Every Young Man's Battle: Strategies for Victory in the Real World of Sexual Temptation (The Every Man Series) [Paperback]

Stephen Arterburn (Author), Fred Stoeker (Author), Mike Yorkey (Contributor)

Book Description

Release date: August 18, 2009 | Series: The Every Man Series

Can any young man escape the lure of sexual temptation in today's world?

You're surrounded by sex constantly--in movies, on TV, video games, music, the Internet. Is it any wonder that it feels impossible to stay sexually pure?

How do men survive the relentless battle against the onslaught of lust?

With powerful ammunition.

The authors of the hard-hitting mega-bestseller Every Man’s Battle know the temptations young men face every day. The fact is, you can achieve victory over sexual compromise.  
Every Young Man’s Battle shows you how to rise above today's debased, self-seeking culture by examining God's standard, training your eyes and mind, cleaning up your thought life, and developing a plan. With extensive updates for a new generation of men, this is the award-winning guide to practical resistance. Bottom line: these strategies are biblical and they have worked for millions of men.

Experience real hope for living the way God designed. Enter the battle.

Includes comprehensive workbook for individual and group study.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Praise for Every Young Man’s Battle
 
“Every Young Man’s Battle does the best job I have ever seen on the subject
of sexual temptation. Once upon a time we lived in a world that didn’t talk
about secrets, and that world has brought us to the mess we are in today.
Young men must have an honest, blunt, and unashamedly Christian look
at their sexuality. This book will save thousands of future marriages.”
—Jim Burns, president, YouthBuilders
 
“I have never read a book as direct and open as Every Young Man’s Battle.
The profound principles communicate the authors’ personal experiences
and provide the hope that anyone can overcome a day-to-day battle with
impure thoughts. Every Young Man’s Battle helps you see the importance of
taking control over your eyes, your mind, and your heart so that you can
completely honor God in every facet of your life.”
—Scott Bullard, of musical recording group Soul Focus
 
“It’s encouraging to see some real men stand up and sound the alarm to
young men. Stephen, Fred, and Mike’s courage to tell their stories exposes
what has unfortunately become a dirty little secret among men in the
church. The battle cry of the day is for men of all ages to live a pure and
holy life, and this book will crush Satan’s strategy by giving the troops the
guts to talk about what has been taboo in the church for so long. The
authors’ poignant stories paint a picture of battle in which all men can
relate and offer hope and camaraderie to win the war.”
—Troy Vanliere, artist/manager (representing NewSong,
Carolyn Arends, Soul Focus, Jadyn Strand, and Glad)
 
“There has been a gaping void in the search for holiness, and Every Young
Man’s Battle addresses those issues where others have been comfortably
silent. If there is even a spark of desire for purity in your life, this book will
kindle that fire… It is possible to walk in victory, as you will surely find out
after reading the Every Man series.”
—Matt Butler, of musical recording group NewSong

About the Author

Stephen Arterburn is coauthor of the best-selling Every Man Series from WaterBrook Press. He is founder and chairman of New Life Clinics, host of the daily “New Life Live!” national radio program, creator of the Women of Faith Conferences, a nationally known speaker and licensed minister, and the author of more than forty books. He lives in Laguna Beach, California.

Fred Stoeker is coauthor of the best-selling Every Man Series. He is founder and chairman of Living True Ministries and a conference speaker who has counseled hundreds of men and married couples. Fred and his wife, Brenda, live in the Des Moines, Iowa, area with their four children.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: WaterBrook Press (August 18, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0307457990
• ISBN-13: 978-0307457998
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,802 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > Teens > Health, Mind & Body > Sexuality
  • #29 in Books > Teens > Social Issues

More About the Author

Stephen Arterburn is the founder and chairman of New Life Ministries--the nation's largest faith-based broadcast, counseling, and treatment ministry--and is the host of the nationally syndicated "New Life Live!" daily radio program heard on over 180 radio stations nationwide. Steve is also the founder of the Women of Faith conferences, attended by over 3 million women.

Steve is a nationally known public speaker and has been featured in national media venues such as "Oprah," "Inside Edition," "Good Morning America," "CNN Live," the "New York Times," "USA Today," and "US News & World Report." In August 2000, Steve was inducted into the National Speakers Association's Hall of Fame. A best-selling author, Steve has written over 60 books, including the popular Every Man's series and his most recent book, "Healing Is a Choice." He has been nominated for numerous writing awards and has won four Gold Medallion Awards for writing excellence.

Steve has degrees from Baylor University and the University of North Texas as well as two honorary doctorate degrees. Steve resides with his family in Laguna Beach, California.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars teen book about temptation January 17, 2010

By T. Holloway

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My son and friend are working through this book as a way to counter the world they encounter everyday. As teens, I feel they must be proactive to keep out of the grip of premarital sexuality on many levels, and this book is written in such a way that makes a boy think and work on his priorities. It allows them to see a different way to live, without looking like a freak! It's an excellent tool, especially when a young adult male or father reads and discusses with a teen in a non-threatening, but very real way.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book December 26, 2009

By Melissa Row

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Every Young Man's Battle is a no nonsense book that goes way beyond all of the usual ideas for sexual purity for young and old men alike. It is full of very direct, real world help for any man's struggles with what he sees every day.This book does not shy away from the subjects of masturbation, pornography, and girls and women who dress without enough clothes. (Mothers afraid of teaching your boys about too much of the world's truths, think again and get this book!)This book will give a guy a list of concrete things to do to keep himself out of trouble and moving on a path of healthy, happy living without the overwhelming feelings associated with being addicted to thoughts of sex or the guilt associated with these subjects. This book would be a good choice for any man and is an excellent choice for a single man of any age. (It is also good for young ladies as a help to show them what they are doing when they wear too little and to show them the way men think.---My 17 yr old daughter read this, too! Parental guidance advised for girls though, as it is a bit over the top for our feminine sensibilities and it could easily scare a girl a bit or make her conclude that all men are somewhat 'sick', which isn't the point of it all). As a parent of 5 boys, 3 girls and 'in law' children, too, I highly recommend this book.

Other books I recommend on this or similar subjects are:

Books by Douglas Wilson:Fidelity: What It Means to be a One-Woman Man, Future Men, Her Hand in Marriage: Biblical Courtship in the Modern World, Reforming Marriage,

Books from the 'Every Man' series:Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time (The Every Man Series), Every Woman's Battle: Discovering God's Plan for Sexual and Emotional Fulfillment (The Every Man Series), Every Young Woman's Battle: Guarding Your Mind, Heart, and Body in a Sex-Saturated World (The Every Man Series),

All are very good books for their intended audiences. Wilson's books are deeper but are great for high school students that enjoy a good read.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Age Specific September 1, 2011

By Sir Tut

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This subject matter appears to be written for the young men 16 to 35. For ages younger than 16 I would consider this presentation a high risk for undesirable behavior.