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COLUMNS 6 // PK Podium A Vision For the Future 8 // Lives Worth Leading The Power of Our Presence 30 // Sports Scene Not An Easy Time for Ellis, But Faith is his Rock
FEATURES 16 COMPASSION WITHOUT COMPROMISE When it comes to homosexuality, is it possible for Christians to be a people of truth without destroying friendships? Authors Adam Barr and Ron Citlau think so, and offer their answers on some of the toughest questions Christians are currently facing.
20 STAY THE COURSE While the first step is no doubt the most difficult, the ongoing work of sex addiction recovery is a lengthy process. We sit down with author and speaker Nate Larkin for some tips on staying strong.
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24 RESPONDING TO LUST, CONFRONTING SHAME Succumbing to sexual temptation can be devastating, and as recent examples have shown, even prominent Christian leaders are not immune. It’s happened before, and it will happen again; how can the Church respond with grace?
32 // The Single Life You Don’t Need Sex 33 // Out of My Depth Speed Limit Sex
DEPARTMENTS 10 // The Pulse Bits. Blips. Beats. Blurbs. 14 // Music Reviews Identity. Passions. Brokenness. 34 // Power Play Toys. Tools. Technology.
27 GETTING A RESET BUTTON IN THE BEDROOM Is your sex life in need of a fresh start? Sheila Wray Gregoire provides some helpful pointers for spicing things up in the bedroom. As it turns out, a little communication goes a long way.
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