Book Resources
Anderson, Neil. A Way of Escape. Harvest House, 1998. (Retail: $11.99)
For people trapped by unwanted thoughts, compulsive habits, or painful pasts, Anderson provides steps to overcome sexual strongholds. No matter how high the walls, escape is possible. Readers will discover practical and biblical insights to help them discover true freedom through Christ.
Anderson, Neil. The Bondage Breaker. Harvest House, 2006. (Retail: $14.99)
Anderson's bestselling book The Bondage Breaker leads you away from the shadows and shackles in your life and toward the freedom that comes when you: realize you have the right to be free, confront the power of Satan, fight the temptation to do it your way, trade deception for grace, and affirm your identity in Christ. Anderson ultimately helps you break negative thought patterns, control irrational feelings, and break out of the bondage of sinful behavior. If you're struggling, discover how to embrace the promise of Jesus to win the spiritual battles confronting you.
Anderson, Neil. Finding Freedom in a Sexually Obsessed World. Harvest House. (Retail: $8.99)
For too many believers, God's wonderful gift of sex has become a source of spiritual slavery rather than a liberating blessing. Neil Anderson points the way out of confusion and shame by: exposing the guilt, anger and fear involved in sexual struggles, showing how believing the truth breaks the lies of sexual - emotional bondage, and giving practical steps to overcome spiritual entrapment with God's Word.
Anderson, Neil. Victory over the Darkness. Gospel Light, 2000. (Retail: $14.99)
When we begin our Christian walk we are overwhelmed with joy, but it does not take long before the darkness of intellectual doubt, emotional confusion and physical pain threaten to separate us from our Savior. Anderson explains that our identity in Christ, the power of Scripture, and the love of the Christian community will help us to experience Victory Over the Darkness. Let this gifted pastor and counselor teach you how to "live as children of light" (Eph. 5:8).
Arterburn, Stephen, Fred and Brenda Stoeker. Every Heart Restored: A Wife’s Guide to Healing in the Wake of a Husband’s Sexual Sin. Waterbrook Press, 2004. (Retail: $13.99)
As the wife of a man who is addicted to lust, pornography, or masturbation, you are not alone. Millions of men can't get through the day or week without clicking onto their favorite Internet porn sites, thumbing through adult magazines, or watching sensual videos-and millions of wives suffer as a result. Here is the book for every woman who has become a casualty in the fight for sexual purity. Filled with stories from wives and husbands at every stage in the struggle for sexual purity, this book addresses the questions and real-life issues that matter to you most. Whether you are facing the startling new revelation of your husband's sin, dealing with a long-term problem, or cleaning out an old wound, you will be led to healing greater than you imagine possible.
Arteburn, Stephen and Fred Stoeker. Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Purity One Victory at a Time. Random House, 2000. (Retail: $13.99)
From the television to the Internet, print media to videos, men are constantly faced with the assault of sensual images. It is impossible to avoid such temptations...but thankfully, not impossible to rise above them. Shattering the perception that men are unable to control their thought lives and roving eyes, Every Man's Battle shares the stories of dozens who have escaped the trap of sexual immorality and presents a practical, detailed plan for any man who desires sexual purity. Perfect for men who have fallen in the past, those who want to remain strong today, and all who want to overcome temptation in the future. Includes a special section for women, designed to help them understand and support the men they love.
Arterburn, Stephen, Fred Stoeker, and Mike Yorkey. Every Young Man’s Battle: Strategies for Victory in the Real World of Sexual Temptaton. Random House, 2002. (Retail: $13.99)
Every Young Man's Battle 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, Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker, offer young Christian men workable, biblical strategies for achieving sexual purity.
Arterburn, Stephen and Fred Stoeber. Preparing Your Son for Every Man’s Battle. Random House, 2003. (Retail: $13.99)
In today's out-of-control culture, preparing boys for adolescence is absolutely essential. Designed especially for parents of sons aged 8-13, this guide offers practical ways to help your teens resist sexual temptation, overcome the pervasive negative influence of movies, TV, music and the Internet, and pursue a life of obedience and integrity.
Arterburn, Stephen. Road Warrior: How to Keep Your Faith, Relationships, and Integrity When Away from Home. WaterBrook Press, 2008. (Retail: $12.99)
Business travel expenses are escalating---and not just financially! The mental, spiritual, and emotional costs of "separation sickness" are bankrupting individuals and families. Two men who've been there share their biblical and practical insights---and offer five foundational pillars to help you strengthen your defenses, build and maintain connections, and find balance between work and life.
DiMarco, Hayley. Sexy Girls: How Hot is Too Hot? Baker, 2006. (Retail: $14.99)
Every teenage girl wants to be sexy, wants to be noticed, to be attractive. But what is "sexy," really? Do you know what you're saying about yourself by the way you dress? Popular author Hayley DiMarco wants to help you figure it out. Sexy Girls is an honest and provocative look at everything sexy--from clothes and self-presentation to body image. With her approachable style and wit, Hayley shows: why little things called hormones affect the way guys look at girls, what girls are really saying by the way they dress, and what God thinks about teens trying to be sexy. With quizzes, sidebars, and questions for reflection, Sexy Girls is the perfect opportunity for you to figure out who you are and how you are going to present that image to your peers.
