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Deborah-Leigh:
Hey ALEX :o :D....it's YOU!! :o 8)OHHHH.....nudge nudge by G.Driggs nuzzle of the shot gun :D ;D...... :D ;D....
Welcome back dear brother.... :)
Blessings
Arc
G. Driggs:
You described me to a T grape, except for the model part. :P It really seems it takes a lot (I mean a lot!) of self loathing and judgment before He begins to change us doesn't it? Talk about torment! I'm not saying I'm "there" yet, but I say this with much fear and trembling knowing He could put me back where He found me. Thanks grape for your testimony.
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Ha ha Arc, I got your back. ;)
Hang in there dear Alex, your in good company. Remember, " I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me". (Php 4:13 ) He is pulling for you, or else you would not have come back. One day at a time, one second at a time is all we have bro, we repent in increments.
Peace
G.Driggs
Deborah-Leigh:
WOW! Grape :o
You know what the sun being turned into darkness and the moon into blood means! :o 8) :)
Blessings
Arc
santikos:
I wish i had some more wisdom to add than what was already said. all i can say is that i will do what you have asked and will pray for your brother. what you struggle with is what we, as men, will always in one way or another struggle with. Only God will destroy that fleshly beast and free us from that prison.
Samson:
--- Quote from: lilitalienboi16 on October 26, 2010, 05:53:10 AM ---Hey, I was hoping I could get some prayer from anyone who doesn't feel burdened remembering me anytime at all. I'm dealing with great struggles against the flesh, and I mean those struggles a man deals with... when his hormones rage like their is no tomorrow. I can't stand it, I know its not who I want to be, I know its not me, but I am absolutely powerless and even that's an understatement. I've tried time and time again, I'm constantly overcome. I've prayed for hours upon end, for months and months, years now. I feel like I've been thrown into a spiritual prison by the Lord. I want out.
Absolutely tired and tired of this, tired of wanting it one moment, then hating myself for having wanted it or done it the next. I feel like I'm absolutely bent and twisted upside down inside, the only thing that makes sense are Paul's words... That which I want, I do not do and that which I do , I do not want... Ugh.. what a contradicting mess of desires I am!
I can't stand it, in my heart of hearts I want the Lord to reign over this temple and destroy this beast yet I find myself embracing the flesh at every temptation of it...
Prayers please.... Thank you.
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Dear Alex,
Firstly, I'm glad you've rejoined the Forum. Being with like minded individuals will certainly help. Remember, Ray has stated that God created Testosterone, this Biological fact is of the Carnal, not just the fleshly thinking, but Hormonal too. I don't envy your position in this respect. Only God's spirit can CAUSE anyone to desist from the "works of the flesh;" Galatians. 5:19-21. Of course, I'll pray for you, that's a given. You've been doing allot of praying yourself, this is good. The fact that you "can't stand it," is a step in the right direction. I remember my extremely strong desire in this area at 16-28 of age. What Paul stated that You allude to in your above Post is reality, because there is a war going on inside Your members. I present no Judgement against You, but continue to fight the fine fight, as Paul did.
What I'm about to say is not meant to coerce you in any particular direction, but only meant as a possible consideration. Is Marriage an option ? No, I'm not suggesting that you impulsively Marry anyone. It's just meant as a consideration. You were a member for quite some time prior to Your rejoining, so I won't barrage you with many Scriptures, You already know them. I'll list the Scriptural references only: 1Cor. 7:1,2; 8,9 &28. Verses 9(better to Marry than to be inflamed with passion) & 28(If you did Marry, you would commit no sin). Verses 9 & 28 in particular.
If Marriage is not a viable choice in Your personal circumstances, Is there anything you can refrain from in regards to stimulating these desires. Are you viewing or partaking of anything that might increase Your desires in this area(Rhetorical question) ? I know, even with an active avoidance of any type of Stimuli on Your part, the Hormones are a kicking in. I'm only 1/2 Italian, to be full blooded, whew. Just providing a little levity, no offense intended. We can try to assist and help you with good intentions, but ultimately it's between You and God, He's(God) in control and responsible, Your(includes all of us) are accountable for Our choices. If you need to PM me, feel free, If not, that's okay too. One important thing, You've already taken some steps in the right direction, Recognition and reaching for help.
Kind Regards, Samson.
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