New Releases by Fred Stoeker

Brenda Stoeker''s closest friend was her mother, Gwen Hulett, a doting grandmother to her three children. Brenda made sure her mom was included whenever the family had a birthday to celebrate or gathered for the holidays throughout the year.And then Brenda''s sixty-seven-year-old mother-a widow for twenty-five years-built up fluid in her lungs. Routine testing was done. Then the family was blindsided: Gwen had mesothelioma, the worst form of lung cancer possible. She was given six months to live.The terminal diagnosis devastated the family and turned Brenda into an emotional wreck. The stress and the shock were more than she could bear. She felt like God had betrayed her. Grief and a Shattered Heart is the story of a godly woman who felt abandoned by God but allowed Him to restore her aching heart. In this poignant yet hopeful book, Brenda lays out the practical steps you must take to bring about the same restoration in your heart and focuses on the individual disciplines and spiritual resources you''ll need to thrive during your turmoil. She and her husband Fred Stoeker, an accomplished author in his own right, also addresses universal questions such as: ? how to build intimacy with the Lord when you''re facing unbearable pain? how to deal with your scalding rage? how to release your roiling, bitter offense at GodIf you''re looking for encouragement and practical help when going through one of life''s unintended journeys, let Brenda and Fred Stoeker show you the right path to take.

You Can Achieve Victory in Your Battle for Sexual Purity--Starting Today! We live in a culture that''s awash in pornography and sexual sin. For the first time in history, a growing percentage of women have been swept up by the same savage undertow as men, and they are drowning together in this heaving, destructive sea. Perhaps you''ve been gripped by the same relentless riptide, and it''s yanking you into a dark, addictive abyss, causing you to wonder if there''s a way out. Is sexual freedom even possible these days? The answer is an affirmative yes, according to Brenda and Fred Stoeker, the co-authors of Battle On, Battle Over. In their remarkably frank and brutally honest book, they zero in on the root causes of sexual sin and highlight a major vulnerability in both male and female sexuality that sets you up for a fall. The modern-day scourge of sexual temptation is as close as the nearest smartphone, but Brenda and Fred will give you a roadmap to freedom. You''ll discover how to shut down your sexual sin and experience total victory for the rest of your life. Whether you''re a man or a woman, if you have significant issues with pornography and sexual self-stimulation, let Battle On, Battle Over be your guide to conquering these foes once and for all.

The groundbreaking guide to fighting sexual temptation, with more than 4 million copies sold in the series—now revised and updated to help men navigate the realities of technology and other contemporary challenges “Every male should read this book. As the battle for our minds intensifies, the need for direction increases.”—Max Lucado, pastor and bestselling author We live in a world awash with sensual images 24/7. The exponential growth of pornography and internet infidelity has men locked in a battle of spiritual warfare against these temptations, often drowning in addiction, defeat, and shame. But you can be victorious in the battle for sexual integrity. Every Man’s Battle reveals a detailed strategy that has helped millions of men win the war against temptation. This revised and updated edition of the bestselling classic offers: • Guidance for navigating cultural challenges with a godly view of women and sexuality • Current insights into the proven connection between porn and sexual dysfunction • Critical advances in brain science that show how addiction affects our minds • Practical solutions to rein in wandering eyes and lustful thoughts • Suggestions for nurturing a marriage filled with vibrant sexual intimacy • A clear plan to help you avoid or end addictive behavior and experience lasting freedom Every Man’s Battle offers a practical, biblical plan to help you experience victory and wholeness, as well as a comprehensive workbook for group discussion or personal reflection.

The ultimate showdown calls for the ultimate team. Jesus and you. God sets a pretty high standard for sexual purity for his men: “Among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality” (Ephesians 5:3). Can you reach that standard? You’ve tried–and often succeeded. But if you haven’t quite finished the job, you still need the right game day tactics to defeat temptation–and be God’s champion. Tactics picks up where Every Young Man’s Battle leaves off. It explains why sexual sin is so addictive and why guys battling in the trenches to stay pure still struggle. Most of all, it unveils the spiritual front of this epic match-up and how an intimate connection to the Father is the edge needed for victory. Grab hold of these practical steps to the deeper spiritual intimacy that will neutralize the sexual pollution in today’s culture. And start living to the extreme with God.

