Lust

"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."

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The battle against lust starts in our hearts and minds. If we don’t guard what we let into our thoughts, it becomes difficult to control what we do with our bodies. One of the most important steps is to take control of what we expose ourselves to—whether that’s limiting the media we consume, being mindful of where we go, or even how we respond to certain situations. Being intentional about what we allow into our lives is key to guarding our hearts.

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"We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ."

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Lust often starts with a thought—a fleeting fantasy, an objectifying glance, or an impure daydream. But Paul reminds us that we have the power to take those thoughts captive. Rather than letting them fester and grow, we can reject them immediately and replace them with thoughts that honor God. This may take practice, but it’s a choice we can make each time.

"Flee from sexual immorality."

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Sometimes, the best thing to do is to get out of the situation entirely. Whether it’s avoiding certain places, distancing yourself from certain people, or cutting off access to certain websites, fleeing from temptation is often the most effective way to keep yourself from sin. Temptation is powerful, but God’s strength is greater.

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

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Lust is often fuelled by the values of the world around us—media, culture, even peer pressure. By renewing our minds with the Word of God, we can begin to see things through His lens and replace worldly values with godly ones. This transformation isn’t just an overnight process, but a daily commitment to living according to God’s will.

Remember, every victory over lust—no matter how small—is a testament to the transformative power of God's love and grace. Stay committed to the journey, and keep trusting that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion (Philippians 1:6).​

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'But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me."'

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If you find yourself struggling, know that you are not alone. God’s grace is sufficient, and His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Keep pressing forward, holding onto the truths of Scripture, and seeking His strength. Lust doesn’t have to define you. You can live a life of purity, filled with the joy and peace that come from walking in God’s design for your life.

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Remember, every victory over lust—no matter how small—is a testament to the transformative power of God's love and grace. Stay committed to the journey, and keep trusting that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion (Philippians 1:6).