Sexual Addiction and Anti-Porn Class

Starting June 14, a 5 week course on sexual addiction and porn addiction will be taught at the Adventure 4- Square Church in Draper, UT at 6:45 pm.  The statistics, based on admissions, state that 60% of men and youths in the church, have been exposed to or are addicted to pornography   The reality is that it is much higher.  I would, based on both my own experience as well as my experience as a pastor and a counselor in this area, would push that percentage to a much higher 98%.  That being said, if you suffer from this, have been exposed even once (I will come back to that), have sons that are ages 12 or higher, are married to a man, know of others who are married to men, have brothers, etc. you should urge they attend this class.

Methamphetamines, is the most addictive drug out there. 25% of all who try it just once get immediately addicted.  Porn is worse. 1 exposure is an addiction.  The mind's camera does not get erased just because you think it will be.  If not dealt with, those images will be recalled, especially when you are at a weak point in your life. You don't have to believe me.  But why would you risk suffering for the rest of your life because you did not deal with it?

The class is called Conquer.  It deals with the spiritual, emotional, mental, and yes physical aspects and consequences of sexual addiction.  It is a video class taught by a retired US Air Force Colonel. You can sign up for it online at www.adventurehome.org.  It is $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for boys.
The class is a safe and confidential environment to deal with an incredibly insidious and debilitating sin.  All of us who have dealt with it have been ashamed and understand how it feels. Please don't let shame and embarrassment stop you.  It is a loving and non-condemning atmosphere created to love and help.

The New Testament, over and over again mentions the sin of sexual immorality.  If God thinks it is important shouldn't you?

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