Wholeness and Healing for Women Caught in the Crossfire. As the wife of a man who is addicted to lust, pornography, or masturbation, you are not alone. Millions of men can’t get through the day or the week without clicking on to their favorite Internet porn sites, thumbing through adult magazines, or watching sensual videos–and millions of wives suffer as a result. Over the past decade, nearly 400,000 men have found inspiration and hope in Every Man’s Battle, the best-selling men’s guide to victory over sexual sin. Now, here at last is the book for every woman who has become a casualty in the fight for sexual purity. Every Heart Restored offers godly guidance and wisdom for a woman facing such personal betrayal. “WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT FROM ME?” “HOW CAN I TRUST AGAIN?” “IS IT POSSIBLE TO OVERCOME PAIN AND UNFORGIVENESS?” “CAN MY MARRIAGE BE REBUILT?” “WHAT IF I JUST WANT OUT?” Filled with stories from wives and husbands at every stage in the struggle for sexual purity, Every Heart Restored addresses the questions and real-life issues that matter to you most. Whether you are facing the startling new revelation of your husband’s sin, dealing with a long-term problem, or cleaning out an old wound, Every Heart Restored will meet you where you are and guide you to healing greater than you imagine possible. Also available: Every Heart Restored Workbook

The Adventure of a Lifetime Becomes an Unimaginable Nightmare. A thrilling new novel from the Every Man series! John Majors and three friends–Mike, Hollis, and Dave–go to Thailand for the eco-adventure of a lifetime rafting on the Pai River. But they find more than they bargained for. From the fleshpot temptations of Bangkok to the beautiful and terrifying environs of Northern Thailand’s vast wilderness areas, they find themselves tested at every turn. When separatist terrorists attempt to kidnap them in the wilderness, the four men are stranded deep in the jungle, pursued by gunmen toting AK-47s, and finally trapped in a cave with nowhere left to turn. If they hope to escape, they must face their deepest fears and put their lives–and their souls–on the line. Their struggle to survive, escape, and experience God’s grace through it all forms a thrilling tale of courage and endurance. Fred Stoeker–one of the men behind the phenomenal Every Man series–and best-selling novelist D. S. Smith join forces to bring you a compelling novel that combines the action and suspense of a thriller with real-life faith and insight for God’s men.

It’s handy, it’s powerful, it’s designed specifically for older teenage boys and young adult men: Every Young Man’s Battle Guide reflects the same format and purpose as Every Man’s Battle Guide, but with a distinctive approach designed for a younger audience. Young men struggling with sexual temptation, masturbation, Internet or video pornography, and other situations will find this collection of 520 Scripture passages, along with stories, advice, and comments from the authors’ books, to be a vital part of their arsenal in the struggle to become the kind of man God wants them to be.

You already know it’s not easy being a single man in this culture today. But it is easy to be overwhelmed, to feel helpless and hopeless about living by God’s high standards for singles. It’s easy to cave in to the pressures of this sex-soaked world and accept defeat–blaming the media, the culture, even girlfriends who don’t know how tough it can be. But many men have read books like Every Young Man’s Battle and Tactics and have committed themselves to stand strong and pure in the power of God, and to go on the offensive against the onslaught of negative stereotypes. Some have suffered. Some have fallen. But many have experienced victory–and you can be among them. What makes those committed men so desirable to women? Be Her Hero is their motto. From best-selling author Fred Stoeker, along with his son Jasen, come the straightforward insight and real-life examples you’re looking for to help you take personal purity to its logical conclusion. Here’s straight truth with irrefutable evidence of what makes an ultimate hero to women who long for men of faith–men who stand by their convictions and make their world a safer and better place. Are you ready to accept the challenge?

Are you ready to face life’s tests? God tests a man. Into the flow of everyday life He sends “pop quizzes”–those unexpected trials that show us what we’re made of; that reveal the true quality of our faith and character; that show our willingness to obey Him. Every Man’s Challenge, part of the best-selling Every Man series, will prepare you to obey. It does take guts to stand firm in facing what life throws our way. We need courage to acknowledge our own weaknesses and to change. We need understanding in handling moral dilemmas and family crises. Thankfully, God has given us the strength we need. By His power we can “participate in the divine nature” and triumph over our sins and the temptations and corruption of the world. The forty “exams” in this book, comprised of Scripture, stories, and reflective questions, will give you the necessary tools to draw closer to God and win life’s battles. Used in your devotional times or for personal reflection or group study, you’ll find strength to overcome sexual temptation, learn how to love your wife better, and gain increasing confidence to live as Christ did. In the defining moments of your life, you can obey God and pass the tests that challenge every man.

