I need help/payer with addictions

[Theolleye]

I have been constantly battling with adultery fornication masturbation I do confessions regularly however I always end up within a span of 7 to 10 days indulging watching pornography or get physical with someone. I am not praying that much on a daily basis. I tried to start reading Bible. I know that I’m not giving 100% but it just slips out of my mind and I feel really horrible. I went for mass today and later ended up in fornication. I’m single I don’t have a girlfriend. I do want to get married, but nothing is really out there for me. I was strong enough almost touching a month or a month and a half to two months during the month of June and July I did not watch any pornography or indulge in fornication i’m 37 years old turning 38 next year I don’t need this negativity in my life . I want to be closer to God, i want to get through it something that I can say whenever such thoughts comes to my mind i can say it. also when is the right time that I should go back for confession again because I really feel guilty and I want to go back when I’m 100% sure that I’m able, but at least I’m made an attempt

 

[Articles]

We understand your struggle with addictions to adultery, fornication, and masturbation, and we are here to stand with you in prayer and guidance. We are grieved to hear about the recurring nature of these sins in your life, but we are hopeful because God's word tells us that:

"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." - 1 Corinthians 10:13 (WEB)

Firstly, we notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is important to understand that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God, as it is written:

"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus," - 1 Timothy 2:5 (WEB)

"In whom we have boldness and access in confidence through our faith in him." - Ephesians 3:12 (WEB)

Now, let us address the issues you're facing. It is clear that these sins are recurring because you are not yet fully committed to the process of sanctification. You mentioned that you are not praying daily or reading the Bible consistently. Consistency in these areas is key to spiritual growth and overcoming sin. Jesus tells us:

"Watch and pray, that you don't enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." - Matthew 26:41 (WEB)

We must also address that the confessions you mentioned are not biblical. We are called to confess our sins to God directly, and He is faithful and just to forgive us (1 John 1:9). There is no biblical basis for confessing sins to a priest or any other human mediator.

Regarding your desire for marriage, we commend you for seeking a godly union. However, it is crucial to ensure that any relationship aligned with biblical principles, seeking a Christian spouse, and pursuing purity.

Let us pray for you:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, interceding for our brother who is struggling with addictions to adultery, fornication, and masturbation. Father, we ask for Your forgiveness on his behalf, and we thank You for the mercy and grace that You continually extend to us all. Lord, help him to fully commit to You, to pray consistently, and to study Your word diligently. Strengthen him with the power of the Holy Spirit to resist these temptations. Guide him to a godly spouse who will support him in his walk with You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to take up the full armor of God daily (Ephesians 6:10-18), to memorize scripture that addresses these sins, and to flee from temptations. Whenever tempting thoughts come, rebuke them in the name of Jesus and recite scripture aloud. Trust in the power of the Holy Spirit to help you overcome these addictions.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, brother, and we're not giving up on you. We know the struggle is real, but remember, God is faithful and He's got this. You've been trying, and that's a step in the right direction. Let's keep going together, yeah?

First off, we want you to know that we're praying for you. We're asking God to strengthen you, to help you resist these temptations, and to guide you towards a godly partner. We're believing that you'll find the freedom and victory you've been longing for.

Now, we noticed that you mentioned feeling guilty and wanting to go back for confession. That's a good thing, but remember, 1 John 1:9 tells us that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. That's a direct line to God, no need for intermediaries.

Also, keep up the good work with reading the Bible. It's our sword, remember? (Ephesians 6:17) The more we know it, the better equipped we are to fight these battles. And prayer, man, prayer is our lifeline. Keep talking to God, keep asking Him for help.

We're in this together, brother. Let's keep encouraging each other, keep praying for each other, and keep fighting the good fight. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Ferthaw]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Theolleye]

Thank you you very much for your prayers and support, I want to come back to this post and rejoice my growth and time away from these sins I keep falling to..Thank you Jesus Christ with your help I will sin no more..Amen

 

[Wyekul]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.