1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set…
The more you desire an ANR, the less likely you are to notice that you’ve been blindsided by your desire, no matter how legitimate. You will be ensnared by a Satanic stronghold if you’re not careful. All things in moderation.
I read my Bible daily and have almost never missed a day in many years. But a few weeks ago, some ANR research had me flimsily read for several consecutive days. I read only for less than two minutes, knowing my heart wasn’t really in it, and that my primary desire was to check off…
The Cost of Discipleship 25 Now great crowds accompanied him, and he turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters, yes, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. 27 Whoever does not bear his…
Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god. By which god do you swear? In whom, or what, do you trust?
Unless you’re a mammogram technician, oncologist, healthcare worker, breast augmentation expert, bra designer or similar, you really shouldn’t be thinking of breasts much, especially if you’re a single guy. I’m single, and should definitely call myself out. I go through cycles. Sometimes, the obsession described above defines me. Then I get convicted and by the…
Flee Sexual Immorality 12 “All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be dominated by anything. — 1 Corinthians 6 Do All to the Glory of God 23 “All things are lawful,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful,” but…
The Temptation of Jesus 1 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 And after fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 And the tempter came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of…
Take time out to focus on your Lord and Savior. Take days off thinking of Couples Nursing. Spend your time instead on the spiritual disciplines, including serving others. Meditate on Scripture. Resolve to shift your thinking. See also Thou shalt have no other gods before me Obsession
I met a sweet, godly woman to whom I was getting more acquainted. But I made the foolish and untimely decision to share my ANR knowledge without adequate closeness or trust. Now that I’ve made that mistake, I’m determined to narrow down the timing, safety and wisdom of telling others about CN. I keep mulling…
27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of…
Exodus 20:3-5 King James Version (KJV) 3 Thou shalt have no other gods before me. 4 Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. 5 Thou shalt not bow down thyself…
“For I resolved to know nothing … except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” – 1 Corinthians 2:2 Further reading: What Does It Mean to Know Nothing except Christ and Him Crucified? FROM R.C. Sproul
I haven’t been in an ANR before and actual physical sin with women is not an issue for me, but if I said I haven’t recently been distracted and have my walk with Christ undermined, I’d be lying. I’m actually just coming out of a season of blindness and flesh-driven idolatry. I need your prayers.…
It’s too easy to be blindsided. ANR is incredibly beautiful but don’t let it become an idol. Trust me, if you let it, it can quickly become an overpowering, insidious and cruel master. It can save your marriage but not your soul. Always keep things in perspective. Repent of idolatry and keep your desires in…
Christian, would you be content never tasting the blessing that an ANR is? If these first century Christians were content having their lives stolen from them so violently, then you should be able to endure the pain of being ANR-less for the rest of your life. The same Spirit that empowered these early believers…
Not going to name drop but certain parts of the country are much more prudish than others, more specifically around the central states. No offence intended, as I’ve met folks from those areas with some traits I honestly find extremely attractive. In fact, I greatly their admire their family-friendly culture and I was even bent…
Be patient. Trust God. God will see you through and you’ll most likely taste this and enjoy His grace in this exceptionally beautiful relationship. As you serve the Lord and hold on to His promises, keep an eye out for a brother or sister that fits the ANR profile, knowing how and when to bring…
Those of us who really, really get it, who instinctively know that an ANR is a godsend, and is very biblical, are in even greater danger. I know this personally. My research and God-given insight into the divine gift of CN sometimes makes me idolize it, and it’s obligatory of me to caution my readers.…
“When their passions draw them away from Christ, they desire to marry and so incur condemnation for having abandoned their former faith.” – 1 Timothy 5:11-12
Not as quickly as sex or any other acts of intimacy but its ability to thrill will wane over time. Seek contentment in the One that never ages.
If this blog makes you stumble or in any way distracts you from Jesus Christ, stop visiting until you re-focus on the only One that deserves your obsession. Please spend more time reading your Bible than this blog. The point of my site is Christ, not ANR. Please forgive me if I’ve ever caused you to…
It’s incredibly hard to be a Christian sometimes. What a tightrope this is. When you’re a single man with a biblical, beautiful, yet sexual desire, you face a tough balancing act, thus I have some confessing to do. God’s Word mentions HN thrice as far as I know, but I sometimes think of it with disproportionate frequency. If…
The recent Ashley Madison leak has revealed some telling data. 99.95% of the site’s users are male. How does this compare to other matchmaking sites? On those tailored towards mainstream sexual activity, about 75 to 80% of users are male. In comparison, only 68% of heterosexual accounts on ANRSpace belong to men, but I strongly believe the actual…
Note: ANR in itself isn’t dangerous, our sinful hearts pose the real danger. While browsing through ANR dating profiles, I came across a woman I’ll never forget. She was very attractive physically, and also one of the handful of modestly dressed women on both websites on which I spotted her. And we have some things in…
Christ-centered ANR 