From the authors of the best-selling Every Man series, Every Man’s Battle Guide is a powerful collection of promises and warnings, instructions and inspiration straight from the Bible to you–all designed to equip you to win the war against sexual temptation. You’ll find easy-to-understand verses to encourage and challenge you in these key areas: ·Accepting God’s loving authority ·Learning from the Bible’s role models ·Using the supernatural weapons at your disposal ·Understanding the importance of accountability and discipline ·Comparing the world’s views with God’s wisdom ·Studying the Owner’s manual for sexual conduct ·Avoiding and overcoming temptation ·Making a plan according to God’s Word ·Developing a heart that cherishes your wife ·Experiencing God’s forgiveness when you fail

What every man wishes he knew about what his wife desires most. Authors Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker (with Mike Yorkey) believe that every man can meet the secret desires of his wife. The problem is, most of us aren''t exactly sure what that desire is and how we can go about fulfilling it faithfully. In Every Man''s Marriage, you can discover the common misconceptions about what it means to exercise biblical authority, and understand the role of submission in the marriage relationship. This groundbreaking book can help men grasp and apply essential but often overlooked principles for marital leadership. Through candid reflections on their own struggles to achieve biblical unity in their own marriages, along with many years of combined experience in marital counseling, Arterburn and Stoeker apply solid, time-tested biblical wisdom to the everyday potential distortions that can lead to strife in a marriage. The second book in the Every Man series, this is the perfect follow-up to the best-selling Every Man''s Battle. Every Man''s Marriage is a terrific resource for establishing mutual respect and sacrifice in your marriage based on Christ''s example of loving His bride, the church.

Set Your Husband’s Heart Ablaze Are you a “desperate housewife,” committed to marriage yet longing for a deeper, more intimate connection with your husband? Believe it or not, youcanhave the marriage you long for–if you’re willing to take desperate measures. If you’re ready to stop the blame game and pursue the marriage of your dreams, let authors Shannon and Greg Ethridge show you how to reignite your relationship with spiritual, emotional, and physical passion. Drawing on real-life stories from both men and women, as well as lessons from their own less-than-satisfying early years of marriage, they offer penetrating insights about what it takes to nurture a dynamic marriage, including… ·what makes a husband’s heart grow cold–and how you can fan the embers into flame ·the difference between being “right” and being “righteous” ·how to fight fair ·how to guard your heart against unhealthy comparisons ·the dynamic power of getting spiritually and emotionally naked ·what your husband really wants most (It’s not what you think!) Every Woman’s Marriagewill give you practical tools and wise biblical counsel for transforming a listless marriage into a vibrant, exciting relationship. Get ready to set your husband’s heart ablaze!

It’s Time to Gear Up for Battle You’re bombarded with temptation daily, pressured from every side to compromise your sexual, spiritual, and personal integrity. Sometimes you feel as if you’re standing alone, fighting a losing battle for honor in our anything-goes culture. It takes guts–and a firm commitment–to align yourself with God’s unchanging standards no matter what the world, your coworkers, or even other Christians define as “normal.” And Everyday for Every Man provides the hard-hitting challenges and encouragement you need to live with integrity and purity in every area of your life. Adapted from the best-selling Every Man series, each one-page daily devotional tackles sensitive topics with frankness and honesty and reinforces key principles for building moral strength. With 365 power-packed readings, Everyday for Every Man equips you with the weapons and armor you need to fight temptation each day–and emerge victorious.

Powerful ammunition for your war against sexual temptation. As a man, you’re bombarded by sexual images and battle inner urges. You want to do right—in fact, you want to meet God’s standard of avoiding any hint of sexual immorality. But accomplishing that goal is a challenge. If you are a single man struggling to remain sexually pure, you are not alone— there’s practical, hard-hitting help from the authors of the blockbuster Every Man Series. Every Single Man’s Battle guides you—or your men’s group—through an honest and clear exploration of God’s Word. You’ll undertake a personal journey into key scriptures, wrestle with questions for reflection and examination, and discover the practical tools and biblical strategies you need to live the pure life God calls you to—even while living in a sexually-soaked culture. Make a frontal assault on the temptation every single man faces. This book provides all the resources you need. Now includes the workbook!

