There Is Hope

"Addiction is a collision with the adversary that causes a wound on the soul," Dr. Hilton says. But although there may be a wound, even a deep one, repentance is the process by which there can be a complete healing of that wound.

For those in the grip of pornography addiction, there is a way out. Happiness, joy, and peace of mind can eventually be regained. The Church pamphlet Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts (available from your bishop) offers encouragement: "Your desire to change must be powerful—more powerful than your desire for pornography. Ponder your most sincere desires for your life and the life of your family, and focus on accomplishing good instead of dwelling on your struggles with pornography" ([2006], 10; also available at the Church's website CombatingPornography.org).

Remember, there is hope. The Lord has said, "Behold, he who has repented of his sins, the same is forgiven, and I, the Lord, remember them no more" (D&C 58:43).

You can avoid and overcome the enticements of this enemy of your soul. You can take control and banish pornography from your life.