex and love, and countless people enslaved. Its name is pornography, and it is a force to be reckoned with.
Need help navigating technology and pornography? We’d like to assist you by providing links, resources and helpful materials.
PORNDEMIC RESOURCES
RESOURCES | BOOKS
The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World
by Brett McCracken
Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place
by Andy Crouch
The Story of Me: Babies, Bodies, and a Very Good God (God’s Design for Sex)
by Stan and Brenna Jones
RESOURCES | DIGITAL
FIGHT THE NEW DRUG
The old adage of “know your enemy” has never been truer than in the fight against pornography. Perhaps all you’ve known is that it’s bad and we shouldn’t engage with it. But we would do well to know more about how pornography effects the brain, the heart, and the world.
Fight The New Drug is “a non-religious, non-legislative, nonprofit committed to raising awareness and educating on the harmful effects of pornography using only science, facts, and personal accounts encouraging individuals to make informed decisions about pornography.” It is an excellent resource full of blog posts, articles, documentaries, and personal stories, aimed at helping people better understand the enemy that is pornography as well as help them to fight back! There’s even a “conversation guide” to help start a conversation with a friend or loved one that is trapped in pornography. For more information click here: https://fightthenewdrug.org
AXIS // CONNECTING PARENTS, TEENS AND JESUS IN A DISCONNECTED WORLD
Every parent wants to be a better parent. But the reality is that discipling our kids is hard work and if we’re willing to admit it, we can all use some help! Axis is a ministry-based organization that provides wonderful Gospel-based resources “designed to partner with parents to help guide your relationship with your kid by having an ongoing conversation aimed at leading them into a lifelong faith in Jesus.” For more information click here: https://axis.org
RESOURCES | SAFEGUARDS
They say that “defense wins championships”. We absolutely must aggressively fight against pornography and its effects, but we also need a strong defense against it. There are a number of products and programs available to set up boundaries and safeguards and create accountability on the devices that we are on. Here are a few for your consideration: