LUST, IT'S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS, PART 6

Last time we talked about moving up. After a lust fire, you have to deal with the aftermath. Look up toward God for direction, strength, support and healing. In addition, surround yourself with family and friends who will speak positive things into your spirit. Today, we are going to conclude this particular series of lust.

The sentence has come in on Jerry Sandusky. He got 30 to 60 years in prison. He will now die in prison. This is the result of a lust fire that got out of control. It started as a spark and turned into an inferno. Remember in Job 31:12 NLT. “It’s is a fire that burns all the way to hell. It would wipe out everything I own.”  I know someone at work last week got fired because of lustful acts and content. He was here at the job for 16 years. However, because he let the fire of lust get out of control, it cost him his job. There are hundreds of people in jail, prison or dealing with legal problems because of some form of lust. Keep in mind, my series has been on sexual lust. You can have lust for power, money, drugs, alcohol and control among other types.  Saints, LUST DESTORYS. Lust is the works of satan.

There are some of you right now who are committing lustful acts. It started out being innocent; however satan has corrupted this relationship. You’re having lustful conversations and engaging in lustful behavior. You’re going out to eat, movies or any other social event.  You must remember that satan is a liar and deceptive. You may get the feeling deep down inside that this is wrong. However, you continue with this type of behavior. You may be doing it behind his or her back. You may have told your spouse about it and said you won’t do it anymore. Yet, you still continue to do it. You are literally playing with fire. Sooner or later someone is going to get burnt. Someone is going to get hurt.  Somebody is going to suffer.  It may not be right away, but I can guarantee you that it will come.

Here’s the main problem when you keep this type of lust in your life. It gets into your heart and mind and you start to serve it. You start getting more involved with the other person physically, mentally and emotionally. You start thinking about the person you’re in lust with more than the one you’re in love with.  It will start to affect your feelings, behavior and actions. Your spirits starts to become one. If you’re married, you’ll be one with your spouse and one with the other person you are involved with. 1st Corinthians 6:16 NIV it states “Do you not know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.”  You will never be satisfied with both. Your spouse won’t be satisfied and the person your involved with won’t be satisfied. This is exactly what satan wants: conflict, chaos and confusion. The results will be damage, devastation and destruction. Lust never satisfies it only consumes.

It may feel right. This person has more money, more stable, good looking etc…. They understand me better than my spouse does. You better beware and watch out. This is satan at work. If you’re involved in a lustful relationship and you feel you are getting away with something you’re not. You don’t get away with anything when it comes to God. God is not keeping this relationship together with you. You and satan are keeping it together. This is who you’re serving when you allow lust to control you.  Despite of all this, you have the power through God to overcome this. You can stop this lustful act before it’s too late.  You can recover from this.  Let’s now go to the God U Said Verse of the day.

In Matthew 5: 27 and 28 NIV it states “You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.  But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” This is why lust is so dangerous and something that you can’t play with. Most of us have committed adultery according to this statement by Jesus. According to this, you don’t commit adultery simply by just sleeping with someone else.  Just by looking at someone lustfully, you commit adultery in your heart. This is why you have to keep lust out of your heart. You have to ask God for forgiveness and move on. You can’t give lust life by letting it live in your mind and your heart. Here’s your phrase of today with lust spelled backwards.

T-They

S-Suffer

 

U-U

L-Lose

 

Remember, they will suffer because of your lust and you are going to lose something. Please stop before it’s too late. You have the power to stop lust from taking control. The problem is that we have is that we don’t know about our power and potential. Well, you are getting ready to find learn about that. Next time we are going to flick on the power and potential in your life. Until then may God bless you and keep you.

 

Walt GS.

 

LUST, IT'S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS, PART 5

Last time we talked about the aftermath of lust. You’re looking at your life and asking what now?  It’s time to talk with God about your recovery plan. In Jeremiah 29:11 NIV it states “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This plan still exists. Follow God’s plan he has for you and he will deliver. Today we are going to talk about the direction you should be moving.

