Finding Sure Protection From a Satanic Trap - Conclusion of HATE IT - AS JEHOVAH DOES

Pornography is an 0utrage against God.  He created humans in his image and likeness and gave us a sense of decency. Wisely, God placed reasonable limits on sex. It was meant to have a health and pleasurable role in marriage.   (Genesis 1:26-28; Proverbs 5:18, 19)  But what are those who practice or promote pornography doing?  They are greatly disregarding God's moral standards. Yes, people who promote pornography reproach Jehovah. God will judge those who ignore his standards by their producing or promoting immoral material. - ROMANS  1:24-27.

But what about people who intentionally read or view pornography?  Some may feel that is harmless entertainment. However, they are actually supporting those who disregard Jehovah's standards.  This may not have been their intent when they started viewing pornography. Nevertheless, it is evident that worshippers of the true God should strongly hate pornography. The Bible exhorts:  "O you who love Jehovah, hate what is bad." -PSALMS 97:10.

Even those who want to avoid looking at pornography can find this difficult to do.  We are imperfect, and we may have to fight to resist unclean desires. Moreover, our imperfect heart may try to find a way to sidestep God's law.  (Jeremiah 17:9)  But many who have become Christians have won this battle. Knowing this can be of encouragement if you have a similar struggle. Note how God's Word can help you to avoid Satan's trap of pornography.

Next time: Finding Sure Protection From a Satanic Trap - DO NOT DWELL ON IMMORAL DESIRES

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