If we’re honest, more of our suffering than we’d prefer to admit is the result of our own unwise and sinful choices. While God surely uses suffering to sanctify us, 1 Peter 2:20 and 4:15 call us to avoid self-inflicted suffering because of unrighteous choices. Since suffering is a common context for sexual temptation, it’s important to examine the source and nature of our suffering.

In today’s episode, Mark Sanders explores common causes of our unnecessary suffering such as lifestyle choices, boredom, and unbelief toward God as our generous heavenly Father. He offers simple steps to you can take reduce the amount of this suffering in your life.

If your sexual temptations are marked by a desire to escape the suffering you experience, this article will help you identify the practical changes you can make while encouraging you to believe ...