Resources
for Male
Sex Addiction Recovery
This page contains
resources that we have personally reviewed or have been recommended to us by our
website visitors. Most of the listings contain a link to Christianbook.com,
where your purchase will help support this website.
Breaking Free by Russell Willingham
This book was recommended by David Foster, of Mastering Life Ministries. "Russell Willingham's Breaking Free is a
compelling and insightful work that seems intended primarily for Christian heterosexual
males seeking deliverance from the habitual use of pornographic materials, sexual
fantasizing, masturbation, prostitution and extra-marital affairs. It is written in
a down to earth and readable style and is a good place to start for Christians who
struggle with sexual addictions or for those who provide counsel and support to
them."
Don't Call it Love: Recovery from Sexual Addiction by Patrick Carnes
"This ground-breaking work by the nation's leading professional expert on sexual
addiction is based on the candid testimony of more than one thousand recovering
sexual addicts in the first major scientific study of the disorder. This
essential volume includes not only the revealing findings of Dr. Carnes's
research but also advice from the addicts and co-addicts themselves as they work
to overcome their compulsive behavior. Positive, hopeful, and practical,
Don't Call It Love helps addicts, friends and family of addicts, the general
public and the scientific community better understand all addictions, their
causes, and the difficult path to recovery."
Eternal Victim/Eternal Victor by Donnie
McClurkin
Remembering and recounting the ordeals of his early childhood, Donnie McClurkin
resurrects feelings of hurt and pain that had long been forgotten. He causes
himself to reveal the scars of healed wounds, explain how it happened, how he
endured, and how he and his family came out delivered and victorious. This truly
personal testimony by one of Gospel music's favorite artists, shares his
tremendous compassion for those who have not received healing for their hurts,
as well as those who are still in the midst of their personal struggles -
especially the children. From the moment he neglected watching
his two-year old brother, only to see him toddle into the street and be
tragically killed by a speeding car, to the extreme sexual violation of an uncle
who took advantage of his childhood innocence, to his bout with homosexuality,
McClurkin candidly recounts the steps he took to turn his life from a victim to
a victor.
Every Man's Battle by Steven Arterburn & Fred Stoeker
Many of our visitors have recommended this book and it's accompanying
workbook. "Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker tackle this serious problem
[of sexual temptations] head-on, offering a practical battle plan for
men---married or single---who desire to live by God's standard."
Every Young Man's Battle by Steven Arterburn & Fred Stoeker
This book "will show young men how to train their eyes and minds, how to clean
up their thought life, and develop a realistic battle plan for remaining pure in
today's sexually soaked culture. The authors offer young Christian men workable,
biblical strategies for achieving sexual purity." An accompanying
workbook is available.
Healing the Wounds of Divorce: A Spiritual Guide to Recovery
by
Barbara Leahy Shlemon
This book was recommended to us by a respected colleague in prayer ministry. "All
those who have experienced the pain of divorce, regardless of their age or sex,
will find in Barbara Shlemon a sensitive and wise companion. Whether the wounds
of divorce are new or old, her faith-story will help readers discover the
healing compassion of God."
I Surrender All: Rebuilding a Marriage Broken by Pornography
by Clay & Renee Crosse
"Clay Crosse was a soaring success in Christian music, but his secret sin
threatened everything... He was addicted to pornography. No one knew he had a
problem-not even Clay-until the day God took away his singing voice. What
followed was the story of the power of grace and forgiveness. Now Clay and Renee
tell their story with the prayer that it will help countless other
marriages-perhaps even yours."
Pornography:
Addictive, Progressive and Deadly by Dr. James Dobson (Video)
This Focus on the Family video exposes the addictive, progressive and
deadly trap of pornography. Dr. Dobson teaches a group of teens on the
basics of how pornography affects people. The video also includes several
excerpts from Dr. Dobson's exclusive interview with serial killer Ted Bundy,
shortly before he was executed. Bundy shares how pornography helped him
accelerate down the road of becoming a killer. Recommended for ages 16 to
26.
Spiritual House Cleaning by Alice and Eddie Smith
Take off the blinders! See your house and possessions with spiritual
eyes! The average Christian family may not even be aware of the necessity to
spiritually clean their house in order to experience the peaceful presence of
God. That is why the Smiths have written this book. Biblically based, practical
and easy-to-read, this book is filled with proven ways for you and your family
to live free in Christ by ridding your home of things that attract and empower
spiritual darkness.
The Way to Love Your Wife:Creating Greater Love and Passion in the Bedroom
By Clifford L. Penner, Ph.D. & Joyce J. Penner, M.N., R.N. / Focus On The Family
Good sex doesn't just happen! Noted therapists Clifford and Joyce Penner candidly describe what makes the marriage relationship meaningful to a woman, while giving men counsel on how to build desire, get past sexual problems, and discover what brings both partners greater pleasure and intimacy. Previously published as The Married Guy's Guide to Great Sex.
The Wounded Heart: Hope for Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse
By Dr. Dan Allender
Almost everyone knows a victim of childhood sexual abuse; it has no religious or
social boundaries. And sexual abuse is probably the most ''soul-deadening''
trauma there is. For adult victims, here is a way out of the rage, fear, and
confusion. For their spouses, families, friends, and counselors, here are
specific ways you can help the healing process. With Christ, there is indeed
hope for the wounded heart. With a foreword by Dr. Larry Crabb. 255 pages,
softcover from NavPress.
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