Solid Joys Daily Devotional

If You Don’t Fight Lust

Jul 27, 2025
The discussion dives deep into the urgent need to combat lust for the sake of our souls. It warns against complacency in faith, highlighting the critical importance of a proactive stance against sinful desires. The urgency of personal integrity is emphasized, urging listeners to confront their struggles head-on. The conversation challenges listeners to rethink their security in salvation and take the fight against temptation seriously.
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ANECDOTE

Adultery Confrontation Anecdote

  • John Piper confronted a man committing adultery and urged him to return to his wife.
  • The man was shocked by the warning that failing to fight sin could lead to eternal damnation.
ADVICE

Fight Lust to Save Soul

  • Do not ignore the command to fight lust as Jesus teaches about eternal consequences.
  • Resolve to fight sin seriously; it is better to lose a part than your whole soul.
INSIGHT

Resolve to Fight Sin

  • The key issue is the determination to fight sin, not flawless success.
  • Making peace with sin leads to eternal loss, so treat the battle as life-and-death.
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