DiMarco, Hayley. Technical Virgin: How Far is Too Far? Baker, 2006. (Retail: $14.99)
Huh?! You read that right! The reality is that while you may have decided to save sex for marriage, you may still be having physical encounters--but not going all the way. But being a "technical virgin" isn't just risky--did you know you could still contract an STD or get pregnant?--it can wreak havoc on your emotions and your spirit. Even innocent playing around, like back rubs or tickle fights, could be setting the stage for something more. Hayley DiMarco explains why. Technical Virgin also answers questions you might be afraid to ask: have I gone too far, what is too far, and if I've messed up, will God forgive me, what should I do from now on? Knowing when to draw the line will help save you the pain "everything but sex" can bring. This book can help you start over with a clean slate if you've already "messed up" and keep your purity intact if you're just starting to get physical with guys because purity doesn't have room for compromise.
Ethridge, Shannon. Every Woman's Battle: Discovering God's Plan for Sexual and Emotional Fulfillment. Random House, 2003. (Retail: $13.99)
When does an affair begin? Not with the first forbidden touch...but with the first forbidden thought. Unexpectedly, you find yourself enjoying a powerful emotional bond with another man. You feel like you matter to someone again. And the door you thought was locked so firmly---the door to sexual infidelity---is suddenly ajar. The only way you can survive the intense struggle for sexual integrity is by guarding not just your body, but your mind and heart as well. Every Woman's Battle can help you learn to do that. Using real-life stories and examples from her own struggle, Shannon Ethridge helps women like you---whether married, engaged, or planning to marry someday.
Ethridge, Shannon and Stephen Arterburn. Every Young Woman’s Battle: Guarding Your Mind, Heart, and Body in a Sex-Saturated World. Random House, 2004. (Retail: $13.99)
Guys aren't the only ones fighting for purity in today's sex-saturated society! Girls who just want to fit in and look attractive can be swept up in destructive relationships and behaviors - paying a terrible cost. Ethridge and Arterburn offer interviews, research, and godly advice to help young women avoid these pitfalls and achieve sexual integrity.
Feldhahn, Shaunti and Jeff. For Men Only. Multnomah, 2006. (Retail: $14.99)
You love her, you plan to spend the rest of your life with her, but you just can't figure her out! Thanks to bestselling author Shaunti Feldhahn and her husband Jeff you now can have a reliable "map" of what makes women tick. Culled from hundreds of interviews and scientific research, the Feldhahns debunk the notion that women are complicated and mysterious, and have opened the door to your understanding and loving her the way you have always wanted.
Feldhahn, Shaunti. For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men. Multnomah, 2004. (Retail: $14.99)
What's going on in there? Ever been totally confused by something your man has said or done? Want to understand his secret desires and fears, his daily battles that you know nothing about? Shaunti Feldhahn takes you beneath the surface into the inner lives of men. For Women Only is about the things we just don't "get" about guys. With findings from a groundbreaking national survey and personal interviews of over one thousand men, Feldhahn presents eye-opening revelations you need not only to understand the man in your life, but to support and love him in the way he needs to be loved. Grounded in biblical hope, you'll discover how to love your man for who he really is - not who you think he is.
Gallagher, Steve. Standing Firm through the Great Apostasy. Pure Life Ministries, 2008. (Retail: $13.99)
From the outset, the implications this book are terrifying. In this thorough, and sometimes disquieting, investigation of the biblical predictions, the Great Apostasy emerges, not as a foreboding future event, but as the very essence of today's postmodern Church. Like tares in the wheat field, false adherents are presently growing up alongside true believers. But how will we know them? What are the distinguishing qualities of these apostate confessors? This is where Steve Gallagher is at his best. By mining the treasure-laden writings of past centuries and carefully examining the sacred Scriptures, he exposes the prevailing self-centeredness, widespread sensuality, and rebellion to authority that epitomizes this false part of the Body.
Hall, Laurie. An Affair of the Mind. Tyndale House, 1996. (Retail: $12.99)
Compelling and poignant, An Affair of the Mind tells the story of one woman's struggle to protect herself and her children from the devastating effects of pornography. With both candor and sensitivity, Laurie Hall relives the nightmare that nearly destroyed her family, warning others of porn's seductive, addictive nature. She opens her heart and bares her soul, imparting keen insights and comfort. And she shares the hard lessons God taught her - among them, the virtues of patience, trust, and perseverance.
Harris, Joshua. I Kissed Dating Goodbye, A New Attitude Toward Romance and Relationships. Multnomah, 2003. (Retail: $12.99)
Are you fed up with the sham and charade of the dating game? Harris understands because he's been there. His honest and refreshing approach to dating challenges today's dating practices and offers practical, biblical alternatives. Discover how living a life of love, purity, and purposeful singleness can help you build godly, satisfying relationships.
Harris, Joshua. Not Even a Hint: Guarding Your Heart Against Lust. Multnomah Publishers, 2003. (Retail: $12.99)
An equal opportunity destroyer, lust targets men and women alike. Discover the enemy's secret strategies---and fight back! Straightforward without being graphic, Harris's guide offers practical advice for combating unholy urges, preparing young people for a lifetime of resisting temptation, and embracing godly desire. For ages 15 and up.
Leman, Kevin and Kathy Flores Bell. A Chicken's Guide to Talking Turkey with Your Kids about Sex. Zondervan, 2004. (Retail: $16.99)
Even the bravest parents feel "chicken" about discussing sex with their 8-to-14-year-olds. Leman and Bell offer reassuring humor, real-life anecdotes, and reliable information to make it easier. Prepare yourself to talk about "firsts" (shave, bra, school, dance, etc.); appropriate friendships with the opposite sex; dangers such as STDs, unplanned pregnancies, rape and more.