28/02/2023
SEXUAL ADDICTION:
Our lust often begins as an overpowering desire for pleasurable relief. We may be running from an inner pain, loneliness, emptiness, or an insecurity, and find that s*x is the best way to cope. Lust, po*******hy, s*x with ourselves or with others can briefly dissolve tension. It can momentarily relieve depression, resolve conflict, and even provide the means to escape from or deal with life’s seemingly unbearable situations.
However, that pleasure often brings with it more tension, depression, rage, guilt, and even physical distress. The cycle continues as we try to relieve this new pain, leading to more s*x, po*******hy and lust. We live in denial in order to avoid recognizing just how much our addiction controls our life. As we continue in our self destructive behaviors, s*xual addiction jeopardizes our relationships, health, jobs, morals and values. Ultimately, s*xual addiction takes the place of God in our lives as a coping mechanism to deal with life’s hardships.
Find a CR today to begin the work of allowing God to redeem this part of your life.
If you’re interested in reading more about s*xual addiction, take a look at our Issue Pamphlets at:
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