Lust has become pervasive in our culture to the point that sexuality has become a negative - contaminating what God intended as a gift. Learn how to reclaim sexuality and sex as God originally planned as you cut through the deceptive lies of lust. See through new eyes enjoy a life of purity as you follow the steps in this countercultural guide.

Lust isn't just a guy problem - it's a human problem. And unless we honestly confront it, lust will destroy our relationships and our lives. Joshua Harris, author of the runaway bestseller I Kissed Dating Goodbye, calls a generation bombarded with images of sexual sin back to the freedom and joy of holiness. This "PG-rated" book - straightforward without being graphic - speaks to those entrenched in lust or just flirting with temptation. Honestly sharing his own struggles, Harris exposes lust's tactics and helps readers create a personal plan for fighting back. Men and women will find hope in God's grace and learn the secrets to lasting change.

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Reviewed by Teen Mom (Roswell, NM), June 26, 2009

Great book. This books has very practical information. It is a must read for all teens even those not dating. Deals straight forward with issues for girls as well as guys. The content is dealt with with honor. Would recommend teens as well as their parents to read. Will open your eyes to todays struggles and how to deal with in a Godly way.

Reviewed by Michael Ruiz (New Milford, NJ), May 04, 2009

Honestly, this book was a great book, and it helped answer a lot of questions that I had about lust and sex. I was also amazed at how much I was able to relate to what the book said. Joshua Harris definitely knows what he's talking about.

Reviewed by Kristofer Craft (Summerville, SC), April 22, 2009

Very good book. Hit home. Will buy any book by this author, in fact ordered about six or seven of them today.

Reviewed by David R. Bess (Charleston, WV), November 16, 2008

While there are many books available on sexual sin and purity, I haven't read a book specifically on lust until now. In this easy-to-read title, Josh Harris offers Biblically-based, culturally-relevant advice for this sin of the heart and mind. Rather than seeming holier-than-thou or clinical, the author makes himself very vulnerable, accepting and encouraging readers who may be struggling. I recommend this book highly without reservation -- it’s the only one of its kind of which I am aware.

Reviewed by Ivy-Maria Tompkins (Silver Spring, MD), May 31, 2008

WOW! This book is powerful and hard-hitting, and slices through lies and myths with the sword of God’s word head on. Liberating, captivating, and riveting! This message is a treasure trove of wisdom and godly counsel desperately needed in today’s sex-saturated world devoid of virtue and honor. It is godly counsel for every young person and adult lacking, yet desiring, it in their own lives. The anointing on this book is evident from start to finish as it deals openly and convincingly with the real issues of sexuality and lust balanced wonderfully with God’s grace and truth. This book is divinely orchestrated right down to its small, hardcover package! Just like God to conceal a powerhouse in a small vessel! (I teach a college/career class on Sundays and am using it as a companion piece with our new lesson “Sexual Purity In An Impure World,” complemented perfectly by the book’s subtitle and named prior to getting the book.)

Reviewed by Dwight T Ivy (Palo Alto, CA), May 07, 2008

This book was a real joy to read. I initially thought it was more tailored towards teens, but I found relevant reading for mature adults also.

Reviewed by Heidi Greene (Westminster, CA), March 27, 2008

I found this book to be as well written as his book "I Kissed Dating Goodbye". It had a lot of insightful help with this area of struggle for so many people. I am now having each of my children read it. I feel it is a book that everyone would benefit from reading. Even if you are not struggling with sexual lust, there is a lot to learn from this book.

Reviewed by LisaM5305 (Texas), March 25, 2008

Wow...I'd give it 10 stars if I could. I grew up in a very sexually oriented atmosphere and have battled lust for as long as I can remember. I have tried the whole willpower thing, and have failed every time. I have read a few Christian books on the subject, and they all seem to either gloss over the subject (as though the author really hasn't personally dealt with the issue) or they get to psychological...wanting to help me get to the root of my issue with lust and figure out how it possibly came about. I'm not interested in that. This book is exactly what I have been looking for, and exactly what I have needed. The author has obviously dealt with this issue deeply and his advice is totally biblical (not psychological). This is a book I will definitely not be getting rid of (not that I could, I have highlighted too much of it!).

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