In this world you’re surrounded by sexual images that open the door to temptation. They’re everywhere–on TV, billboards, magazines, music, the internet–and so easy to access that it sometimes feels impossible to escape their clutches. Yet God expects his children to be sexually pure. So how can you survive the relentless battle against temptation? Here’s powerful ammunition. Steve Arterburn and Fred Stoeker, the authors of the hard-hitting best-seller Every Man’s Battle, now focus on the temptations young single Christian men like you face every day–and they offer workable, biblical strategies for achieving sexual purity. The authors examine the standard of Ephesians 5:3–“there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality”–in a positive and sensitive light. And they explain how an authentic, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ is the key to victory over temptation. Every Young Man’s Battle will show you how to train your eyes and your mind, how to clean up your thought life, and how to develop a realistic battle plan for remaining pure in today’s sexually soaked culture. As a result, you’ll experience hope–real hope–for living a strong, pure life God’s way

the challenge every man faces...the fight every man can win From the television to the Internet, print media to videos, men are constantly faced with the assault of sensual images. It is impossible to avoid such temptations...but, thankfully, not impossible to rise above them. Shattering the perception that men are unable to control their thought lives and roving eyes, Every Man''s Battle shares the stories of dozens who have escaped the trap of sexual immorality and presents a practical, detailed plan for any man who desires sexual purity-perfect for men who have fallen in the past, those who want to remain strong today, and all who want to overcome temptation in the future. Includes a special section for women, designed to help them understand and support the men they love.

A Practical Path to Healing for Wives Facing a Husband''s Sexual Sin. Connecting emotionally in marriage isn''t easy. Sadly, many men prefer the false intimacy found in pornography, lust, and self-pleasure. Some husbands refuse to acknowledge that there is a problem. Others eventually become desperate to break free from their sin. Yet even if your husband-or your boyfriend, if you are single-is genuinely repentant, you may feel overwhelmed by your own pain. How can you help him rebuild his life when you own has been shattered? Why should you even want to? How can you know when to seek healing for your marriage and when to draw the line? In the Every Heart Restored Workbook, you''ll find answers to these and other crucial questions. Despite your husband''s betrayal, you can choose a path to growth and healing. Doing so may be the most courageous thing you''ve ever done. It also may launch you on the hardest and richest marriage-related journey yet. A companion to Every Heart Restored.

From the author of "Every Man, God''s Man," this handbook helps parents equip their young men to be able to overcome sexual temptations.

Sexual temptation. It''s everywhere you look. On TV, in the movies, on the Internet. And sometimes it seems you can''t escape its clutches. But God wants His children to be sexually pure. How? Here''s powerful ammunition from two counselors on the front lines: Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker. It''s the companion to their challenging book Every Young Man''s Battle. And it''s all about how to guard your eyes and your mind -- every moment of every day. How to handle the guilt God''s way. How to clean up your thought life. And how to develop a battle plan that really works -- even in the sex-drenched culture you live in. Get started with Every Young Man''s Battle Workbook, by yourself or in a group. And prepare to declare victory. Book jacket.

Here is the comprehensive guide men have been waiting for: the companion workbook to the bestseller "Every Woman''s Desire." In these practical, real-life lessons--easy to use by individuals or groups--readers will find clear teaching, easy-to-follow Bible studies, reflection and discussion questions, real-life case studies, and practical applications.

A practical guide for individuals and men’s groups designed to help you win the war on sexual temptation…the comprehensive workbook you’ve been waiting for: the companion workbook to the liberating message proclaimed inEvery Man’s Battle. Every Man’s Battle Workbookguides you through serious Bible study, intense examination of your personal life, and an honest application of biblical truth. In these practical, real-life lessons–easy to use by individuals or groups in both 8- or 13-week tracks–you’ll find: • Realistic help straight from God’s Word to actively train your eyes and your mind. • A special focus on the standard set by God in Ephesians 5:3: “There must not be even a hint of sexual immorality.” • Highlighted excerpts from the best-selling book,Every Man’s Battle. • “Personal Journey into God’s Word” sections including reflective explorations of topics such as God’s holiness, your power for victory, God’s view of true manhood, God’s gift of purity, your deepest desires, and many others. Let Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker guide you through self-discovery and Bible study, equipping you with a practical battle plan to live a pure life God’s way–even in the midst of a sexually soaked culture.