masturbation

[Sco21]

I’m 21 and can't stop masturbating. Is there someway to stop the urge of masturbating?

and does that make me not a christian even though im trying to stop and even though i act like a christian in every other way

some1 help please

 

[worshipleader2b]

Masturbating does not mean you are no longer a Christian. We all sin, and thankfully God is there to forgive, providing we're sorry and do our best to stop doing that sin.

Masturbation is hard to conquer - don't worry, you're not alone. Simple tips include:

• Stay close to God, by spending time with Him. Focus on Him and His glory and everything else will fall into place, hopefully
• Turn to God when you are tempted, ie/ praying, reading the Bible, worshipping etc
• Go and do something else when you are tempted which takes your mind off it, preferably being surrounded by other people
• If pornography is causing you to touch then get rid of that, whether it be online or in magazines
• If it's really a problem, you might consider sharing your struggles with an older Christian man in your church...

It's very tough - no-one ever said it would be easy...good luck

 

[sinneD]

Sco:

Is it both p0rn and masturbation, or just touching yourself ?
Although related, I believe the two must be approached differently.

If it does include p0rn, then I will ask you to look at a post that
I made previously on this subject ------> [post=33755169] Click Here [/post]

And Sco - welcome to CF.. come join us in the Men's Corner

 

[UnitynLove]

settingcaptivesfree.com

 

[Johnnz]

There aren't to many Christians who have not had to face this issue. So, don't doubt your standing with God. You are still one of His family.

The urge to touch is due to your activated sex drive. that i snot going to go away, at least for the next few decades. So, you will need to adopt whatever strategies and beliefs that allow you to reach your goals.

John
NZ

 

[MelissaShae]

Keep trust in the Lord and keeping praying. It is hard to reset the tempation of the flesh but Jesus will get you thru it. I would suggest that every time you feel the urge to given into the pleasure of the sin, that you would pray instead. Can't hurt to try.

I am praying for you!! God Bless!!

 

[snowowl21]

My name is kayanna but i go by annie. i am here for prayer and conversation. i have a few addictions that are not easy to talkj about but if i had yhe chance to talk about them i may feel better. i am a missionary and a camp counselor in bondage. i have been bi for as long as i can remember but did not admit it to myself till a year ago. i have been addicted to porn and fantasies at night and the things that go along with it. up until last year i was the only one who knew but i had to tell someone so i have a few people that have told but no family members. also i have been molested for almost 7 years and can't stop it. i am trying to live for my lord but i am trapped. i still serve him to the best of my ability but i feel that itsnot all of me. please if you can help me talk to me.

 

[Divinah]

Adding to what others have said here...The sin begins with a thought process so THAT IS WHERE you have to overcome and stop before it starts. So to combat that...Make a deal with yourself...just a a reasonable means of diversion...When you start to get the initial thoughts...before they even become urges...Go to the Lord in Prayer, His Word, Worship and lift these things to him. I always do, and then sometimes AFTER doing these things, I work out. Mastrubation is a stress release. It releases chemicals into our brains thats part of the addiction...When you work out you have some of the same chemicals released and others that I believe provide more of a long term benefit for you.

 

[figtvcmpta]

if you are questioning your Chrisitianity, you are thinking wrong. sorry i dont mean that rudely. but look at what that woman said... I think her name is like Myra or something. you know who im talking about... the woman who wrote Why The Caged Bird Sings... she said this...

When I say... "I am a Christian," I'm not shouting "I'm clean living." I'm whispering "I was lost, now I'm found and forgiven." When I say..."I am a Christian," I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide. When I say... "I am a Christian," I'm not trying to be strong. I'm professing that I'm weak and need His strength to carry on...