I would like to debate a trending but uncomfortable topic: pornography. Many Christians struggle with this sin, which has severe consequences on the mind. In my book “The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies,” I explore the science behind porn’s toxicity. Pornography sears your conscience, making you desensitized to guilt and conviction, as stated in 1 Timothy 4:2.
Watching porn releases powerful hormones like oxytocin and vasopressin, which normally promote bonding and healing. However, within the context of sin, they create a confusing and damaging effect on the brain, just like a Christmas tree catching fire. This rewires your brain, numbing you to real love, intimacy, and joy. Pornography damages your mind, body, soul, and relationship with Christ, separating you from God and putting you in bondage.
I address this and other sexual sins in my book and encourage you to hunt help and God’s forgiveness for those who’re combating pornography.
A highly sought-after speaker, creator, TV host, and ordained minister, Garrett is the creator of The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies (2024), I Choose Victory: Moving from Victim to Victor (2020), and Prodigal Daughter: A Journey Home to Identity (2016). For more information, visit www.cynthiagarrett.org
