The lust for life is a driver in many areas of our lives. This can get us into difficulties because it is centred on a desire to fulfill the lusts of the flesh. The bible talks about the lusts of the flesh in negative terms, like the lusts of the eyes and the pride of life. Yet this is the area that many of us struggle with. What is driven by lust is carnal and needs to be crucified, for it does not glorify God. The lust for sex drives sexual attractions. It may be covered up as love, but the driver is usually a strong sexual drive. When the goal is achieved, the lust often reveals its true colours. Lust drives you and controls you. Love, on the other hand, always thinks of the other. It is never self-centred. The only remedy for lust is death. No compromise will be effective. No amount of counselling can quell the power of lust. Fasting is one way to crucify the lust till it is rendered powerless. Jesus will help you overcome your lusts as you surrender to His control. Surrender is a position of trust. Obedience follows surrender. To obey is to trust that He will do what He promises. Addictions are driven by lust for food or sex or any other desire that is wholly self-satisfying. Fast and pray till you have control over it.
