Bible Question: For years now I have been trapped in an addiction to pornography, and really need some help. I have read the Bible looking for verses to help me, and have prayed to get the strength to quit for a long time, but I just can't bring myself to stop. If anyone has anything that could help me on this issue, it would be greatly appriciated. |
Bible Answer: Brother, First let me say I have struggled w/the same thing for 35 years. You have come to the right place to recieve sincere and caring help from a host of godly people. Next, you can get a variety of answers to your question by typing related words in the quick search box. My personal suggestion is fasting with prayer.I stop eating after dinner on Friday, only drink water on Saturday, then only allow myself fleshly nourishment after my spirit is nourished at Sunday's church service. Also, read Psalm 51 every day for 5 days. Then Psalm 38 for another 5. When Jesus was tempted in the desert, the only weapon He used against satan was the Word. And, Listen to what Jesus says to His apostles who were unsuccessful in driving out a demon, from KJV, Mat 17:20,21 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. 21"Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting." (note: some translations, such as certain NIVs omit this verse.) Next, allow me to suggest you spend time reading Psalm 119. This psalm is devoted to how the Word of God is able to transform our lives. It is one prayer after another showing us the way God uses His Word for our benefit. 119:45 says, “I will walk at liberty for I seek your precepts.” also, 37-38, “Turn away my eyes from looking at vanity, And revive me in Thy ways. Establish Thy word to Thy servant, As that which produces reverence for Thee.” Remember, these are only suggestions, -for each individual is different, with a unique set to his own problems. I was saved less than 3 years ago, and the only thing that (almost) kept me from my problem was almost 2 years in prison. However, I am getting strong in the Word again, through a Bible correspondance course and much religious programming on TV plus total abstinence of network TV. I feel like I could be making some real progress. Also, one thing that stops me from feeling so down on myself is to remember that God has seen me at my worst, and He still loves me anyway. God Bless You, bro Tim |