Choosing Purity When It's Hard

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  • Опубликовано: 5 янв 2025

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  • @LeahsEssence
    @LeahsEssence  5 лет назад +25

    Hey guys💕 if you have any wisdom or advice to share with her, comment it🙌🏾

    • @tjustice8052
      @tjustice8052 5 лет назад

      Hey Leah, for those of us who are not allowed to have social media, do you have an email we can ask you questions?
      Btw. I love your videos

    • @LeahsEssence
      @LeahsEssence  5 лет назад +1

      @@tjustice8052 hi! yes please send questions to LeahsEssence@gmail.com

    • @technoloverish
      @technoloverish 4 года назад

      @@LeahsEssence
      So when it comes to purity, is that something you think that the government should enforce? For example, up until recently, it was illegal in Florida for men and women to live together unless they were married. Is that something you think should be regulated, or do you feel it's more of an issue of personal conviction that is between a believer and God.

  • @shonamarie1116
    @shonamarie1116 5 лет назад +93

    Purity is something that we all struggle with, especially young people because we are extremely vulnerable rn. But even though we face many temptations, we must remember whose we are, and how we want to represent christ. Like Leah said, the battle is bigger than purity, its more of a battle of integrity to the Lord. Stay strong sis and God will see you through, your righteous intentions are not going unoticed. Much love ❤.

  • @03charlise
    @03charlise 5 лет назад +49

    So good, Sis! I would advise her to also set boundaries to what she’s watching and listening to! What we fill ourselves with will come out! It’s harder to stay pure if we’re listening and watching things that are opposite of what we’re striving towards.

    • @LeahsEssence
      @LeahsEssence  5 лет назад +5

      Elisha Bradsher oooh so true!! Thanks for mentioning that. That is major 🙌🏾

  • @MsFrevrysPoetry
    @MsFrevrysPoetry 5 лет назад +17

    I wish I received this advice 4 years ago when I started university. Sweetheart listen to her advice, I had to learn this on my own and I am now in my late 20s. Stay with your mindset and remain consistent in prayer! I am so proud of you! I will keep you in my prayers! There is a lot of blessings that's comes with purity. Stay strong sweetheart!

  • @princezzlainey
    @princezzlainey 5 лет назад +40

    I’m 17 and it really is a struggle sometimes, but I love god ❤️so I’m gonna keep moving forward btw this was amazing and helpful

  • @rachelstb8653
    @rachelstb8653 5 лет назад +33

    This has really blessed me today. I was praying and asking God how to make myself holy for him. And one day later you uploaded this video.. God is so great 😍😍
    Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 ❤️❤️

  • @supernasty10
    @supernasty10 5 лет назад +28

    was second guessing my decision to wait today then came across this video on my feed, God is good. ❤️🙏🏽
    I’m 21 by the way, it is soo hard out here, especially because a lot of guys say they “can’t wait” but I know God will show me the right man for me.

    • @BrandNewRedeemed
      @BrandNewRedeemed 5 лет назад +3

      Can't wait = kids.
      Please. Please. Please wait. You need to know what you want. Build yourself and for the love of God, please... Please wait so you don't end up miserable for having children too early.

    • @taters2883
      @taters2883 5 лет назад +2

      I understand this is the highest level. I've been so conflicted for a while😥

    • @estrellalyalmonte1770
      @estrellalyalmonte1770 5 лет назад +3

      You just have to patient & have faith.

    • @jenniferc2715
      @jenniferc2715 4 года назад

      🙏🏼💓💓

  • @adesuwa5111
    @adesuwa5111 5 лет назад +13

    Thank you for this message. As a 17 year old I deal with a lot of temptation, but through the grace of God I am learning how to set boundaries. I needed to hear this today. May GOD bless you.

  • @ninamichelle9216
    @ninamichelle9216 5 лет назад +19

    I'd like to say I am very proud of you and the maturity awareness level you are blessed with as a teen! I am a 32 year old woman who has just now reached this level/mentality in my life. God is doing a true transformation in my life and I am seeking purity and submitting my body to him.
    At age 16 I didn't and wasn't talk to about sex and it lead to teen pregnancy. Life has been a difficult journey for me sense I made the Choice to have sex out of wedlock and not submit my body to Christ. I agree with the statement Leah made, "todays decision will follow you throughout the rest of your life" so the decision you are making is a wonderful decision.
    I am a single mother of two children and I aspire to be a mother who will talk to both my children about purity and sexual self control. I pray my children have the beautiful mindset that you have now and in the teenage years. You are on the right track! I commit to praying for your strength every day, during your journey.
    God bless!

