IMPACT

Research highlights how common pornography use has become among men, including those active in the church.

Surveys indicate that over 60% of Christian men report viewing pornography at least occasionally, even though many believe it conflicts with their faith values.¹

Research among clergy found that approximately 37% of pastors admit to having struggled with pornography, while many more identify it as a significant issue within their congregations.²

Studies show that men who view pornography frequently are more likely to report shame, secrecy, and spiritual dissatisfaction, even when their usage is infrequent.³

Nationally representative data suggests that men are significantly more likely than women to be habitual pornography users, with usage typically peaking during adulthood rather than adolescence.⁴

Research also shows that pornography use can influence emotional wellbeing and relationships.

Studies indicate that religiously active men who consume pornography often experience higher levels of internal conflict and moral incongruence, which can correlate with poorer mental health outcomes.⁵

Longitudinal research shows that pornography use among adult men is associated with lower marital satisfaction and increased relationship strain, even when controlling for religiosity.⁶

Men who self-identify as addicted to pornography report greater emotional distress and lower overall life satisfaction compared to men who do not consume pornography.⁷

Pornography is also frequently identified by church leaders as a major pastoral concern.

Pastors consistently rank pornography as one of the most common struggles they counsel men about, often surpassing issues like substance abuse or gambling.⁸

Church leaders report that pornography is a leading factor in marital counseling cases involving Christian men.⁹