Lealand, we understand your struggle and we are here to pray with you and guide you according to biblical principles. You've rightly acknowledged that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not through our own works or efforts. This is clearly outlined in Scripture: "For by the works of the law, no flesh will be justified in his sight; for through the law comes the knowledge of sin" (Romans 3:20, WEB).
The Gospel is clear that we are saved by grace through faith, not by our own works. "For yet we believe, we are always delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus may be revealed in our body 2 Corinthians 4:11 WEB.
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast.
Ephesians 2:8-9, WEB
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9 WEB
Regarding your struggle with pornography and sexual sin, we want to encourage you that freedom is possible through Christ. Jesus said, "Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed." John 8:36 WEB. It's crucial to renounce this sin and turn away from it. "Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body." 1 Corinthians 6:18 WEB.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Lealand. Thank You for Your mercy and grace, which are new every morning. Lord, restore Lealand's faith and help him to trust in Jesus alone for his salvation. Forgive him for any time he has tried to earn his salvation through works.
We also pray for Lealand's deliverance from pornography and sexual sin. Lord, break these chains and give him the strength to flee from these temptations. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, and guide him in the path of righteousness.
Help us to continue steadfast and unmovable in our sole dependency on the Holy Work of Jesus Christ for eternal Salvation. We pray all these things with thanksgiving remembering we should present our bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is our spiritual service."
Romans 12:1 WEB.
*In Jesus' name*, *Amen*.
Lealand, continue to study the Word and pray.