Scripture consistently warns against lust, calling it sexual immorality and impurity, and urges us to honor God with our bodies and desires.
Scripture on Lust
Matthew 5:27-28
New Testament
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart."
Proverbs 6:25
Old Testament
"Do not lust in your heart after her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes."
Ephesians 5:3
New Testament
"But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people."
Colossians 3:5
New Testament
"Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry."
1 Thessalonians 4:3-5
New Testament
"It is God's will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the pagans, who do not know God."
The Bottom Line
Lust entangles us in sin and idolatry, but God calls us to holiness, self-control, and honoring Him with our hearts and bodies.
Try Today
Identify any lustful thoughts or desires, and redirect your mind to focus on what is pure, noble, and right according to God's Word.
Prayer
As Jesus said, 'Everyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart' (Matthew 5:28).
Heavenly Father, I confess that I have struggled with lust and impure desires. Forgive me for dishonoring You and my own body. Help me to flee from sexual immorality and instead honor You with my thoughts, actions, and relationships. Give me the self-control and purity of heart that come from walking closely with You. In Jesus' name, Amen.
📚 Read 1 Corinthians 6 to explore God's design for our sexuality and how to live with holiness and honor.
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