“Flee From Lust.”

Question 1

Matthew 5:3-12

Answer 1

“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied. God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”

Question 2

Matthew 5:27-31

Answer 2

“You have heard the commandment that says ‘You must not commit adultery.’, But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. So if your eye causes you to lust, gouge it out and throw it away. And if your hand causes you sin, cut it off and throw it away for it is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell.”

Question 3

Thessalonians 4:3-5

Answer 3

“God’s will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin. Then each of you will control his own body and live in holiness and honour. Not in lustful passion like the pagans who do not know God and his ways.”

Question 4

2 Timothy 2:22

Answer 4

“Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the lord with pure hearts.”

Question 5

Galatians 5:16

Answer 5

“So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves.”

Question 6

James 1:1-15

Answer 6

“Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow it gives birth to death.”

Question 7

Colossians 3:5

Answer 7

“so put to death the sinful, earthly things lurking within you. Have nothing to do with sexual immortality, impurity, lust, and evil desires. Don’t be greedy, for a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world.”

Question 8

1 John 2:16

Answer 8

“For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure. A craving for everything we see, and our pride in achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world.”