Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8700 Threats to the life of faith » 8777 lust An overpowering and compulsive desire or passion, especially of a sexual nature. Scripture condemns lust of all kinds, and urges believers to show self-control. Lust has its origins in the heart and mind Proverbs 6:25-29; Matthew 5:28 See also Genesis 3:6; Job 31:1; James 1:13-15; 1 John 2:16 Lust is natural to unbelievers Romans 1:21-27 See also Romans 7:5; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; 1 Peter 4:3; 2 Peter 2:14-18 Believers can and must fight against lust by showing self-control Galatians 5:16-21; Colossians 3:5 See also 1 Corinthians 9:27; Galatians 5:24; Ephesians 4:22; 1 Thessalonians 4:4-5; 2 Timothy 2:22; Titus 2:12; 1 Peter 2:11 Examples of lust Lust expressed as sexual desire Genesis 39:6-12 Potiphar's wife and Joseph; 2 Samuel 11:2-5 David and Bathsheba Lust for money 1 Timothy 6:9-10 See also 1 Timothy 3:3 The lustful desire of Israel and Judah for alliances Ezekiel 23:1-21 Both kingdoms sought security from such alliances, rather than trusting in God. See also
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