🕊️ PRAY HERE Daily Devotion 🕊️ Lust of the Eyes Enters the Heart
Scripture Reference:
“But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”– Matthew 5:28 (NKJV)
Devotion:In our modern world, images flood our eyes daily—some innocent, but many filled with temptation. Social media, entertainment, and the internet often showcase overly sexualized content that can subtly capture our attention. While some images appear without us seeking them, others are intentionally searched and followed.
The danger lies not only in what our eyes see, but in what enters our heart. Lust of the eyes can plant seeds of sin that grow into actions and desires outside of God’s will. This warning applies to both men and women. Whether it’s lusting after a person’s body, comparing ourselves to unrealistic images, or craving what we see, our hearts can be led astray if we do not guard our eyes.
If you find yourself seeking, following, or consuming lustful content, it is a sign that your heart is being influenced by what your eyes take in. Guarding your eyes means guarding your heart. God calls us to live holy lives, setting our minds on things above, not on the lusts of the flesh. By submitting our thoughts and desires to Him, we can break free from the grip of lust and walk in purity.
Prayer: Heavenly Father,
Help me to guard my eyes and my heart. Strengthen me to turn away from anything that stirs up lust or dishonors You. Cleanse my mind and purify my desires so that I may walk in holiness. Let my thoughts and actions reflect Your light and truth. Keep me focused on things that are pure, lovely, and worthy of praise.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.