    • @LeahsEssence
      @LeahsEssence  5 лет назад +2

      Gurchet Fran thank you so much for sharing your story. I know it will encourage and inspire so many 🙌🏾

  • @nolwazimnguni7333
    @nolwazimnguni7333 5 лет назад +25

    "Set boundaries for yourself" Yess.. Thank you For this Leah.. As a 25 year old young woman, I needed this 🌸

    • @BannedBandit97
      @BannedBandit97 4 года назад

      A pure Christian woman in South Africa?? No way.

    • @nolwazimnguni7333
      @nolwazimnguni7333 4 года назад

      @@BannedBandit97 yes way.

    • @BannedBandit97
      @BannedBandit97 4 года назад

      Here's my IG: PowerPuffMkhize
      Have a blessed Sunday.

  • @joyceeinchrist
    @joyceeinchrist 5 лет назад +4

    This video really came I handy because I am currently in college and there has been a lot of corruption all around and noise. I would say I struggle and go through spiritual warfare even more now but, God promises that He will not suffer our foot to be moved (Psalm 121:3). I am confident that the Holy Spirit will keep me pleasing to Him. Each time something comes up, I talk back to it with the truth which is the word of God. Boundaries are very helpful to set in your friendships and potential relationship so that when you are in situations which goes against your boundaries (pleasing God), you can say no.

  • @Redbombshell81
    @Redbombshell81 5 лет назад +9

    I appreciate this video! It is much harder done than said though. Whenever I discuss celibacy with Christians a lot of people skipped over that part. Thus, can’t help me at all.
    One day at a time with the Lord for me 🙏🏽

  • @way2girly
    @way2girly 5 лет назад +37

    I remember I told my Christian counselor I wanted to stay a virgin till marriage and she asked me if I wanted to me a nun. 😂 she also discouraged me that I wouldn’t find a guy who would wait and suggested that I
    Masturbate. Smh. That was my role model as a teen. Don’t be discouraged. There is someone for you and it is well worth the wait! Even if you never got attention from a guy before, don’t give in to the temptation of feeling wanted and loved.

    • @trynabee5085
      @trynabee5085 5 лет назад +15

      way2girly I highly doubt that this counselor was a true Christian. You did not deserve to have such a bad advice. Hope you did find a better guidance

    • @kamariamcclure3108
      @kamariamcclure3108 5 лет назад +2

      @@trynabee5085 Hmmm. My sentiments exactly though. Prayed that all worked out in your favor!

    • @trynabee5085
      @trynabee5085 5 лет назад +1

      Kamaria McClure thanks sis. We really need prayers.

    • @kamariamcclure3108
      @kamariamcclure3108 5 лет назад +4

      @@dree743 Hmm.. it's really disheartening to hear your story girl.. esp the role of the elders, people whom you are supposed to look up to as influencers!! Glad you are able to share this though and encourage others. God is good!

    • @kamariamcclure3108
      @kamariamcclure3108 5 лет назад

      @@dree743 Amen!

  • @mrspeanutbuttercup91
    @mrspeanutbuttercup91 5 лет назад +5

    Great video! Im 28 and this video has blessed me. I am trying to walk in purity myself and not allowing myself to get distracted by what the world is doing. I am set apart and I am just now understanding that. I have nothing to be ashamed about for wanting to obey God.💖

  • @miraofalltrades
    @miraofalltrades 5 лет назад +8

    Leah, thank you so much for this video. I have been struggling with this lately as well and even though I’m not the girl that messaged you, I’m also a 16 year old from London so I really feel like God was directing this to me.

  • @blessingboamah7340
    @blessingboamah7340 5 лет назад +2

    This video is filled with wisdom and came right on time. The decisions we make today impact tomorrow. The Holy Spirit is our comforter and helper in any situation. You aren’t alone in your purity journey.

  • @thisisgrace6797
    @thisisgrace6797 5 лет назад +5

    As another 16 year old, I found this so incredibly encouraging x

  • @ChosenDeeDee
    @ChosenDeeDee 5 лет назад +2

    Wow!! For a 16 year old, you definitely carry the Holy Spirit. I am proud!! Well said Leah! Amazing advice!

  • @taylorh1287
    @taylorh1287 5 лет назад +7

    I haven't watched the video yet but you have so consistent with your content. We see it and we appreciate you ❤️

    • @LeahsEssence
      @LeahsEssence  5 лет назад +2

      aww thanks so much girl!! that means a lot!🙌🏾

  • @KyleighFran
    @KyleighFran 5 лет назад +1

    Woah I wish I saw this video 3 years ago. I really needed to hear this. Leah, you're truly anointed. Thank you thank you.

  • @carlaribeirosky7130
    @carlaribeirosky7130 5 лет назад +11

    Hi Leah, you are an awesome young lady. keep up the good work. God bless you.💖

  • @rachelsteelman3448
    @rachelsteelman3448 5 лет назад +1

    The fact that you uploaded this at this specific moment is such a God thing for me. Thank you.❤️

  • @ShanaSephora
    @ShanaSephora 3 года назад +1

    Great message for ALL ages. Absolutely fantastic Leah ✝️😊

  • @najahmonique1141
    @najahmonique1141 4 года назад +1

    I really needed to hear this being at the age of 19 this is something that has been really getting to me .

