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Key Text:
Matthew 5:28 (KJV) – “But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”
Introduction:
Lust is a subtle but destructive desire that can ruin lives, marriages, and destinies. Jesus emphasized the seriousness of lust, equating it with adultery in the heart. In an age of oversexualized content, guarding your heart is no longer optional — it is essential.
I. Biblical Verses on Lust:
- 1 John 2:16
- James 1:14-15
- Galatians 5:16
- Proverbs 6:25
- Romans 13:14
- Job 31:1
- 2 Timothy 2:22
- Colossians 3:5
- Psalm 119:9
- Titus 2:11-12
II. 10 Steps That Lead to Lust:
- Neglecting daily devotion and prayer.
- Watching sexually suggestive content.
- Flirting with temptation (“It’s just a look”).
- Idleness and lack of accountability.
- Failure to guard the eyes and thoughts.
- Overexposure to worldly values (social media, movies).
- Engaging in inappropriate conversations.
- Harboring secret sins or fantasies.
- Isolation from godly community.
- Refusal to confront inner desires biblically.
III. 10 Steps to Come Out of Lust:
- Confess and repent before God (1 John 1:9).
- Renew your mind with Scripture (Romans 12:2).
- Pray for deliverance and purity (Psalm 51:10).
- Flee from tempting situations (2 Timothy 2:22).
- Set boundaries for your eyes and thoughts (Job 31:1).
- Replace lustful thoughts with praise and purpose.
- Find accountability partners (James 5:16).
- Fast and pray regularly to weaken the flesh.
- Surround yourself with edifying content.
- Engage in service, ministry, and godly work.
IV. Repercussions of Lust:
- Spiritual death and separation from God (James 1:15).
- Broken relationships and marriages (Proverbs 6:32).
- Emotional instability and guilt.
- Addiction and bondage (Romans 6:16).
- Loss of spiritual authority and anointing.
- Defiled conscience and lack of peace.
- Diminished sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.
- Public shame or scandal (Proverbs 5:11-14).
- Physical consequences (disease, fatigue, stress).
- Eternal consequences if unrepented (Revelation 21:8).
Christian Article: Lust – A Silent Killer of Destiny
Lust is not just a personal issue — it’s a spiritual cancer that slowly eats away at a believer’s power, purity, and purpose. Unlike love, which gives, lust takes. It is selfish, impulsive, and short-lived, yet its consequences can last a lifetime. In a time when sensuality is marketed as freedom, believers must be discerning. The heart is the battleground, and lust often enters through the gate of unchecked thoughts and images.
True deliverance begins with the humility to admit the problem and the discipline to daily yield to the Holy Spirit. God’s grace is not only forgiving, it is also empowering. You are not meant to struggle in silence — God provides a way of escape (1 Corinthians 10:13). Lust may be a battle, but through the Word, prayer, accountability, and obedience, victory is not only possible — it’s promised.