There’s only one direction that you should be going. The direction is up. Please hear me in the spirit. You should be concentrating on going up. Move up to a new level and relationship with God. By doing this, he will give you directions on which way to go. When you experienced moving up with God, you can’t help but to succeed. Find out what it means to move up with God. I will provide you with some insight from my spirit. God is a “He is” and a “He has” God. What do I mean? Grab hold of this below

 

He is                                                                                                                He has

U-Ultimate                                                                                                     U-Unlimited

P-Power                                                                                                          P-Power

 

U-Ultimate                                                                                                     U-Unlimited

P-Potential                                                                                                     P-Pleasure

 

U-Ultimate                                                                                                     U-Unlimited

P-Peace                                                                                                           P-Peace

 

U-Ultimate                                                                                                     U-Unlimited

P-Provider                                                                                                      P-Passion

 

U-Ultimate                                                                                                     U-Unlimited

P-Performer                                                                                                   P-Provisions

 

U-Ultimate                                                                                                    U-Unlimited

P-Patience                                                                                                     P-Posibilities

All of this and more you can have access to if you move up to God. Let’s go to the God U Said it Verse of today.

In Philippians 4:19 NIV it states, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Good God almighty, if you could look up through your tears and pain you’ll see and receive it He will meet your needs. Do you need something on the list above? Make your own list of needs. You can move up in a positive direction. A direction to prosperity, increase, peace and provisions. You may have some missteps. You may slip and move backwards. However, get back on track and continue to move up. God is with you on your journey. If you get too tired, God will pick you up into his arms. I have tears in my eyes because I know what he can do. You’re never out of his reach. You’re never too low for him. You’re never too far gone to him. You’re never too late for him. You’re never too bad for him. He is and He has!!!! Say today to yourself that you’re going up. I’m not staying of this floor anymore. Get on the elevator of life, press the G button for God and the elevator will go up.  Get off on that floor of your life and God will be waiting on you. Next time if God is willing we will end this series by reviewing and emphasis the facts about lust. Until next time, May God Continue to bless you and keep you.

 

 

Walt GS.

LUST, IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS PART 4

Last time we talked about the destruction lust can cause. You can put the fire of lust out before it spreads. However, if you don’t, it can be like an uncontrolled forest fire. In order for a fire to burn you need a spark, oxygen and fuel. The spark can be from inappropriate language, touching and unprofessional advances. The oxygen that a lust fire needs is provided by allowing lust to enter your body and through you. The fuel can be from your continuous lustful acts of thoughts, conversations and behavior.  Take one these items out in time and you can put the fire out. However for whatever reason the fire wasn’t put out. Today we are going to talk about the aftermath of a lust fire.

Your life looks like an aftermath of a forest fire. You can smell the smoke and see the burnt remains.  Now it’s time to see the damage and destruction you’ve sustained. You see the charred remains of your relationship with your spouse or mate. You can see the shock, pain, anger and disappointment in their eyes. You have to answer the tough questions from your children. “Why doesn’t dad or mom live here anymore?” “What did they do?” You have to deal with their confusion, pain, sadness and anger.  Perhaps you got fired from your job because of a lustful act and now you got to go home to your spouse or mate and explain to him or her. I know of a man who got fired because he sent inappropriate content accidently to management instead of his friend. It was just supposed to be a joke. He started to cry and said “What am I going to tell my wife and kids?” He knew this was against company policy. You got caught cheating by your wife or husband with their best friend. You got arrested for being with someone under aged or with a prostitute.  There are hundreds of situations people are dealing with right now. You may be the person who committed arson by setting this fire of lust. However, you could be the victim of the fire of lust. The damage has been done. The question is what now? Where do I go from here? The journey your beginning or your currently on won’t be easy. It can take a while for you to recover. You don’t need to jump into another relationship. You need to have patience and give yourself some time to heal. You’ll have your good days and bad. You will go through different emotions. You may need to seek professional help to assist and guide you through this difficult time. Also, seek someone in ministry to help you. The most important thing you need to remember is that God is with you. It may not feel like it but he is. You will need to develop a deeper relationship with him.  Let’s go to the God U Said It Verse of today.

