I need adivice...
I'm a young cristian, I truly converted about 3 year, but I still having many problems with sexual sin. I struggle to get off pornography and masturbation. I really want to stop becuase I know that is not what God want to me.
I really don't know what to do. Recently I getting more aware of God, I can't read my Bible neither pray.
Those days I feeling lonely too, cuz I never enter in a relationship, I know I too young for that, I just 17 years old, but I wanted someone, a boyfrind, I eant to get merried becuase I think if I get merried I would stop to comit those sexual sins.
I really need a advice to get over it, I can't talk with my parents.
@convivialBike9931 Hi there, thank you for opening up and sharing something so personal. It takes a lot of courage to be honest about your struggles, especially with faith and the feelings that come with it. You’re definitely not alone many people, especially at a young age, go through what you’re experiencing.
It’s important to remember that struggling doesn’t make you less loved by God. Growth in faith is a journey, and it’s normal to stumble along the way. Feeling distant from prayer or the Bible can happen when we’re weighed down, but that doesn’t mean God has left you. He’s still with you, even in this.
About marriage: it’s a beautiful desire, but marriage doesn’t automatically erase struggles. These habits and feelings are things you can learn to manage and heal from as you grow, without rushing into a relationship just to make them go away. Building self-control and leaning on your faith step by step will help you long term.
Maybe try starting small like reading just one verse a day, or praying a short sentence when you wake up. Sometimes tiny steps help us reconnect without pressure. And if you can, reaching out to a trusted mentor, a youth leader, or someone safe in your faith community might give you guidance and support.
Most of all, be patient with yourself. You’re 17, still learning about life and faith it’s okay to take things one step at a time. God’s grace is bigger than your struggles, and you are not alone in this.
You’re doing the right thing by asking for help. Keep reaching out. 🌿
Thank you! It really helped me, I will try to talk with my leader, I still don't have the courage. I will do step by step, and try don't rush things.
@convivialBike9931 came back across this post today, I don't have any wonderful wisdom to give you but I thought I'd let you know I just prayed for you, and I think your doing the right thing for reaching out and wanting to do things God's way.
