Welcome to episode #140! This week, Matt and Braden ask the question, "What might you be doing to compromise freedom in your soul?"
We are all weak
If you were struggling to control your sexual behaviour and living right beside the Red Light District in Amsterdam, your proximity to sexual outlets would be a major hindrance in your freedom journey. The best thing you could do would be to move - or at least take routes that don't involve being near the sexual filth the Red Light District contains.
Likewise, it's best that you recognize your weakness and take action accordingly. You were not made to handle having things in your life that remind you of sexual immorality - especially when you're trying to break free from its trap.
Get rid of ALL moral filth
James 1:21 says, "Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you."
God says to get rid of every thing in your life that constitutes 'moral filth.' It's because He cares for you and wants you to glorify Him through your life. Dirty things or materials in your house are improper for you and they will stop you from functioning well in your life.
When we let things remain in our lives that keep us stuck in sexual brokenness even to a small degree, we are welcoming in things that block us from living out our potential. It's as if we're filling a gas-fuelled car with diesel and expecting it to function just the same. It simply won't work.
Do an inventory of your life
Take some time and do an inventory of your life. Where and when do you engage with any material that reminds you of sexual perversion? Can you eliminate these things from your life? Consider this list:
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BRADEN HAFNER
Braden is the Regional Director in Alberta for FamilyLife Canada. He has been married for 13 years to his wife Kristen, and they live in Edmonton, Alberta. He is passionate about seeing marriages grow and thrive, and helping couples move to a deeper oneness with one another and with God. FamilyLife Canada has a variety of resources and events to help you and your spouse take your marriage to the next level. See what would benefit you at www.familylifecanada.com
MATT CLINE
Matt and his wife Louise raise their little guys, David and Oliver, in Edmonton, Alberta. He is honoured to do what he can to tackle the epidemic of pornography and sexual perversion in every way possible. Seeing lives and marriages get free and experience the love of God in profound ways is what drives him every day. He leads Restored Ministries, is a certified speaker and coach for the John Maxwell Team, and formerly played hockey in the WHL and for Hockey Canada. You can visit www.restoredministries.ca.
