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Resisting sexual temptation

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So how do you single people resist the urge to act out in sexual behavior? I'm sure some of you are very good and don't have these urges, but what about those of you who do? I'm not a virgin by any means, and only became a Christian a few months ago, and swore that I wouldn't have sex again until marriage. Well now, of course, I'm wildly attracted to this guy I've known for a long time. He's a nice guy, I like him a lot as a friend, but he's also very attractive to me. I knew him a long time ago and was attracted to him then (and wasn't a Christian then) but I was in a relationship so nothing ever happened. But of course now I'm single and a Christian, and I'm so confused about it. Blah:(:sigh:
 

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Oi, don't we all wish it were as easy as that. I'm sorry, sweetie, but there isn't a method or forumla to it aside from this: seek God's will and God's glory in everything always. You're not going to stop having those urges. The battle lies in how you deal with them. When you give them attention, when you rail against your nature, which desires the flesh and fleshy comfort, you give it too much creedence. Instead, your focus should be entirely upon God. When temptation strikes, immediately submit yourself to God and pray that He deliver you from temptation and enable you to fulfill His will.

The answer is easy, but the application is nigh impossible. All I can offer you is that you have to spend every possible waking moment in dedication to Christ, or you will fall. But know that if you fall, God is faithful to forgive. Never lose sight of that. We feel like dirt when we do it, but you must see yourself as God sees you. He does not clothe you in a garb of iniquity, no you are covered in the blood of His Son. You are His child. You are so very dear to Him. He will never leave you, nor forsake you. When you fall (and I do mean "when"), do not fret. Do not allow the feelings of guilt to separate you from your Savior. Confess your sins, immediately and competely; and ask that God work His will in your life. Always ask to be submit fully to the will of God and you will not go astray. Praise be to God that He enables us to fulfill His will through the power of His Holy Spirit. We are so fortunate.
 
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Firstly, I don't believe those urges make somebody a 'bad' or 'good' person. That you have those urges only tells me that you're wrestling with a common struggle. Urges are urges... but acting on them is a different matter. You may not have control of your urges, but with God's help and biblical insight, you *can* control how you act. You sound like somebody with a spirit-filled heart... valuing that this is a nice guy, looking to God, and asking fellow believers how to do what's right. I strongly believe that these urges alone don't make you bad. They're natural, and something that is a part of the struggle that single, abstinent people deal with. But having those urges doesn't mean you should act on them.

That said, if you do give in to these urges now, you'll likely do harm to yourself and harm to the guy... to be either felt now, or in retrospect. Possibly physical (disease, unwaned pregnancy etc.), more certainly psychological (regret, resentment, hating men etc.). Do you really want to hurt this person you like so much? If you really like him, you'll find a way to avoid inflicting possible harm on the both of you. Also, think about your future spouse, and how they would react if you were being tempted to cheat on them. Granted this is a difficult issue to deal with (let alone talk about in an obviously afirming, non-offensive way online), but that's how I view premarital sex... like a variation of extramarital sex. For you something else may work, but remember that God loves both of you, and wants the best for the both of you. Will you chose the more beneficial choice, or settle for something that's just going to mess things up? If you chose not to follow God's suggestions, heartbreak and unwanted complexity are the likely result. He's probably saying something like "I don't want you to do this stuff, because I don't want to watch you get hurt!" God wants what's most beneficial for us... and that's to keep sexual contact within marriage. His wisdom is for our benefit.

Also, it sounds like you've been successful in this area so far... be it a few months, or a few years, don't give up! You will be thankful down the road.



-From someone with strong urges, who lets God direct his path on the issue abstinence. I mention this because I feel this struggle gives me some credibility on the issue . I plan on remaining celibate until marriage, but that doesn't mean I don't have normal human feelings. It is my hope that I speak most for other Christian singles (men and women alike) on this one. We abstinent folks aren't magically hormone-free. It's difficult at times, but worthwhile goals usually have a degree of difficulty. Just know that either way, you are a new creation, and God is there for you when you need his help. Prayer is a great thing... it will help keep the lines of communication, not to mention your heart and footsteps, open to God's aid.

Love is patient...
 
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Lemme tell you about that sexual temptation. I was involved in sexual immorality since about age 13 up until a few months ago and im turning 23 on friday. I was sucked in deep and I tried everything I knew to get out of it and it never worked. I was doing it for me instead of God, I was trying to stand on my own and it wont work. I finally realized that it was God that I needed to get out of my sin. Setting captives free was the program I used to get out of sin. it made me realize that it was for Gods glory that I could repent from my sins
 
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Well I have mostly been successful..when I first became a Christian I still lived with my ex boyfriend and I gave into temptation a couple times with him, but I am out of that situation now and am in a better situation to keep me celibate. I live with my parents (which of course is not conducive to guys coming over) and am going to Church regurlarly, which helps. It's just so frustrating because I have alot of difficulty meeting Christian guys, most of my friends are non Christians, and for whatever reason I tend to gravitate towards non Christians in my friendhsips. It's not intentional, it just happens that way. I'm thinking of joining a singles group at my church. It'd be so much easier if I was dating someone who was a Christian and was commited to being celibate as well. This guy I was talking abotu is not a Christian and doesn't have a problem with premarital sex. Thank you everybody for yoru advice! MrkGuy thank you, your words helped alot. At least I know there are others out there having the same issues.
And yes we are very fortunate that even if we do fall God forgives us and picks us up again! I'd just rather not have to ask for forgiveness TOO terribly often. :)
 
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First, lean on the Lord for guidance & support.
Second, take it up with Him to resist sexual temptation.
Third, also depend on Him to do the right thing.
Fourth, Let him have his will and way.
Fifth, ask Him to not let you lean into Satan's ways of tricking you.
 
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Yes, meet some Christian friends, I pray you will find good ones. I dunno about dating, just get to know some Christian guys as friends to start out. You'll learn a lot.

Obviously, you'll want to stay out of tempting places. If being alone with a guy in a room with a closed door gets you going, then avoid it. If being in a car with a guy is trouble for you, then both of you should get out of the car when you reach your destination, rather than staying in the car to talk.

Of course the temptation itself is something I have yet to master. Even if you have a lustful fantasy, that is the same in God's book and when I consider how much I do that, all I can say is yikes. If I had acted on half of those and succeeded, I'd be long dead from disease. I haven't found a defense that works every time, I need to choose what's right.
 
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