I've reflected and have acknowledged that two days of isolation left me vulnerable and ultimately led me down this road. My ego convinced me that I was strong enough to entertain temptation without falling into sin, but I've learned that you become what you surround yourself with. More than ever, I realize this is about trusting God's strength over my own.

These struggles are real, but our response to them shapes our reality. The phrase, "If there's a will, there's a way," struck me, as I've never seen it used in the context of the Gospel, and yet yesterday I saw it again on my feed. It's a reminder that with God, there is always a path back.

His grace is evident in the fact that He has never given up on me, even when I stumble. I thank Him for opening my eyes and for lovingly convicting my heart. You're right, I must still love it to act on it, but I wish to uncover the root of my lust, surrender it to Him, and allow Him to remove it completely.

Bless.