Biblical Principles Applied > Combating Sexual Lust

Some approaches to battling for sexual purity can send men into deeper despair and isolation. Dr. William Struthers, observes that one of the most frequent responses of a conscience seared by repeated pornography is “to turn against itself and plunge into the despair of self-loathing and unhealthy shame." This article presents the principles or establishing the ministry in the local church that doesn't shame them or drive them further into isolation, but encourages them and empowers them in their battle with sexual lust.

The human heart has a God-shaped vacuum. Knowing that, because of Christ, God delights in me and that he loves me unconditionally satisfies the deepest cravings of our hearts to be loved. But that is only part of our heart need. We were also made to be captivated--emotionally overcome with the greatness and sheer pleasure of knowing the most fantastic being in the universe, God, Himself. He wants you to delight in him--to take pleasure for your heart in knowing Him. This article explains how to enjoy God more.

Scripture teaches that part of the defense against sexual impurity is to go on offense--having a passionate love relationship with your wife. "Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth, a lovely deer, a graceful doe. Let her breasts fill you at all times with delight; be intoxicated always in her love. Why should you be intoxicated, my son, with a forbidden woman and embrace the bosom of an adulteress?" Prov. 5:18-20. May this article help you be intoxicated with sexual love for your wife.