What Does the Bible Say About Lust?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on lust
La Biblia aborda la lujuria en varios pasajes, advirtiendo sobre sus peligros y llamando a la pureza de corazón y mente. La lujuria se describe como un deseo egoísta y pecaminoso que puede llevar a la destrucción espiritual y moral. La Biblia nos insta a resistir la tentación de la lujuria y a buscar la pureza en nuestras acciones y pensamientos.
Bible Verses About Lust
Matthew 5:28
“But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”
1 John 2:16
“For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.”
James 1:14-15
“But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.”
Galatians 5:16
“So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”
Colossians 3:5
“Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry.”
2 Timothy 2:22
“Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.”
1 Peter 2:11
“Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul.”
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