The Measure of a Man: Moral Purity 3

Gets (41) writes, "Men should fortify themselves through regular study of the Word of God and prayer. Nothing dulls a desire for communication with God and the study of His Word as much as indiscriminate exposure to illegitimate sexual stimuli."

Are you finding it difficult to read the Bible or hear God's voice? Getz suggests that each of us check our desires. Desiring God can be sidetracked by a desire for self-pleasure.

"And nothing is so effective in combating temptation and lust as an effective prayer life and Bible study program. Thus Paul wrote, 'Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things' (Phil 4:8)." (Getz, 41)

Get out of the ditch and into the Scripture!