Tools for the Fight

Required & Recommended Reading

These are not casual suggestions. The books marked as core reading are foundational to the curriculum.

Every Man's Battle

Stephen Arterburn & Fred Stoeker

The foundational text for the group. Arterburn and Stoeker address pornography and sexual temptation with brutal honesty and practical wisdom. Core reading for all participants.

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Proven Men

Joel Hesch

A Bible-based 12-step program for sexual integrity. The Proven Men curriculum aligns closely with our group's structure and is used as a companion workbook.

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Surfing for God

Michael John Cusick

Addresses the soul wound beneath pornography use. Cusick argues that what men are seeking in pornography is ultimately what only God can provide.

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The Purity Principle

Randy Alcorn

A concise, powerful biblical case for purity. Short enough to read in a sitting, dense enough to reshape your thinking.

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Wired for Intimacy

William Struthers

A neuroscientist and Christian explains how pornography hijacks the male brain — and what the brain's design reveals about God's intent for intimacy.

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Unwanted

Jay Stringer

Explores the unique sexual struggles that surface in each man's life and why understanding your story is essential to lasting freedom.

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Technology That Helps

These tools are not optional for Freedom Group participants. Every man in the group is expected to use at least one accountability software solution.

Covenant Eyes

The gold standard in accountability software. Covenant Eyes monitors your browsing and sends a report to your accountability partner. It also includes a screen accountability feature that captures screenshots. Required for all group participants.

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Accountable2You

A strong alternative or supplement to Covenant Eyes. Accountable2You monitors device activity across all platforms — iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows, Chromebook — and reports to your accountability partner in real time.

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Proven Men App

A companion app to the Proven Men Bible study. Includes daily devotions, accountability check-ins, and progress tracking. Free and available on iOS and Android.

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Organizations We Trust

Proven Men Ministries

A nonprofit ministry providing resources, small group curricula, and accountability tools for men pursuing sexual integrity. Their Bible study is foundational to our curriculum.

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Fight the New Drug

A science-based organization dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful effects of pornography. Excellent resources for understanding the research and sharing with skeptics.

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Every Man Ministries

The ministry arm behind the Every Man's Battle book series. Offers conferences, small group resources, and online courses for men and couples.

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