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The Westside Podcast—featuring Jonathan Hansen - The Westside Podcast | Summer on the Mount • Lust: Winning the Battle Within
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What does the Bible actually say about lust?
In this episode, Jonathan Hansen walks through Matthew 5:27-30, where Jesus addresses one of the most personal and misunderstood struggles people face. Instead of merely condemning outward behavior, Jesus reveals that lasting freedom begins with the condition of the heart.
Together, we'll explore the difference between temptation and lust, why Jesus says adultery begins long before an action is taken, and how the biblical framework of the heart, the eye, and the hand provides practical wisdom for overcoming sexual temptation. You'll also hear how the story of King David and Bathsheba serves as a powerful reminder of how unchecked desire can gradually lead us away from God's best.
Whether you're personally battling pornography, lust, or unwanted temptation—or you're simply seeking a deeper understanding of biblical sexuality and the teachings of Jesus—this episode offers practical encouragement, biblical truth, and genuine hope.
Freedom isn't found through trying harder. It begins by bringing hidden struggles into the light, inviting Jesus into the deepest places of our hearts, and taking faithful steps alongside trusted community. No matter where you've been or what you're facing, there is hope, healing, and freedom in Christ.
In this episode:
- What the Bible says about lust
- Lust vs. temptation
- Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:27-30
- Sexual purity and the Christian life
- Pornography, accountability, and healing
- King David and Bathsheba
- Practical steps toward lasting freedom