Too many times have I looked at a woman lustfully, or let my gaze rest on an image not fit for a servant of God. Whether it was a flash of skin or simply a beautiful figure, it was something that didn't seem so bad. “After all,” I would tell myself, “I did not actually commit the sin.” But then I read Matthew 5:27-30, and the truth came to light.
“27 You have heard that it was said, 'Do not commit adultery.' 28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to into hell.”--Matthew 5:27-30
This scripture brings to light the fact that even though we have not actually “committed” the sin, we have committed the sin in our hearts. By doing so, we bring as much displeasure to God as if we were actually doing it. The Bible says, “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” If we are to have absolutely nothing to with sin, we should not be doing it in our hearts. Furthermore, the scripture above tells us to do whatever it takes to keep ourselves from sinning. I am not saying we should go out and gouge out our eyes, but I am saying that we should find an accountability partner, confess our sins, and then spend time reading scriptures on this topic. Afterwords, be sure to talk to God, I have found that the more I pray and meditate on God's Word, the less I think about sinning.
If you struggle with this sin, please pray with me. “Dear God, I have sinned against you. I have defiled your holy temple which should always be kept holy. God, I just pray for your forgiveness even though I do not deserve it. Please give me the strength to stand up and conquer this despicable sin. Amen.”
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