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Day Four –The Consequences of Sex

Satan’s primary mission is to destroy us by any means necessary (see John 10:10). He knows what our weaknesses are and seeks to find a variety of ways to make us his dwelling place.

The story of Jesus delivering a man from an unclean spirit in Mark 1:25-26 should encourage us to consider two factors: spirits are real, and they can compromise us. Sexual intercourse, outside of marriage, is only one way Satan can achieve this because of the nature of sin.

Galatians 5:19 tell us, “Now the works of the flesh are manifest which are these: Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness…”

Verse 17 emphasizes, “For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh.” Therefore, the two are contrary, and ultimately the believer has a choice to either submit to the flesh -or- to the Spirit; we cannot be led by both (see 1 Samuel 16:14 and Luke 22:3).

Adding to this, Jesus reveals His thoughts on how a man can be defiled here, in Mark 7:21-23: “For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness: All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.”

When we commit willful sin, we are not living by the Spirit, but by the flesh. Until repentance and deliverance is achieved, this is how a believer can be compromised by a spirit that is not of God.

Making a commitment to abstain from sex before marriage is not only honorable but righteous. A promise ring can be helpful and serve as a daily, symbolic reminder of your commitment.

Tip: Should you not have a promise ring, use a special piece of jewelry until you wish to replace it. The next step to abstinence is yours!

Please find a quiet place to pray: Heavenly Father, thank you for reminding me that my body is a temple and your spirit dwells in me. When I engage in sex outside of marriage, I know this is offensive to you and destroys your temple. I repent and ask for forgiveness. I declare with my mouth, and with this promise ring I’m placing on my finger, that I will no longer engage in premarital sex or any sex outside of Your will. I am asking you to take away my sexual desires to prevent me from repeating the same mistakes until You are ready to bless me with a spouse. Thank you for drawing me closer to you. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (see Philippians 4:13). In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.