Freedom from Pornography?

[Matthias]

A song about "fleeing sexual immorality"...


RUNNING AWAY
May 10, 2004
Aaron Hansel
© 2005 Aaron Hansel

verse
I’m walking away when I should be running
I’m caught by her gaze and I confess it’s getting hard to let go
It’s a dangerous feeling, thinking I’ll never fall
And knowing I’ve got to say goodbye is the hardest of all

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

verse
Her eyes see right through me, she knows my strength’s not enough
She knows if I stay a little longer I’m sure to give up
It’s a critical moment. Will I try to be brave?
Or will I hear the voice of wisdom say “you’ve got to escape”

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

channel
Hold on (x4)

verse
I’d be losing this battle, face down in defeat
If not for the grace of God above who gives me the strength

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

[CID03]

A song about "fleeing sexual immorality"...

Running Away
BUY DIGITAL
by Aaron Hansel

RUNNING AWAY
May 10, 2004
Aaron Hansel
© 2005 Aaron Hansel

verse
I’m walking away when I should be running
I’m caught by her gaze and I confess it’s getting hard to let go
It’s a dangerous feeling, thinking I’ll never fall
And knowing I’ve got to say goodbye is the hardest of all

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

verse
Her eyes see right through me, she knows my strength’s not enough
She knows if I stay a little longer I’m sure to give up
It’s a critical moment. Will I try to be brave?
Or will I hear the voice of wisdom say “you’ve got to escape”

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

channel
Hold on (x4)

verse
I’d be losing this battle, face down in defeat
If not for the grace of God above who gives me the strength

chorus
I’m running away, I’m leaving it all
I’m gonna chase the highway until the dawn
My tears may be falling, God will wipe them away
If I’m gonna find freedom I’ve gotta run away

Thanks for the song.:hat

[Matthias]

I don't want to replace it with anything. I know I sin daily, but I also know that for twelve years as a believer I never dealt with this. I was saved before the internet became a household item. Pornography was something as a non believer that I engaged in if someone had a magazine or something, but it didn't have a hold on me and I never sought it out. Now, I can't sit down at this computer to do anything without the thoughts and temptations of that trash coming up. The problem is Satan is using this sin to keep me in a constant state of guilt and I have become practically ineffective in my spirit life, in my marriage, in my job, in everything I do. My whole life has become a battle with this sin. Good days and bad days.

I am at the point to where I am getting ready to get rid of my internet service. I have turned it over to God and sought forgiveness....every time. I am just asking for the prayers of other believers.


Be strong, brother! I know where you're coming from. By God's grace and some pro-activeness on my part I'm enjoying a season of freedom but it didn't come easy! I'm just saying that to tell you that God is not surprised nor caught off guard by your battle, He knows you're human and you're going to fail. Keep falling at His feet and allow your frustration with yourself to lead you to preventative measures. Be willing to be transparent, when your sin is brought to light it's much easier to deal with it...my wife, some close friends and family members, and a few pastors know the depth of my struggles and the fact they keep me accountable in love and understanding has been a huge factor in my victories. Don't let shame keep you from humbling yourself and opening up to others you can trust. Don't give up!!!

[CID03]

Thanks for the encouragement. I am determined that this will not get the best of me. I know that through Christ I can do all things. I am thankful there are others that can relate to what I am going through.

[m2pinggggggg]

Thanks for the encouragement. I am determined that this will not get the best of me. I know that through Christ I can do all things. I am thankful there are others that can relate to what I am going through.

You got it. Stay connected to any one of us that haven't achieved perfection, but are being perfected.

[Battle Plan]

CID03:
You are not alone and there are countless others who relate. I'm sure you have heard the saying that 80% of men are tempted by porn and the other 20% are lying. I have struggled with this addiction for many years and was too ashamed to admit to anyone (even myself) that I had a problem. God put some very heavy burdens about it on me. During that time I confessed to my Men's study group and my wife. Maybe God is burdening you right now to take care of the problem and seek help?? Pray and ask Him what steps He wants you to take. If you don't have a Christian mentor, get one. Seek the help of your pastor.
If you feel the need to cut off your internet service, do it. If you need internet, then get yourself some software or an internet service provider that cuts out the porn.

I will pray for you brother!!

[CID03]

CID03:
You are not alone and there are countless others who relate. I'm sure you have heard the saying that 80% of men are tempted by porn and the other 20% are lying. I have struggled with this addiction for many years and was too ashamed to admit to anyone (even myself) that I had a problem. God put some very heavy burdens about it on me. During that time I confessed to my Men's study group and my wife. Maybe God is burdening you right now to take care of the problem and seek help?? Pray and ask Him what steps He wants you to take. If you don't have a Christian mentor, get one. Seek the help of your pastor.
If you feel the need to cut off your internet service, do it. If you need internet, then get yourself some software or an internet service provider that cuts out the porn.

I will pray for you brother!!

Bless you all and I will do the same for you all as well.

[Paradigm]

To the married guys.

What exactly is it that attracts you to porn?

I am a single guy and like all of you I too struggle with it. I'm trying to understand exactly why married men struggle with it so much.

I have a couple of theories:

1. Married men have wives that deny them physical intimacy for whatever reason. I've heard of men who are intimate with their wives once every 2-3 months if lucky.

2. Married men do not find their wife attractive, and get hooked mentally on the exaggerated features of the women in pornography.

What other reasons are there?

[HeLivesInUs]

To the married guys.

What exactly is it that attracts you to porn?

I am a single guy and like all of you I too struggle with it. I'm trying to understand exactly why married men struggle with it so much.

I have a couple of theories:

1. Married men have wives that deny them physical intimacy for whatever reason. I've heard of men who are intimate with their wives once every 2-3 months if lucky.

2. Married men do not find their wife attractive, and get hooked mentally on the exaggerated features of the women in pornography.

What other reasons are there?

I myself was sexually abused as a child, by a friend of my family. This woman forced me to watch pornography with her from the time I was 6 until I was 12. From that point by adolescents kicked in and I was hooked, this was an almost everyday event for me. I was addicted by the age of 10 Id say, and have found it very difficult to cope with ever since. I never really thought of it as wrong, until I became born again at the age of 20, and conviction took over. Now I still notice the effects it has even on my married life, I have always looked at women as objects, instead of how I view my wife, as a precious gem.
Its a very difficult battle, and one I fight with everyday, yet I have submitted it unto the Lord, and I know He will deliver me!

Joshua

[Paradigm]

I myself was sexually abused as a child, by a friend of my family. This woman forced me to watch pornography with her from the time I was 6 until I was 12.

Wow that is mind boggling! My condolences man. 6 years old is way too young to be exposed to something like that. I hope Jesus does deliver you from it soon.