Turning away from pre-marital sex

[PerfectTiming]

I was wondering if anyone had pre-marital sex but then made the decision to stop and only have sex when they became married (or know someone who did this). I’m trying to do this at the moment and hope to find some help and inspiration. So I kind of have a few questions.

1. What made you change your mind about having pre-marital sex?
2. Was it difficult to stop?
3. Was there anything that helped you stick to your conviction?

Thank you

 

[svid]

1. Church teachings (I’m a revert)
2. Yes
3. Fear of the loss of Heaven and the pains of Hell

 

[Dave_B]

Waiting until marriage is the right thing to do. But obviously for most people this is very difficult. IF you dont suceed dont beat yourself up over it. Up until recent history people used to marry very young and stay married, but today it is a lot more difficult for people.

 

[Dorothy]

Waiting until marriage is the right thing to do. But obviously for most people this is very difficult. IF you dont suceed dont beat yourself up over it. Up until recent history people used to marry very young and stay married, but today it is a lot more difficult for people.

Yes, it is difficult, but…WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE! He is there for us with his grace
to help us. He accepts sincere repentance, and with a firm purpose of amendment and one’s cooperation with his grace his will in us can be done.

 

[baltobetsy]

You might find this thread interesting and possibly helpful. God bless you in your efforts to be chaste.