Many thanks to Pure Life Ministries for publishing my article, “Internet Porn, Magic Rings, and the Secret of Obedience.” It is a real honor to work with a ministry that was so instrumental in my own freedom from the grip of pornography. I highly recommend their books and other resources to those who are struggling with this sin.
Magic Rings and Internet Porn
Last Updated: March 26, 2024
Luke Gilkerson has a BA in Philosophy and Religious Studies and an MA in Religion. He is the author of Your Brain on Porn and The Talk: 7 Lessons to Introduce Your Child to Biblical Sexuality. Luke and his wife Trisha blog at IntoxicatedOnLife.com
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