In John 16:33 NIV it states “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”  Jesus is saying that you will have trouble.  He also states that through him you will have peace. After a forest fire, the land that has been burn will recover. Although the plant and trees above the surface has burned, the root system of the plant usually hasn’t been damage severely. Also, there are seeds and bulbs that will fall off the burning trees and plants. These seeds and bulbs will fall to the ground and take root. You may have Jesus rooted in you right now. However, you may be someone who doesn’t know Jesus as your savior. This is the time to plant him in your forest of life. This is the time for the root of Jesus to grow in you.  Once he starts to grow in you, peace will come to you.  Recovering and healing will come to you. Leadership and direction will come to you. All of this can take some time. This burnt area in your life is fertile. Don’t plant anger and revenge in this area. Don’t plant the weeds or thistles such as drugs, alcohol or more lust. Let Jesus be in your forest of life. He will bring someone along into your life. He has already brought himself in your life. All you have to do is take it to heart. Jesus is knocking on your heart to help you recover and fix the damage.  Here’s your phrase for today.

L-Lord

U-U

S-Save

T-Thee

 

L-Lord

U-U

S-Strengthen

T-Thee

He’s ready to plow and plant good and wonderful things in your forest. Next time we’ll talk about which way you must move. Until next time, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

                                          Walt Gs.

LUST, IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS PART 3

Last time we talked about the difficulty of dealing with lust. It seems that you can’t escape from being exposed to lust. You have to rely on God to help you navigate through lustful situations. Continue to not only study the word of God but live the word of God. Today, we are going to look at the destruction lust can cause.

I talked about some of the destruction lust can cause in Part 1. When you get a chance, please go back and read lust, it’s all about how you use the letters part 1. Let’s go back to Job 31:12 NLT. “It’s is a fire that burns all the way to hell. It would wipe out everything I own.” I want to show you some other versions of this verse.  The NIV states, “It is a fire that burns to Destruction; it would have uprooted my harvest.” The KJV states, “For it is a fire that consumeth to destruction, and would root out all mine increase.”  The AMP states, “For [uncontrolled passion] is a fire which consumes to Abaddon (to destruction, ruin, and the place of final torment); [that fire once lighted would rage until all is consumed] and would burn to the root all my [life’s] increase.”  What do these different versions have in common? They all say lust is a fire and that will continue to burn until total destruction.  Lust will destroy your increase, harvest and everything you own. It’s like an uncontrolled forest fire.  It can take a while before you gain control of a forest fire and put it out.  Let’s go to the God U Said It Verse of the day.

Once again, the verse is Job 31:12 NLT. It states “It’s is a fire that burns all the way to hell. It would wipe out everything I own.”  The question I like to ask is what does a fire need to burn? In order for fire to burn, you need heat, oxygen and fuel. This is also now as the fire triangle. If any of these things are removed, the fire will be extinguished. These are the same things you need to have a fire of lust. You need some kind of spark.  The first lustful conversation, first time you look at porn, inappropriate touching etc… It needs some form of oxygen. The oxygen is provided by you. Remember in part 2 the verse warns you about lust getting into your heart. You need oxygen to live. If lust is living and pumping through your body, you’re giving it the oxygen because you need to breath in order to live. Lastly, it needs fuel to burn. For example, the subscription to the porn site or certain magazines.  The continuous lustful communication through text, emails and phone conversations.  In order for this to stop, you have to take one of these elements away. It may be too late to stop the spark but you can put out the fire. Otherwise, it will continue to burn until it consumes everything.  Here’s your phrase for today

L-Leaves

U-U

S-Scorched

&

T-Torched

 

L-Lures

U-U

T-Toward

S-Sin

Next time we’ll look at the aftermath of a lust fire. Until next time, May God Continue To Bless You And Keep You.

 

Walt GS.

 

 

LUST, IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS PART 2

Hello everyone, once again I’ve been under attack by the enemy.  He’s causing enough havoc to accomplish one of his goals.  He wants to keep me from writing about God. However, we all may fall down, but we have the ability to get back up again. No matter what made you fall, Jesus has his hand out like he did with Peter on the water. He will help you get up again and again and again. Last time, we looked at the definition of lust. Today, we’ll look at the difficulty with dealing with lust.