    • @LeahsEssence
      @LeahsEssence  4 года назад

      you can do it girl! You are strong enough to overcome any temptation, because God is with you. I am glad this video helped encourage you- keep up the good work!

  • @missebonybanks
    @missebonybanks 5 лет назад +4

    I have been celibate for a year now and honestly it was not hard at all . I waited until I was engaged to break my virginity and that engagement didn’t last because I ended it. I pledged a year to God to stray from sex and now this year is up and I’m thinking about doing another year 🙌🏾 mind over matter

  • @debrawanjuhi7815
    @debrawanjuhi7815 5 лет назад +8

    Thank you Leah, I'm also 17 and I've been dealing with this too. Thank you :)

  • @kamariamcclure3108
    @kamariamcclure3108 5 лет назад +1

    Good video Leah. Loving these encouragements. Will truly share with some of my young ones at our Church's youth group!!!

  • @revivalmusic8879
    @revivalmusic8879 2 года назад

    Temptations will always come, but God is stronger. Hold on even if it gets stronger....his grace gets even stronger it is so possible to stay pure, but it is a daily walk of pressing into the holyspirit.

  • @revivalmusic8879
    @revivalmusic8879 2 года назад

    Add these temptations make your faith stronger....you also need to remember that nothing comes your way that God doesn't know about He knows it already and He knows the way out...God is not suprised at what we face he actually permits it to happen and he has the solution to it.....nothing happens to you that has gone passed His control so that should be testimony enough for you to stand firm may the holyspirit give you strength and grace.

  • @gloriaa.2442
    @gloriaa.2442 5 лет назад +1

    Just found your channel, great videos💛 God bless.

  • @dayniellenewman9487
    @dayniellenewman9487 2 года назад

    Great advice

  • @TjRizzles09
    @TjRizzles09 5 лет назад

    Wonderful Message. God Bless

  • @neemanabwangu8384
    @neemanabwangu8384 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you 😍

  • @jamilahwilliams8798
    @jamilahwilliams8798 4 года назад

    Jeez I wish I heard this earlier.... Great video

  • @storres9198
    @storres9198 5 лет назад +2

    The Battle is the LORD'S! Through his strength we can live great uncommon lives!

  • @tashsaunders1848
    @tashsaunders1848 5 лет назад +1

    Love this 💕💕🍃

  • @shanellesealy3072
    @shanellesealy3072 5 лет назад +1

    Hello wonderful 16 year old, Be Strong and Very Courageous be of cheer God is with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you.

  • @kamerym6324
    @kamerym6324 5 лет назад

    Thank you Leah 🙂💕

  • @tiatia6723
    @tiatia6723 5 лет назад

    Wish you posted this video around this time last year...🥺😔😢

  • @completelysharise1372
    @completelysharise1372 5 лет назад

    Great video ❤️😉

  • @HelenKathrynn
    @HelenKathrynn 5 лет назад +1

    ❤❤

  • @MishaJay
    @MishaJay 5 лет назад

    🙏🏾❤️‼️

  • @TheophilusTJWiley
    @TheophilusTJWiley 5 лет назад

    To the young woman I have to this say: keep seeking the father because his love, wisdom, grace, and mercy is all that can get you through it. Do everything by way of jesus christ with the holy spirit as your spiritual guide and you will be alright.

  • @khiyahgriffin184
    @khiyahgriffin184 5 лет назад +1

    I think you should check out the God is Grey youtube channel(don’t judge title doesn’t mean what you think) and hear other perspectives about “purity culture” because it’s not all cupcakes and rainbows, it’s really messed up many women’s lives mentally and emotionally.

    • @BrandNewRedeemed
      @BrandNewRedeemed 5 лет назад +3

      I'm not sure where you are going with this but there is no grey on the matter. Dude sex equals kids thats all everyone needs to know. Once you have them there is no going back. If you're young its going to wreck you but no one tells you that. Our society thinks single moms are so cool and capable. Truth is its some of the worst things you'd ever want to go through, not to mention the spiritual baggage that comes along with having sex with a man who is unholy and does not choose marriage to you but his flesh, which is what he was choosing from the beginning with having sex with you. Its simply too much and it sucks. All of it.

    • @taters2883
      @taters2883 5 лет назад +5

      @@BrandNewRedeemed no one is ever truly honest about single motherhood. Everyone always makes it seem like it was a choice and planned when we all know it really wasn't

  • @BrandNewRedeemed
    @BrandNewRedeemed 5 лет назад

    No purity = kids. Easy.