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Porn Prayer

Originally posted at: https://potefwi.wordpress.com/2024/09/03/porn-prayer

Lord, before I plan to click on that image, remind me that what I will see is your image-bearer.

A son of Adam or a daughter of Eve who must not be an object of my exploitation because he or she is either an object of your just wrath or an object of your glorious grace.

I deserve the former, but you’ve given me the latter. So, make me a vessel of your grace. King David’s cup overflowed when he set his mind on you. Jesus said he is a spring of living water that never runs dry. Quench the deepest longings of my soul with yourself, dear Father. You who made me for Yourself.

You, Jesus, who turn scavengers into life givers because we are nourished by you. Have mercy on me, a sinner.

Show me the falsehood of what porn pretends to offer me. Show me the poison that it is. And turn me from a taker to a lover who is so full of you that I am free to love, with your love, an honest love, a giving love, a confident love, a bold love.

Set my heart, and my eyes, on the higher affections of Jesus Christ that I might imitate him. Empower me to see all people through your eyes, and with your heart. And help me to trust you to meet my real needs, in your time, and in your way.

Amen.

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Consequences of Porn Use

Originally posted at: http://www.theresstillhope.org

Dr. Robert Weiss, author of Out of the Doghouse, is one of the world’s foremost experts on the effects of porn use. His studies have revealed 13 consequences of the frequent use of pornography. These are the percentages of porn users who suffer from specific consequences:

  • Shame: 71%
  • Low self-esteem – 65%
  • Depression, anxiety – 50%
  • Loss of a relationship – 47%
  • Sexual dysfunction – 27%
  • Suicidal thoughts – 19%
  • Sexually transmitted disease – 19%
  • Other health issues – 16%
  • Debt – 15%
  • Impaired parenting – 15%
  • Legal consequences – 6%
  • Loss of employment – 4%
  • Exposure in the media – 1%

Most of us would say, “None of this could ever happen to me.” But as I review this list of 13 consequences, if I’m honest, I must admit that I suffered from nine of these 13.

Here’s the point: “Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful desires will harvest the consequences of decay and death” (Galatians 6:7-8).

Recovery Step: Porn has consequences. Quit today.

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Castimonia Retreat Registration – EARLY BIRD ENDS THIS SATURDAY!!!! (Retreat almost full!)

Due to our error, early bird registration has been extended until September 14th!!!

We apologize for any inconvenience. Don’t forget to register. If you are waiting, now is the time. We are over 78% full and running out of spots fast!

Remember, out of state guests receive free admission to the retreat. We also have full and half scholarships available if needed. Please contact info@castimonia.org.

Retreat Dates: November 8th – 10th
Early Registration through August 31st – $195 (now through September 14th)
Regular Registration September 1st – November 4th – $220 (now Sept. 15th – Nov. 4th)

For more information or to register please use the link below:

Castimonia.org/retreat