Credo in Deum Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 "Mary, Mother most pure, and Joseph, chaste guardian of the Virgin, to you I entrust the purity of my soul and body. I beg you to plead with God for me that I may never for the remainder of my life soil my soul by any sin of impurity. I earnestly wish to be pure in thought, word and deed in imitation of your own holy purity. Obtain for me a deep sense of modesty, which will be reflected in my external conduct. Protect my eyes, the windows of my soul, from anything that might dim the luster of a heart that must mirror only Christ-like purity. And when the “Bread of Angels†becomes my food in Holy Communion, seal my heart forever against the suggestions of sinful pleasures. Finally, may I be among the number of those of whom Jesus spoke, “Blessed are the pure of heart for they shall see God.†Amen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share Posted May 17, 2014 (edited) "Christ is nailed to the Cross. And you?… Still taken up with your whims and fancies — or rather, nailed by them!" —St Josemaria Escriva Edited May 17, 2014 by tardis ad astra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted May 17, 2014 Author Share Posted May 17, 2014 (edited) Most pure virgin, St. Dymphna, we live at a time when many are intent on satisfying every carnal appetite. Your single-minded dedication to Christ alone is providential and inspiring. Please help us by your power with God to see life in proportion as you did. With your aid we propose to perform all our actions for a pure motive, and promptly to resist all our evil inclinations. Amen. Edited May 17, 2014 by tardis ad astra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappie Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 A prayer before logging onto the internet: Almighty and eternal God, who created us in Thine image and bade us to seek after all that is good, true and beautiful, especially in the divine person of Thine Only-begotten Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, grant, we beseech Thee, that, through the intercession of Saint Isidore, Bishop and Doctor, during our journeys through the internet we will direct our hands and eyes only to that which is pleasing to Thee and treat with charity and patience all those souls whom we encounter. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superblue Posted May 17, 2014 Share Posted May 17, 2014 One thing I have had brought to my attention is to not be so consumed with one sin and overlook the rest that are probably far worse... That being said, I have debated myself on pornography and masturbation to no end. But I do realize how it has twisted my view of intercourse between a couple ( married / heterosexual ) . And has to a degree growing up probably influenced who I dated and why or didn't date . An I can go into that detail if someone really wants to know. The problem I do see, is that the topic in general is so embarrassing for young children, there is the excitement that comes from doing and looking at something you shouldn't and then the embarrassment of the act. I for one did not have parents or teachers or even a religious ed class that warned of such things. The mind set was basically do not get caught. Now with technology evolving so fast, the access to porn is ridiculously easy and simple. And if it's not from the internet it is now coming from kids " sexting " . There is no standard teaching in religious ed classes in parishes to fight this, nor are there standard classes in parishes in general for parents to be taught about the ever evolution of this problem, how to address it with their children in a manner that is meaningful to everyone in the context of faith. Some days are harder than others for me, it use to be uncontrollable when I was younger, and the only thing I know for certain is I probably wont master it any time soon. an I say bah to the studies of it, one studies say it is healthy and natural, the other says it isn't, then you have to take into consideration the person, the abilities or disabilities which makes that person culpable or not to some degree. But if anything the sexual material should not be so easily accessed , and it is a balancing act, any time one brings it up in the public the industry screams first amendment rights. Well, there should be at least in the industry the willingness to make sure that only adults can access that material. Keep the collateral damage to a minimum at least. And this is just America, from what I have heard, in Europe there are some states that just show flat out nudity in any show, or commercials and there is no FCC at all. It's just all legal. anyhow, this seems like a great for support for those who want and need it. And I would hope no one would scoff at another person who chooses to fight this. If it were a thread for drug abuse one wouldn't be so quick to make such a remark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share Posted May 19, 2014 For times of temptation: Behold the Cross of the Lord! Flee ye adversaries! The Lion of the Tribe of Juda, The Root of David has conquered, alleluia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share Posted May 20, 2014 Prayers for anyone in need! :amen: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 Lord, inflame our hearts and our inmost beings with the fire of Your Holy Spirit, that we may serve You with chaste bodies and pure minds. Through Christ our Lord. Amen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted June 10, 2014 Author Share Posted June 10, 2014 :amen: for anyone struggling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted June 13, 2014 Author Share Posted June 13, 2014 Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. - Psalm 51:10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reminiscere Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 For all of those struggling - or not - with chastity I would like to recommend the Angelic Warfare, also known as the Confraternity of the Cord of St. Thomas Aquinas. For more info: http://angelicwarfare.org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Why is this thread no longer active? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 I wish it would be. I could use all the help I can get :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Credo in Deum Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 (edited) Why is this thread no longer active? Because you don't touch yourself at night? Edited June 30, 2014 by Credo in Deum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximillion Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I am at that age when the policemen and the plumber all start to look young and night time activities are restricted to sleep.......though I am starting to wonder if having an active libido at 65+ is becoming the new requirement that goes with nips, tucks (and a lobotomy). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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