“This is a fantastic resource for ministries, churches, small groups, & individuals looking to address sexual brokenness - especially pornography addiction. War of the Soul gets to the point with practical steps. It facilitates small group vulnerability. Addresses the emotional and mental component of any addiction - not just the physical. Is Scripturally deep. And is definitely written for the current generation. I would highly recommend!”
— Amazon user review
War of the Soul Study
“Jason Johnston works to educate and equip parents, church staff, and members of the community with a Gospel-centric perspective on how to combat pornography and reach those we love who are affected, addicted, and afflicted by such an insidious, pervasive evil with the cleansing, healing love of Jesus Christ.”
— Rev. Jeff Kersey, Senior Pastor Mount Horeb UMC
Addiction in the Church
Addiction can be taboo in the church, especially in the area of sexuality. But the Gospel is for sinners and the church has an open door for ministry to speak the love of Christ for addicts.
The War of the Soul
Gospel Hope for a Porn-Filled World.
“Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul,” (1 Peter 2:11)
49 percent of all trafficking victims and 70 percent of underage trafficking victims reported that pornography was made of them while they were enslaved (Fight the New Drug).
Yet 68% of church going men view porn on a regular basis (Pure Desire Ministries). The porn industry is shielded by the lie that it isn’t hurting anyone. We can attempt to believe that these are highly paid actors and actresses willingly participating. But the big picture of the porn industry shows drugs, coercion, violence, intimidation, and trafficking. If the church wants to be the salt and light needed to free victims from sex trafficking, we must start by ending the demand created by pornography.
War of the Soul Training
Church Leader Training to equip churches to understand and prevent porn addiction
Training for Parents to prevent their children from becoming addicted to porn
Small Group Curriculum for recovery from porn addiction
The Gospel is for the Broken.
“And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”” (Mark 2:17)
Do all men look at porn?
Statistics show a high percentages of men admitting to viewing pornography, so do any live in integrity? Is it possible today to say, "No!" to temptation and honor God with our eyes and mind? I believe there is a Scriptural example that shows us it is possible.