Way of Purity - A Free Course

Day 1 - Part 3

Friend, if we set out to quit pornography, adultery, or any other form of sexual impurity for our own glory, we cannot expect God's assistance. Since God is the greatest good, He sets out to work all things for His own glory; if we seek to find freedom for our own glory, we are at cross-purposes with God. He will not share His glory with another (Isaiah 48:11).

This is a critical concept, so let’s look at an illustration in Judges 7:2

Note that God had to reduce the size of Gideon's army so that, when they won the battle, Israel would not claim glory for themselves. This might be the very reason we've not been successful in finding permanent freedom from impurity in the past! Perhaps God didn't want us to boast in ourselves, or in a certain program, or in following the advice of some guru. God desires His glory to be great in our salvation (Psalm 21:5).

God works for His own glory! This is why we must settle this issue of motivation right here in the beginning. Is our motive in desiring to break free to honor Him, or ourselves? Are we working with Him, or are we at cross-purposes with Him?

Now that we understand our purpose, be assured that there is great hope in having the glory of God as our motivation! If we have a purpose in our hearts to glorify God, then we are working in concert with God, and He will enable us to do what we seek to do. The proper motive (seeking God's glory) will ensure our success. God Himself comes to our aid, so that He will be glorified.

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