Porn-adultery Link

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Title: Porn-adultery Link ------------- Date: 08/20/1998

Keywords: "adultery" "consequences" "Gospel of Matthew" "lust" "pornography"


Jesus taught on many different topics. Here are some of his words as found in the Gospel of Matthew.

Passage: Matthew 5: 27-28 (New American Standard Version*)

27. "You have heard it was said, 'Do not commit adultery.'

28. But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart."

Questions

1. Could these words relate to viewing web porn?

 

2. What are some of the consequences of adultery?

 

3. Could these same consequences happen to someone who views pornography?

 

4. What is the best way for you to avoid these consequences?

 

Practical help

If you consider lusting at pornography as harmless, look again at what Jesus says about lust. He said it is the same as adultery. Here's how to avoid further risk in this area:
1. Ask God to help you say no to pornography.

2. Recognize the serious consequences of pornography on you and others.

3. Turn your attention to God.

For tomorrow...

...more on how Jesus views lust.


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