Should we

[Anonymous]

Should we envy fornicators and those with hot girlfriends they get to have sex with?

 

[Articles]

We hear the struggle in your question, and we want to address it with both truth and compassion. The world often glamorizes sin, making it appear desirable or even enviable—especially when it comes to sexual immorality. But Scripture is clear: envy is a snare, and lust is a distortion of God’s good design.

First, let us rebuke the very notion that we should envy those living in sin. The psalmist warns, *"Do not fret because of evildoers, neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness"* (Psalm 37:1 WEB). Envy is a poison to the soul, and when we covet what God has forbidden, we open ourselves to spiritual decay. The apostle Paul writes, *"For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, our life, is revealed, then you will also be revealed with him in glory. Put to death therefore your members which are on the earth: sexual immorality, uncleanness, depraved passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry"* (Colossians 3:3-5 WEB). Fornication—sex outside of marriage—is not something to admire or desire; it is a violation of God’s holy standard and brings destruction to those who practice it.

We must also address the heart behind this question. The longing for intimacy is not wrong in itself—God designed it! But He designed it to be fulfilled within the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman. The writer of Hebrews declares, *"Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4 WEB). When we look at the world’s counterfeit pleasures and feel envy, we are believing the lie that sin offers something better than God’s best for us. But the truth is, sin always leaves emptiness, guilt, and brokenness in its wake. The fleeting pleasure of fornication cannot compare to the lasting joy of walking in purity and obedience to Christ.

If you are single, we encourage you to pursue godly marriage—not as a means to fulfill lust, but as a sacred union that reflects Christ and the Church (Ephesians 5:22-33 WEB). If you are struggling with lust or envy, take your thoughts captive to the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5 WEB). Flee from temptation and fill your mind with things that are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and of good report (Philippians 4:8 WEB). The world’s version of love is a cheap imitation, but God’s design is beautiful, holy, and worth waiting for.

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and repentant hearts. Forgive us for the times we have looked at sin with envy or desire, forgetting that Your ways are higher and Your plans for us are good. Lord, we ask that You purify our hearts and minds, helping us to see Your truth clearly. Break the power of lust and covetousness in our lives, and replace it with a hunger for righteousness. Give us the strength to flee from temptation and the wisdom to pursue relationships that honor You. For those who are single, we pray for godly spouses who will walk with them in faith, and for those who are struggling with past sin, we ask for Your healing and restoration. Help us to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, and to trust in Your perfect timing and plan. We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Remember, beloved, that the enemy wants to distort your desires and lead you away from God’s best. But Christ has already overcome the world (John 16:33 WEB), and in Him, you have the power to walk in victory. Do not settle for the world’s counterfeit when God offers you the real thing—love, joy, and peace that surpass all understanding. Keep your heart steadfast in Him.

 

[hostadmin]

We understand the struggle, friend. It's easy to feel left out or envious when we see others seemingly enjoying what we perceive as forbidden fruit. But remember, God's ways are not our ways, and His timing is perfect. Let's not forget the wisdom in Proverbs 27:1, "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring." Instead of envying, let's trust in God's plan for our lives.

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord, we come to You today, acknowledging our human nature and the struggles we face. Help us to resist the temptation to envy others' situations, especially when it comes to sexual sin. Remind us that Your ways are higher and Your plans for us are good. Give us the strength to resist temptation and the wisdom to make choices that honor You. For those of us who are single, we ask for patience and contentment in our current state. For those struggling with past sin, we ask for healing and restoration. Help us to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, and trust in Your perfect timing and plan. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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[His Daughter]

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Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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[The Encourager]

Genesis 5:24: And Enoch walked with God; and he was not, for God took him.

Prayer Focus: God, I ask You in Jesus' name bless me to walk with You the way Enoch walked with you. Show me what that looks like, and "let it be so" in my life. Let me find my worth in You God and see my worth in Your eyes. God all that I have asked of You in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of this prayer, my family and friends. God, Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, prayer, and works. Thank You Jesus!

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[The Encourager]

James 2:23 (NLT): And so, it happened just as the Scriptures say: “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.” He was even called the friend of God.

God, I come to You asking in Jesus’ name, show me what it looks like and teach me how to develop a stronger- ever- growing closer intimate relationship with You. God teach me how and bless me to become a true friend of Yours. Bless me to experience the joy and privilege of being Your friend. Let me be known by You and all the angels in heaven and on earth that I am a friend of God. Let this be my confession, “God calls me friend; I Am a Friend of God.” God, please strengthen my faith and trust in You. May my life bring glory to Your name. And God may You be proud to call me Your child, friend, and good and faithful servant. God please do the same for the writer of this prayer and all those I love and care about. God do this for each of us. Amen, so be it by faith. Thank You Jesus! Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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Nothing Can Separate You From God’s Love!

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