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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2016 19:10:22 GMT -7
Welcome Armoredservant. Your story has many similarities to my own. This addiction is usually a symptom of deeper character issues and sin. It has roots that the Lord wants to deal with. May the Lord grant you the grace to die to your sin everyday. You can log your journey in the accountability section.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2016 7:06:44 GMT -7
I just wanted to welcome you to BG. I am glad you found us. We have several men that are on this journey with you. Keep your focus on God. I will be praying for you.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2016 22:08:29 GMT -7
Thank you and I appreciate the prayers.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 19, 2016 15:49:18 GMT -7
Hi Armoredservant:
Like Braveheart56, you and I have similarities in our stories. Especially the thing about destroying the porn material, and then buying it again. Also, like you, God delivered me from drug addiction, alcohol addiction, and tobacco without A.A., or a 12 step program.
Interesting approach you have there. I say bless you, brother...if it works then go for it! My thoughts and prayers will be with you, as well. Like you, I believe that the Lord doesn't just want me to abstain, He wants me set totally free. That's in His word, and it's His promise, right?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 20, 2016 10:31:58 GMT -7
Cool. Like I said brother, if that method works for you then go for it. The Lord works with me in a little bit different way, but the main thing is that He does work in your life and mine, correct?
Good job on the 20 days. If I can be of service, please don't hesitate to let me know how, ok? And, by the way, welcome! 
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2016 2:03:24 GMT -7
Setmefree said - ,,the Lord doesn't just want me to abstain, He wants me set totally free.,,
Yes, we need something from God to replace the high of addiction. Imagine - It's a cold evening, you are approaching a fireplace to be warmed, even to sweat from hit. It depends on how far you are from the fire. You can now go away from the fire and warm someone who is freezing. The warmth is not yours. It was given to you from the fireplace. If you remain to long far from the fireplace you'll get cold. You won't be healed with the warmth.
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fireplace = Yeshua
fire and warmth = love, peace, joy, patience, strength, healing ......
approaching to the fire = approaching to Yeshua by prayer
how near are you from the fire = how much faith, honesty, trust,commitment... have you got during your prayer
going away from the fireplace = abstaining from prayer
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2016 6:43:17 GMT -7
Good analogy. Good words.
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Post by KevinesKay on Apr 24, 2016 16:23:34 GMT -7
Hey Armored Servant,
I wanted to truly welcome you to our forum. Hearing your story is like looking in the mirror.
Thank you for sharing, and I hope to get to see more of you.
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