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Post by brotherdavid on Feb 17, 2023 15:22:50 GMT -7
Hi fellow brothers and sisters in Christ!
I have been dealing with this problem for a while. It started when I was probably 8 years old in the 80's was introduced to adult entertaining merchandise. I am currently close to 50. In the last two years, I have become more committed to finally deal with this issue. I am single and been celibate for almost two years. I believe we are fighting a battle, a battle for our own souls! There has been a battle between my flesh and spirit. Before I started this journey, I used to accept my sin as part of life and as a way to release stress and gratify the flesh. The Lord Jesus Christ convicted me of my ways and has set me on the road to salvation. I hope to share my journey, testimony and provide supportive feedback.
Peace and blessings,
David
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Post by Ɖσмιиιc on Feb 17, 2023 16:30:07 GMT -7
Welcome brotherdavid, thank you for sharing your introduction. If you want, please create an accountability thread so you can share your daily updates on the road to recovery with Jesus. I hope you have a blessed day. Sincerely, Dominic |
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Post by KevinesKay on Feb 17, 2023 21:51:19 GMT -7
Hi David. I just wanted to say, "Welcome." Thanks for sharing a little bit of your story. I'm glad to hear that you've made some good progress.
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Post by lovedworthyable on Jan 16, 2024 7:50:22 GMT -7
Hello. My name is Jay, in recovery from sex addiction. It has been a 12-year journey, battling a lifelong struggle. The last 3 years especially, I have taken recovery more seriously as I have been continually convicted of the need for me too live faithfully according to Christ's calling. I have been to SAA and SA groups, but I really struggle with the shame that isolate me from other people, and I have a hard time sharing. I do not feel able to have any real or authentic friendships in "real life". Two and a half years ago I sat my wife down and disclosed everything to her. We have been in therapy, and continuing to try to move forward. Day-to-day life deals with a lot of struggles and triggers for both of us, which creates distance and conflict. I'm struggling to find peace and joy in day-to-day life, and maintain hope for the future. I know God loves me, and that there is hope for the future, but I struggle to feel it. I'm looking for community with others, to share and to gain encouragement.
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Post by KevinesKay on Jan 17, 2024 6:29:41 GMT -7
Hello Jay,
Welcome. I'm glad you could join us.
You're story sounds similar.
There is hope. God is bigger than all of this. And He loves you.
But the shame. That's a big nasty root. It keeps us from demonstrating that we have value. So isolation, secrecy, addiction are big symptoms.
I pray that God will show you the next step you are to take. What is it that He's trying to teach you during this trial? God is there. And when He is there, we are to acknowledge His presence and offer our praise, thanks, and gratitude.
Hoping to hear from you again.
Have you read Easy Peasy yet?
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Post by Will on Mar 8, 2024 23:13:58 GMT -7
Hey brotherdavid and lovedworthyable!
Welcome!
I truly believe that opening up and sharing with brothers is a massive weapon against this evil. You're in the right place! : )
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