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We trust God on a level from 1-10 with 10 being best. Should we trust ourselves, or trust God? The Bible says, “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?” (Jeremiah 17:9 KJV). But I wanna do what I wanna do. God wants me to live in a way that I am unsure...

The Bible says “If I do not have love, I have nothing.” It is hard to quit _____ if you have nothing. When we get key Bible verses in us, the Holy Spirit increases in us, and He is not going to look with lust. Consider printing out this key passage so you can pray over it often so that you are...

Satan attacks forcefully after bad things happen to us. To win that battle, react just like Joseph did: “Run instantly.” Example, car breaks again, money is short, and frustration is high. Consider reacting by planning “What you will do today, this evening, this hour, and right now.” Realize...

This month consider setting a goal to solve 2 problems. #1 Consider "Constant thoughts" and actions about "How to" solve the lust problem. #2 Consider constant thoughts and actions about how to solve your #1 emotional issue that leads back to lust. Consider writing down your #1 emotional issue...

With porn, something partially dies, or starts to die, the more it is done. Many agree that bad things happen because of sin, but most agree that lust kills love, joy, peace, and purpose to a greater or lesser degree. Consider printing this out and ranking from 1 to 10 (With 10 being best), your...

We need increased self-control. But, praying for self-control over something that is a stronghold is rarely effective. But, praying over something that leads to lust can be very effective. Let's say you have a huge problem with lust, but an occasional problem where alcohol gets out of control...

Don't overestimate the pleasure of porn. Don't underestimate the destruction of porn. Consider praying: “Father, teach me to not overestimate the pleasure of lust. Show me how the devil tricks me.” If you fall 2 days from now, the destruction that happens over the following few days, weeks...

Christian content. Please proceed if that is what you want. Today my Bible-study was on 1 Corinthians 6... Ouch. I have studied this chapter intently, but it still is a real barn burner to read. 1 Corinthians 6:15 Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ? Shall I then take the...

Know exactly where, when, and how temptation starts for you. With every article, it is usually a 10 (best) for your situation, a 1 (weak) for you, or average. When articles are great for you make notes, put them in a Google doc etc. It may be way wiser to read an article that addresses your root...

Don't stare at some sexualized body part on TV or in person. In my opinion, if you do... You will keep the habit. While trying to quit I would be at the park and see a girl, and stare at her ________ for as long as I could get away with it. Then I would watch TV and a female would have on short...

Abraham trusted God and was starting to offer his son as a sacrifice until God sent a lamb instead. Joseph trusted God and ran instantly from sin. Why? Because he knew exactly what God thought about the sin satan was tempting him with: 1 Corintians 3:14“ If any man's work abide which he hath...

Finding our purpose is a top two quitting habit. A person who says, “I'm willing to do what God wants me to do to change the world,” is way more likely to quit. They have multiple reasons to quit, and high motivation to quit. Second, quitting “sticks” way more often when you start your purpose...

This article contains Christian ideas. Please proceed if that is what you want. We should confess every sin every time and confess every sinful thought every time. For some... that will be a constant stream of confession. Good. Work constantly on using your confession as a reminder to think new...

When David saw Bathsheba, he wasn't where he was supposed to be. He saw something he was not supposed to see. Then he did something he was not supposed to do. He cost so many people, so many things that they were not supposed to lose. #1 Strive not to be where you are not supposed to be. #2 Turn...

People treasure artificial intelligence, gold, bitcoin, and many other things. These things do not lead to joy. Proverbs 7:1 My son, keep my words, And treasure my commands within you.” About 5% of Christians believe this verse, and about 5% of Christians are on a direct path toward fullness...

The Bible clearly says “We can do it.” First, we need to gain the habit of turning from lust. Step one is to tell God your plan. Consider praying: “Father, help me to turn from lust. I commit to praying this prayer _______ times per day. Praying it several times while I turn on the TV or social...

Don't Look Back When the angel told Lot to leave Sodom, he gave instructions that no one should look back. Lot's wife looked back and was turned into a pillar of salt. Why did this happen? She left her sinful past and city only because she did not want to die. The city still obsessed her...

This article has harsh Bible principles. Please proceed if that is what you want. Last week I wrote about people who tested God, and it ended badly. This week I will write about people who tested God and (seemingly) got away with it. When I was young I would fall into my porn, try to get away...

We could also look at a purpose/pleasure ratio. Jonny helps out the youth at church one day a week. He completely forgets purpose the other 6 days. Let's give him a purpose ratio of 32. Billy helps out at the church twice a week. He also remembers to help others a couple of times per week...

Jesus fasted and prayed “Before” temptation. Jesus instantly quoted scripture regarding the temptation to satan when He was tempted. Before temptation, it is wise to have a couple of scriptures from (Google search “Verses lust”) memorized. Consider fasting from food and memorizing a couple of...