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Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) - A Study Guide for Women
Shannon Harris & Joshua Harris
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Redefining Christian sexuality, Joshua Harris's influential guide tackles lust with grace, not shame. Endorsed by theologian John Piper, it sparked vital conversations about purity within evangelical communities. Can spiritual wisdom transform your relationship with desire more effectively than willpower alone?

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Beyond Shame and Silence: Reclaiming God's Design for Desire

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Imagine living in a world where your deepest struggles remain unspoken, where half the population's battle with sexual temptation is barely acknowledged. For countless Christian women, this has been reality. Sexual desire isn't just a "guy problem" - it's a human experience. The revolutionary insight at the heart of "Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is)" is that sexual desire itself isn't sinful - it's God's beautiful gift. The problem emerges when desire becomes demand, when appreciation transforms into objectification, when God's boundaries are crossed in pursuit of satisfaction. This distinction liberates us from shame about being sexual beings while providing clarity about where the real battle lies. The journey toward sexual wholeness begins with understanding that our sexuality reflects God's creative nature - it's not something to suppress or fear, but to steward with wisdom and gratitude.

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