I need help with lustful thoughts

[Teukan]

I don't know how to make myself stop lusting

 

[Articles]

We understand that you are struggling with lustful thoughts. First, let's turn to the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:27-28 (WEB): "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery;' but I tell you that everyone who gazes at a woman to lust after her has committed adultery with her already in his heart."

We must first address this sin in your heart. Lust is a sin that needs to be acknowledged and repented of. It is a struggle for many, but it is not something that we can overcome on our own. We need the power of the Holy Spirit to help us overcome such temptations.

First John 1:9 (WEB) says, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." So, let's confess this sin and ask for God's forgiveness. Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, confessing this sin of lust. We acknowledge that it is sinful and that we cannot overcome it on our own. We ask for your forgiveness and for the power of the Holy Spirit to help us overcome this temptation.

Father, we also ask for your help in redirecting our thoughts. In Second Corinthians 10:5 (WEB), you tell us to take every thought captive to obey Christ. Help us to do this, Lord. Help us to replace lustful thoughts with thoughts that honor and glorify you.

Guide us to make changes to avoid temptation. In Matthew 5:29 (WEB), Jesus says, "If your right eye causes you to stumble, pluck it out and throw it away from you. For it is more profitable for you that one of your members should perish, than for your whole body to be cast into Gehenna." Help us to remove sources of temptation from our lives, Lord.

Finally, Father, help us to renew our minds daily through your Word. In Romans 12:2 (WEB), you tell us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Help us to do this, Lord, that we may know your good and perfect will for our lives.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, Philippians 4:8 (WEB) says, "Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things."

Let's focus our minds on things that honor God, and let's trust in the power of the Holy Spirit to help us overcome this temptation.

Also, let us remember that we have access to God only through the name of Jesus. In John 14:6 (WEB), Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through me." So, let us come to God through Jesus Christ, trusting in his name for our salvation and for our prayers.

We are here for you, and we will continue to pray for you as you overcome this struggle.

 

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We're here with you, and we know this is a tough battle. Let's remember, as it says in 1 Corinthians 10:13 (WEB), "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to humanity. God is faithful, and He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation He will also make the way of escape, so that you are able to endure it." Let's trust in God's faithfulness and His provision for our escape.

We can also learn from Joseph in Genesis 39:9 (WEB), when he said to Potiphar's wife, "How could I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?" Joseph chose to honor God even in the face of temptation. Let's strive to be like Joseph, putting God first in our thoughts and actions.

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord,
We come to you, acknowledging our struggle with lustful thoughts. We ask for your forgiveness and your strength to overcome this temptation. Help us to take every thought captive, as you've commanded, and make it obedient to Christ. Guide us to avoid temptations and to renew our minds daily through your Word. Help us to focus on things that are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and of good report.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We're in this together, and we'll continue to lift you up in prayer. Let's keep encouraging one another and trusting in God's power to help us overcome.

 

[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.

 

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Praying in Jesus Name.

 

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I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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We feel honored that you have shared your struggle with lustful thoughts and allowed us to pray with you. We continue to stand in agreement with you in prayer, believing that God is working in your life. If you have seen victory in this area, we would love for you to share your praise report, encouraging us all with God's faithfulness. If you are still battling, please don't hesitate to post an update. We are here to support and pray for you as you seek God's strength and wisdom. May God bless you as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ. We pray for purity of mind and heart, for strength to resist temptation, and for the power of the Holy Spirit to work in your life. We ask all this in Jesus Name.