The reason why lust is such a problem is because you are bombarded by lust every day. You can’t escape the presence of lust. Every day you see TV shows, movies, advertisements, even the clothes people wear that promotes lust. It plays on your sense of sight. It’s pleasing to the eye. The problems start when you first looked at those images. Did you look at them with a clear mind or did you look at it with a lustful intent. Some images are designed for you to look at with a lustful frame of mind. For example: porn and certain magazines. Some images are not intended to be look at with that frame of mind. However, because we all have lustful images in our minds, it may trigger that part of the mind.  When you think about what you saw how do you remember the images? In Job 31:1 NIV it states “I made a covenant with my eyes not to look lustfully at a young woman.” In essence, we look at things in different frames of mind. We have to make a covenant with our eyes not to look at a woman or man lustfully.  You have to be in control of your thoughts and your state of mind. If you let this lust go uncheck, it will start to get into your heart. It’s very important not to let this lust get into your heart.  Why, let’s look at the God U Said it Verse of the day.

In Proverb 6:25 NIV it states “Do not lust in your heart after hear beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes.”  Let’s look at the first part of the verse.  The heart’s job is to pump blood all over your body which keeps you alive. When someone is unconscious, the first thing someone checks is for a pulse or a heartbeat. When you have lust in the heart, it circulates all over your body. In addition you have given it a pulse and a means to live.  You have memories of lustful images but the only way the brain can live is through the heart. Also, lust is occupying a place where Jesus wants to dwell in. He wants your heart to pump his essence all over your body.  Now let’s look at the second part of the verse. One of the entrances to your body is through the eyes. This is another way that lust can get into your body is through your sight. This is why you have to be mindful on how you looking at someone. Some of the synonyms of captivate is capture, trance, charm, bewitch, entrance and enchant. Some of these words you hear when someone is practicing witchcraft or sorcery.  Also in this verse you see the word “or”. What this is saying is don’t let lust enter through your hear t or through your eyes. Remember, lust doesn’t ever satisfy you. It keeps you coming back for more. Let Jesus come into your heart. He will answer the door for you if someone comes knocking. If it’s not of him, he won’t let them in. Here’s your phrase for today

L-looks                                                       

S-satisfying                                                 

T-to                                                              

U-u.                                                               

 

L-leads

T-to

U-untrue

 S-satisfaction

Next time we’ll look at some of the destruction lust can cause. Until then may God Bless You And Keep You.

 

                                    Walt GS

LUST: IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU USE THE LETTERS PART 1

Let me start off by saying it’s good to be back. I have been under attack by the enemy. It hasn’t been easy but God has gotten me through. Last time we concluded the study of Solomon for the time being. I hope it blessed you enough to apply what you have learned into your life. God has now switched me toward an epidemic that’s happening. It seems like every day the media is talking about it. The epidemic is called lust of the sexual type. Today we are going to look at definition of lust.

Every time you turn on the news you hear about sexual lust. From coaches, athletes, politicians, teachers, people in ministry even a former president, it has touched all walks of life. To understand better what we are dealing with, let’s get a definition of lust. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary “lust is an intense or unbridled sexual desire. To have an intense desire or need; crave specifically to have a sexual urge.” Lust is the works of the devil. It usually doesn’t come on at once. It works slowly into your spirit were you may not notice how much damage it’s causing. You will say to yourself “I was just joking or it’s not causing any harm. All we are doing is having a conversation. We just had a business lunch. I can control it.” We all kid around with people and have fun. We all are going to interact with people. This is to be expected. God wants you to enjoy life and he understands we interact with one another. However, you have to be aware of your behavior and when the enemy is trying to sneak in. Always remember the enemy is more crafty then any beast in the field. A lot of times you can start off innocent. You had no intent in trying to get with this person in a lustful kind of way. We say it just happened. There’s always a beginning or spark that lights this fire. Make sure you put it out before the fire gets out of control. What is the God You Said Verse of Today?

