The Problem With Porn

“Everybody’s doing it.” Well, not exactly, but most people are doing it. Popular author and speaker Josh McDowell has said, “Pornography is the greatest threat to the cause of Christ in the history of the church.” Let’s unpack that by addressing three questions about pornography.

How Bad is the Problem?

With every new study, we learn that porn usage is growing exponentially. Virtually every church, family, and individual has been impacted by the clutch of porn. The average age of first porn use is 11. There are 4.2 million porn websites. 95% of Christian men have viewed online porn.

What’s Wrong with Porn?

Scripture clearly shows us that God has created expressions of sex to be fulfilled within the sacred bond of marriage. Pornography feeds sex trafficking, normalizes violence, exploits children, leads to unrealistic sexual expectations, promotes selfish pleasure, and is highly addictive. Porn rewires the brain and leads to impaired decision-making.

What’s the Way Out?

The psalmist prayed, “Turn my eyes away from worthless things” (Psalm 119:37). We overcome the allure of temptation by “taking captive every thought” (2 Corinthians 2:5). But you don’t have to fight this battle alone!

Next Steps to Find Freedom

1. Get honest and tell someone you trust.
2. Get in the Fellowship Church community.
3. Join a 12-step program or start Christian counseling.