Counsel #9 — The Devil’s Methodology

Picture: Counsel #9 — The Devil’s MethodologyCLi 96.1

The devil often manipulates humanity by targeting their weaknesses. Pornography is a strong tool in his armory because it thrives on curiosity, loneliness, and unmet emotional needs by offering a false sense of intimacy and satisfaction.CLi 96.2

With the introduction of porn, the devil knows that eventually, watching these sexually graphic images and videos will lead to addiction, secrecy, and alienation from individuals that provide positive, spiritual-based guidance and spiritual development. Gradually, as porn begins to take over the mind, moral boundaries are blurred and the idea of self-respect and empathy for others is no longer a priority. Being aware of Satan’s plan regarding pornography is where true liberation begins. Only God can help us defeat the enemy, for we are only flesh and bone and resisting temptation is a spiritual battle. Seek God and His righteousness and the devil will flee.^{[87]https://ilford.adventistchurch.org.uk/bibleinfo_topics/temptation?_=1732426365505.9229}CLi 96.3

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” Ephesians 6:12 NIVCLi 96.4

“Satan has come down with great power to work his deceptions. He fastens the mind or imaginations upon impure, unlawful things.” Ellen White in Letters to Young Lovers, p. 26CLi 96.5

Reflect: Whenever you are tempted to sin, what do you do? Do you pray to God, or try to resist the urge on your own?CLi 96.6