Dictionary of Bible Themes 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. Proverbs 6:25-29Lust has its origins in the heart and mind Matthew 5:28See also Genesis 3:6Job 31:1 James 1:13-15 1 John 2:16 Romans 1:21-27 Lust is natural to unbelievers See also Romans 7:51 Corinthians 6:9-10 1 Peter 4:3 2 Peter 2:14-18 Galatians 5:16-21 Believers can and must fight against lust by showing self-control Colossians 3:5See also 1 Corinthians 9:27Galatians 5:24 Ephesians 4:22 1 Thessalonians 4:4-5 2 Timothy 2:22 Titus 2:12 1 Peter 2:11 Genesis 39:6-12 Examples of lust Lust expressed as sexual desire 2 Samuel 11:2-5Potiphar's wife and Joseph 1 Timothy 6:9-10David and Bathsheba See also Lust for money 1 Timothy 3:3Ezekiel 23:1-21 The lustful desire of Israel and Judah for alliances See also Both kingdoms sought security from such alliances, rather than trusting in God. 3236 Holy Spirit & Scripture5413 money, attitudes 5454 power, God's saving 5793 arrogance 5833 diligence 5869 greed 6139 deadness, spiritual 6238 homosexuality 6242 adultery 6750 sin-bearer 8269 holiness, separation from worldly 8452 neighbours, duty to |
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