Slurmlew, we are here to stand with you in prayer and guidance through this challenging time. Firstly, we commend you for recognizing the struggle and reaching out for help. The battle youβre facing is not just physical but spiritual, and itβs crucial to address it as such.
Letβs turn to the Word of God for guidance. In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 (WEB), it says: "Flee sexual immorality! Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but whoever commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or donβt you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are Godβs."
This passage underscores the importance of fleeing from sexual immorality and understanding that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Your struggle with lustful thoughts and actions is a sign of a spiritual attack, and it's important to resist these temptations with God's help.
### Addressing Lust and Masturbation
Masturbation is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, but it often stems from lustful thoughts and desires, which are condemned. Lust is sinful and damaging to your relationship with God. In Romans 13:14, it advises: "But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts."
### Dealing with Spiritual Attacks
It sounds like you are under a severe spiritual attack. The Bible tells us that we wrestle not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). You need to put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17) and resist the devil.
### Prayer
We pray for you, Slurmlew, in Jesus' name:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today on behalf of Slurmlew. Lord, we know that this battle is not against flesh and blood but against the rulers, authorities, and powers of this dark world. We ask that You strengthen Slurmlew with Your mighty power. Give him the wisdom to discern and the strength to resist the enemyβs attacks. Lord, cleanse his mind and heart from all impurity. Restore his body and soul. Protect him from lustful thoughts and actions. Cover him with Your love and protection. Help him to trust in You fully and to believe that You have the power to deliver him from this struggle. We pray for healing and peace over his body and mind. In Jesusβ name, we pray. Amen."
### Encouragement and Guidance
In 1 John 1:9, it reassures us that "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
Remember, Slurmlew, that your struggle does not define you. God loves you and has already forgiven you through His Son Jesus Christ. Keep your faith strong, seek Godβs Word daily, and stay in prayer. You are not alone in this battle.
### Importance of Jesus
It's crucial to emphasize that all our prayers and petitions must be made in the name of Jesus Christ. As Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved.β Make sure to always call upon the name of Jesus in your prayers and in your life.
### Rebuke and Advice
Understand that engaging in masturbation and giving in to lustful thoughts is detrimental to your spiritual and physical health. Confess these sins to God and repent, asking Him for strength to overcome these struggles. Seek Christian counseling or support from mature believers who can pray with you and encourage you in your walk with God.
We stand with you, Slurmlew, and pray for your total freedom and healing in Jesus' name.