Our Resources
Sexual Abuse, Trafficking & Exploitation
Articles & Books
- Not Quite Healed – by Cecil Murphy for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
- More Than Surviving: Courageous Meditations for Men Hurting from Childhood Abuse – by Cecil Murphy.
- CDC Study, Aug. 2018 – STD’s Rise Sharply
Faith-based Organizations
- Hope Thrives – A Christian, 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing hope and healing support services for survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation.
- Redemption Ink, atlantaredemptionink.com– A ministry offering redemptive tattooing to cover brands and scaring from sexual exploitation, trauma and abuse.
- Out of Darkness – anti sex trafficking ministry in Atlanta, GA.
- 4Sarah – Atlanta, GA ministry to women and girls in the adult entertainment industry.
- Street Grace – Atlanta, GA based ministry focused on mobilizing the church to fight child sex trafficking.
Hotlines & Additional Resources
- Sharon Lee – LPC, Marriage & Family Counselor, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Trauma – Tucker, GA
- National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse – Georgia Providers List
- ORG – Sexual assault hotline – 1-800-656-4673.
- Pat Caven – Christ-centered counseling in the Atlanta metro area or online.
- Richmont Trauma Center – Atlanta, GA.
- Richmont Graduate University – Atlanta, GA.
Homosexuality, Bisexuality & Transgender
Articles & Books
- The Broken Image – by Leanne Payne.
- Desiring God – by John Piper.
- Reasonable Faith– A Christian Perspective on Homosexuality” – by William Lane Craig.
- Sex Change Regret– by Walt Heyer. He personally experienced “sex change regret” and offers research, resources and real-life testimonies of those who have experienced sex change regret.
- When Homosexual Behavior is a Big Issue – Video.
- Sexuality and Gender: Findings from the Biological, Psychological, and Social Sciences, John Hopkins University.
- Frequently Asked Questions about Homosexuality – by Mike Haley.
- Homosexuality and the Christian – by Mark Yarhouse.
- Straight & Narrow, Compassion & Clarity in the Homosexual Debate – by Thomas Schmidt.
- Desires in Conflict, Hope for Men Who Struggle with Sexual Identity – by Joe Dallas.
- Getting it Straight, What Research Shows About homosexuality – from the Family Research Council.
- Coming Out of Homosexuality, New freedom for Men & Women – by Bob Davis & Lori Rentzel.
- You Don’t Have to be Gay, Hope & Freedom for Males Struggling with Homosexuality or For Those Who Know of Someone Who is – by Jeff Konrad.
- Coming Out Straight, Understanding & Healing Homosexuality – by Richard Cohen.
- The Complete Christian Guide to Understanding Homosexuality, A Biblical and Compassionate Response to Same-Sex Attraction. General Editors: Joe Dallas and Nancy Heche.
- Pursuing Sexual Wholeness – by Andrew Comisky.
- Kingdom of God and the Homosexual – by Andrew Comisky.
- The Gay Gospel, How Pro-Gay Advocates Misread the Bible – by Joe Dallas.
- A Queer Thing Happened to America – by Michael L. Brown.
- Understanding Male Homosexuality, – by Jeff Johnston.
- What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality, from Focus on the Family.
- How Should We Respond?, – by Joe Dallas.
- Emotional Dependency – by Lori Rentzel.
- The Heart of Female Same-Sex Attraction, A Comprehensive Counseling Resource – by Janelle Hallman.
- Restoring Sexual Identity, Hope for Women who Struggle with Same-sex Attraction – by Ann Paulk.
- Out of Egypt – by Jeanette Howard.
- Into the Promised Land, Beyond the Lesbian Struggle – by Jeanette Howard.
- The Promised Land – by Jeanette Howard.
- Like Mother, Like Daughter – The effects of growing up in a homosexual home, Jakii Edwards.
- Such Were Some of You DVD, Mastering Life Ministries.
- What To Do When Your Child Discloses His or Her Homosexuality – Desert Stream Ministries
- CDC Study, Aug. 2018 – STD’s Rise Sharply
Faith-based Organizations
- Restored Hope Network – An inter-denominational membership governed network dedicated to restoring hope to those broken by sexual and relational sin, especially those impacted by homosexuality.
- Living Waters & Cross Current – Church of The Apostles, Atlanta, GA. Or visit desertstream.org/groups/ to find a group near you.
- The Overcomers Network(ON) is a Christian fellowship network dedicated to the advocacy of sexual holiness, empowering disciples and exalting Christ through faith and fellowship.
- Desert Stream/Living Waters Ministries provide help for Christians struggling with sexual and relational problems. They’re help is based on the biblical foundation of compassion, integrity, and dependence on God. Through biblical wisdom, godly support, and the power of prayer, they help Christians stand in Christ as their hope and source of healing.
- Help 4 Families – Support for family members of those identifying as homosexual or transgender.