Here’s how the bible defines lust. In Job 31:11 & 12 NLT it states “For lust is a shameful sin, a crime that should be punished. It is a fire that burns all the way to hell. It would wipe out everything I own.” This is a very powerful and direct message. God is saying lust is a sin. It’s a crime and shameful. You can also expect some type of punishment to be administered. Look some of the headlines for proof now and in the past. Penn State University and the Sandusky case.  School teachers having a lustful relationship with a younger students. Priest being accused of sexual abuse.  The trial that went on in Atlanta about someone being shot at a daycare because of lust. The person who committed the lustful act is put to shame. They are exposed along with everyone who’s associated with them. Depending on the circumstances it can be a crime. Once prosecuted, you will be punished for the lustful act. You may not be prosecuted by the judicial system but you will by someone. Your life as you knew it will be severely damaged before you go to the court room. Even if your found innocent, in most cases your life will never be the same. You could lose your freedom, your spouse, family, friends, reputation and it goes on and on. Lust is fire that consumes and destroys. It can wipe out everything you own. Your finances, property your career etc… You will be in hell on earth. You can’t control it. It’s not meant to be controlled. If you’re committing a lustful act with anyone this is your wake up call. You need to stop now and pray. If needed, seek professional help with this problem. If you see someone doing a lustful act with someone, you need to report it. We need to pray for the victim of the lustful act. It’s a long road to recovery for the victims. We will continue to study lust to get a better understanding on what it is. Also, I’m going to use the letters in lust to form phrases. Here’s your phrase for today.

L-leads       

U-u       

T-to       

S-shame      

 

 

L-leads

U-u

T-to

S-sin

I got so much that God has put on my mind about what’s under attack in our walk with him. I know I will be talking about lust again but I don’t know exactly when. So next time, I will talk about wherever God guides me to. Until then, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

 

Walt GP

PROVERBS: WHO IS SOLOMON PART 7

Last time we continue to talk about the fall of Solomon. The results of his disobedience were he had part of his kingdom torn away. However, God tore part of his kingdom away from his son instead of Solomon himself. Solomon’s son inherited some of the punishment for his father’s disobedience. Today, we’ll see the other results of Solomon’s disobedience.

Let’s review and go back to 1 Chronicles 22:9 New International Version. It states “But you will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, and I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign.” However, since Solomon started worshipping other Gods, this was no longer the case. In 1 King 11:14 New International Version it states “Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom.” This was the first adversary that God raised up against Solomon. The second adversary came in 1 King 11:23 New International Version. It states “And God raised up against Solomon another adversary, Rezon son of Eliada, who had fled from his master, Hadadezer king of Zobah.” In 1 King 11:25 New International Version it states “Rezon was Israel’s adversary as long as Solomon lived, adding to the trouble caused by Hadad. So Rezon ruled in Aram and was hostile toward Israel. According to the Merriam-Webster one of the synonyms for adversary is the word enemy. God allowed these enemies to cause trouble with Solomon. Also, Solomon no longer had peace and rest from his enemies.

What’s the God U Said It Verse of the day? Let’s look at Job 12:13 New International Version. It states “To God belong wisdom and power; counsel and understanding are his.” This is what God gave to Solomon. In most people views, Solomon had it all. God gave him wisdom, power, knowledge, wealth and respect. However, because he took his attention away from God, he began to go down the wrong path. Does this sound familiar even today? How many times have you heard about people having it all only to lose it in the end? You have to keep your focus on God. Be obedient and continue to build a strong relationship with God. God will protect you from your adversaries. There are many distractions and situations that will ruin you if you’re not careful.

This concludes our study of Solomon for now. I hope you got a better understanding on who was the main author of Proverbs was. Solomon has left us with his timeless wisdom and knowledge from God. There’s a great deal that we can learn from Solomon and Proverbs. Next time we are going to start studying about the epidemic that’s happening that needs to be addressed. Until then may God continue to bless you and keep you.

Walt G.