The Pursuit of Pleasure: A Godly PerspectiveSample

The Pursuit of Pleasure

All addictions stem from an idolatry issue. Although we’re not walking around worshiping wooden statues in this day and age, we still form idols in our hearts when we place anything before God in our lives – including the pursuit of pleasure (1 John 5:21).

Whether we realize it or not, our destructive habits, and the negative thinking patterns that accompany them, are developed to alleviate or numb the pain we feel inside (James 1:14-16). While we may seek escape through food, hobbies or other people, sooner or later, it becomes obvious that nothing we do will ever be enough to fill the void.

If you’re someone who is plagued with a feeling that something is missing, know you’re not alone. We were created with eternity in mind and the only person who could ever give us the soul satisfaction we yearn for is God (Ecclesiastes 3:11).