1. is a four-session workshop designed to help
men and young men develop their
virtue, honor, and self-respect
by coaching them through exit strategies necessary
to leave the gripping strongholds of
pornography use, abuse or addiction.
Chris Thomas had his first encounter with
pornography when he was in junior high school.At the time
he did not know that it would lead him to a twenty-five year
downward spiral. In 2012, he began his recovery to exit
himself from the addiction. Now he wants to coach other men,
young men, and pastors on how to help themselves or others
exit from the grip of pornography use, abuse, or addiction.
Chris is a graduate of the New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary. He served in youth ministry for twenty-four years,
and has worked with both churched and at-risk youth.
Presently he serves as Associate Pastor at Willow Pointe Church
in Hattiesburg, MS, and is co-leader of their recovery ministry.
He also is a chapel speaker for the Home of Grace Addiction
Recovery Program in Vancleave, MS.
Email: sharpenediron2717@gmail.com
Facebook: Iron Sharpens Iron (Chris Thomas)

2. Statistics suggests that pornography is
a haunting issue among guys, but their secret
behavior proves it’s true. However, shame
and guilt keep them silenced rather than asking
for help. Unfortunately, everyone suffers
from its affects.
** statistics taken from xxxchurch.com
90% of 8-16 year olds have viewed
pornography online (most while
doing homework)
of teen boys have sent semi-nude
or nude photos
of parents say that they do not
have time or energy to keep up
with their children on-line
of divorce cases involved one
party having an obsessive interest
in pornographic websites
of American men reported they
view porn at least monthly
of pastors say that internet
pornography is a possible
temptation
U.S. adults regularly visit internet
pornographic websites
of men admit to accessing
pornography at work
18%
74%
56%
64%
51%
40
million
20%
Session #1: “Fight the Right Battle”
Trying to understand addictive or compulsive behaviors
can be overwhelming—even to the point of not knowing
where to start in the fight. Session one will help you
identify and prepare to fight the right battle.
Session #2: “Position Your Stance”
In any opposition, a proper offensive or defensive stance
is necessary for the win.This session will guide you in
aligning your footing for the battle ahead.
Session #3: “Guard Your Palace”
For healing to occur you must take care of yourself and do
all that is humanly necessary to ensure that you walk in
freedom.The third session assists you in knowing how to
guard yourself.
Session #4: “Fortify Your Castle”
Other than yourself, pornography use or addiction
affects at least five to six other people.This final session
will coach you on guarding and mending relationships,
particularly relationships with family, significant others,
and your church family.
Invite Chris Thomas to visit your church, conference,
or workshop. Chris breaks his message into four sessions.