Don't believe the lie that what is done in secret can't hurt anyone.
Key Points:
- The Bible doesn’t speak directly to pornography but is does speak to how sex is supposed to work in marriage. Sex is meant to be a union between a man and a woman.
- God designed marriage to be about unifying a husband and a wife to bring mutual satisfaction. Pornography encourages the opposite. It’s only about fulfilling yourself.
- No matter how you try to justify it, porn is destructive and a roadblock to a healthy marriage.
- Even though it’s just a picture or a video on a screen, pornography is allowing someone else into the marriage. It takes your attention, your energy, your attraction, and your thoughts.
- Confess your struggle to your pastor or trusted friend who will pray for you. Be honest and accountable to your spouse and be a totally open book about your viewing history online.
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- In your own words, how has pornography affected your marriage?
- How open have you been about this issue in your marriage? Explain.
- Read Matthew 5:27-28. What is Jesus saying? If you struggle with porn, what are these verses saying to you?
- How could counseling and accountability help you and your marriage?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
