The Struggles of Maintaining a Celibate Lifestyle (Part 1)

478: The Struggles of Maintaining a Celibate Lifestyle (Part 1)

In this episode, Jay is joined by Christian singles life coach Kendra Elaine to address the question: What are the misconceptions that people have about celibacy?

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Episode Title: The Struggles of Maintaining a Celibate Lifestyle (Part 1)

Guest: Kendra Elaine – Follow Her on Twitter

Check out Kendra’s SOAP for Singles 30-Day Scripture Journal

Question We Address and Answer:

What are the misconceptions that people have about celibacy?

Key Lessons and Takeaways:

Struggles that can accompany living a celibate lifestyle.
What to do if you desire to live a celibate lifestyle.
The value in purity.
The importance of knowing why we want to be celibate.

Experience:

Kendra opens up about what led her to live a celibate lifestyle.

Scriptures:

“From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”” – Matthew 4:17 (NIV)

“A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” – Luke 6:45 (NKJV)

Hold Yourself Accountable:

Acknowledge your struggles, address them and learn how to overcome them.

Apply the Kingdom Principle:

“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” – 1 Corinthians 10:13 (NIV)

Take Action Now:

Read and learn more about why celibacy is a lifestyle and how to overcome the struggles you face.
Seek a support system of like-minded people who are living a celibate lifestyle and who are willing to hold you accountable.

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