Let’s talk about the “P” word – purity.
Charles Spurgeon said, “I would rather be holy and happy.”
But it is not enough to maintain a pure lifestyle. Motive trumps actions.
Saint Augustine said, “God bestows more consideration on the purity of the intention with which our actions are performed than on the actions themselves.”
Scripture takes purity very seriously. Paul wrote, “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry” (Colossians 3:5).
You have your marching orders – purity of thought and action. Don’t settle for anything less.
Recovery Step: Commit to pure thought, words, and deeds today.
Author: Mark Denison
Mark and Beth Denison, married for 36 years, launched There’s Still Hope as a national movement to call men and women into lives of sexual integrity. Their ministry offers 90-day recovery plans for addicts and one-on-one and group coaching for addicts and their spouses. TSH also produces resources for pastors and churches to confront the porn epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for over 30 years, NBA chaplain, and board chairman at Houston Baptist University three times. With a Master’s Degree in Addiction Recovery, Mark is a certified PSAP and active member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Mark has written four books on recovery: Porn in the Pew, 365 Days to Sexual Integrity, A 90-Day Recovery Guide, and 40 Days to Porn-Free Living. His latest book, Jesus on the 12 Steps, will be released later this year.
