In academic studies on pornography, you often encounter the term “scrupulosity.” It’s a technical word related to the idea of “having scruples” about something, but in a neurotic or obsessive way. However, it plays an important part in how psychologists and sociologists understand the effects of porn, particularly on Christians. So let’s take a look at porn and scrupulosity and why it is that pornography seems to affect different people differently. What Is “Scrupulosity” About Porn? It goes without saying that most Christians have scruples about pornography. Scrupulosity is generally considered a kind of obsessive compulsiveness about a person’s religious…

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Can you want something you don’t even like? Many people who try to leave their porn addiction are confused by their own desires. They genuinely wish to stop. They may even feel disgusted by pornography, not to mention the effects it has on their lives. But they still want it irresistibly. If this is you, rest assured: You’re not alone. The Apostle Paul himself grappled with similar struggles, “For I do not understand what I am doing, because I do not practice what I want to do, but I do what I hate” (Romans 7:15). “I hate porn because I…

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We have access to mind-boggling technology, and our culture is devoted to using it effectively. Too often, however, our technology uses us. It’s very evident with things like pornography. But even apart from porn, we often struggle to use our computers, tablets, and smartphones to the glory of God. Thankfully, God’s Word gives Christians clear instructions for dealing with new technology. Although written thousands of years ago, the Bible is full of timeless stories that show us how to have discernment. In 1 Corinthians, Paul gives some stern rebukes to the Corinthian church for the way they were mimicking—and in…

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