- Restore Purity– Resurrection Life Ministries in Atlanta, GA – Mike and Pat Caven.
- organd forums.livehope.org – offering online support groups for people dealing with SSA, as well as friends and family.
- Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Atlanta, GA – Bryant Wright’s Sermon on Homosexuality, Marriage and the Church.
Hotlines & Additional Resources
- Sharon Lee – LPC, Marriage & Family Counselor, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Trauma – Tucker, GA
- Michael Todd Wilson – Intentional Hearts.
- Pat Caven – Christ-centered counseling in the Atlanta metro area or online.
- Richmont Trauma Center – Atlanta, GA.
- Richmont Graduate University – Atlanta, GA.
Pornography, Sex Addiction & Post-Abortion Recovery
Articles & Books
- No Stones – by Marnie Ferree.
- Craving for Love, Relationship Addiction, Homosexuality and the God who Heals – by Briar Whitehead.
- The Bondage Breaker – by Neil Anderson.
- God Has an Answer for our Unmet Needs – by Dr. Charles Stanley.
- Strength in Weakness, Healing sexual and Relational Brokenness – by Andrew Comisky.
- When Godly People Do Ungodly Things, Arming Yourself in the Age of Seduction – by Beth Moore.
- Breaking Free, Discover the Victory of Total Surrender – by Beth Moore.
- Pursuing Sexual Wholeness, How Jesus Heals the Homosexual – by Andrew Comisky.
- The Wounded Heart, Hope for Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse – by Dan B. Allender.
- Cradle My Heart, Finding God’s Love after Abortion – by Kim Ketola.
- Restoring the Christian Soul – by Leanne Payne.
- The Healing Presence – by Leanne Payne.
- Listening Prayer by Leanne Payne.
- The Conquer Series – A video teaching resource to help men break free from pornography addiction.
- CDC Study, Aug. 2018 – STD’s Rise Sharply
Faith-based Organizations
- True North Freedom Project – an Atlanta, GA based equipping ministry empowering churches and congregations to offer compassionate sexual discipleship to their adults and youth.
- Living Waters & Cross Current – Church of The Apostles, Atlanta, GA. Or visit www.desertstream.org/groups/ to find a group near you.
Hotlines & Additional Resources
- Sharon Lee – LPC, Marriage & Family Counselor, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Trauma – Tucker, GA
- Michael Todd Wilson – Intentional Hearts.
- Pat Caven – Christ-centered counseling in the Atlanta metro area or online.
- Richmont Trauma Center – Atlanta, GA.
- Richmont Graduate University – Atlanta, GA.
Support For Parents & Loved Ones
Articles & Books
- Someone I Love is Gay – by Anita Worthen & Bob D.
- When Homosexuality Hits Home – by Joe Dallas.
- Where Does a Mother Go to Resign? – by Barbara Johnson.
- Stick a Geranium in Your Hat and be Happy? Pain is Inevitable but Misery is Optional – by Barbara Johnson.
- The Wounded Woman, Hope & Healing for Those Who Hurt – by Dr. Steve Stephens & Pam Vredevelt.
- Out of a Far Country, A gay son’s journey to God, A broken mother’s search for Hope – by Christopher Yuan (son) and Angela Yuan, (mom).
- Homosexuality and the Christian, A Guide for Parents, Pastors & Friends – by Mark A. Yarhouse.
- Come Back Barbara – by John Miller & Barbara Miller Juliani.
- The Truth Comes Out, When Someone You Love is In a Same Sex Relationship – by Nancy Heche.
- There’s No Place Like Home – by Cathy Blount.
- How to Talk Confidently to Your Child About Sex, Parents Guide.
- Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality by Jim Burns.
- Choosing to Wait, A guide to Inspiring Abstinence (for Parents & Leaders) – by Laura B. Gallier.
- Why Wait? The Naked Truth about Sex & Abstinence, Companion book for Teens and Singles – by Laura B. Gallier.
- CDC Study, Aug. 2018 – STD’s Rise Sharply
Faith-based Organizations
- Parents Together in Prayer – A group of parents who meet and spend time in fellowship and prayer: interceding, thanking, praising, and battling for their families. This group is open to any parent/grandparent of any age child (0-80). Meets at 7:00 p.m 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in McDonough and 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in Locust Grove. For information, call Melinda Patrick at 404-202-1397.
- Hearts of Hope – A support group for families and loved ones of those in LGBT.
Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 3006. Room 351, 7-8:30 pm – 1st and 3rd Thursdays. More info: call Barbara Jarratt 770-794-2978.
Hotlines & Additional Resources
- Sharon Lee – LPC, Marriage & Family Counselor, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Trauma – Tucker, GA
- Michael Todd Wilson – Intentional Hearts.
- Pat Caven – Christ-centered counseling in the Atlanta metro area or online.
- Richmont Trauma Center – Atlanta, GA.
- Richmont Graduate University – Atlanta, GA.
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