Notes on Dial-In Podcast with Johnny Artavanis and Emil Zawain

Introduction

• Host: Johnny Artavanis
• Guest: Emil Zawain, author of "Fight Like a Man"
• Topic: Sexual purity and personal purity in a biblical context
• Objective: To explore the content of Zawain's book and discuss the pervasive issue of sexual immorality

Emil Zawain's Background

• Born in Lebanon, immigrated to the US in the 1980s
• Converted to Christianity in 1991
• President of Living Waters for 22 years
• Married with five children
• Related to Ray Comfort, part of Living Waters ministry

Sexual Purity: A Significant Issue

• Prevalence: High exposure to pornography among youth and adults
• Statistics: Porn industry bigger than major networks and sports leagues
• Concern: Early exposure and pervasive issue

Motivation to Write "Fight Like a Man"

• Addressing a significant, often unquantified problem
• Desire to create a biblically-based, theologically sound, gospel-centric, and practical guide

Historical and Biblical Context

• Sexual purity as a longstanding issue
• Satan's Tactics: Distortion of God's good creations
• Biblical References: 1 Corinthians 6, James 1, 1 Peter

Understanding the Enemy

• Main Enemies: The world, the flesh, and the devil
  • World and Devil: Outward enemies of opportunity
  • Flesh: The real inward enemy
• Strategy: Recognize the war we're in, understand enemy tactics

The Principle of "Nope"

• Note Principle: Not One Peek Even
• Five Loves that Fuel Purity:
  • Love for the Lord
  • Love for one's spouse
  • Love for one's lineage
  • Love for God's people
  • Love for the lost

The Remedy: Gospel-Centric Solutions

• Scriptural Battle Plan: Utilizing scripture as the primary tool
• Elements of the Battle Plan:
  • Engage in Word, Prayer, Evangelism, Fellowship
  • Transform affections from the heart
  • Implement accountability and brotherhood

Final Thoughts and Encouragement

• Prayer for Men: Encouragement to seek restoration and purity
• Community: Importance of battling with brothers, not in isolation
• Hope in Christ: Transformative power of the gospel and God’s Spirit

Conclusion

• Emil Zawain's Book: "Fight Like a Man" offers a biblical battle plan
• Encouragement: Men to purchase and study the book collectively
• Prayer for Men Seeking Purity: Final prayer by Emil Zawain