By Henry Preza Guilt by itself doesn’t solve anything. What truly matters is to confess sin before God and return to spiritual disciplines. Genuine repentance opens the door to restoration. Many young Christians struggle with masturbation and the guilt that comes with it. This article offers a biblical and practical reflection on how to face this habit, understand God’s forgiveness, and pursue genuine spiritual freedom. Masturbation and its false acceptance Some scholars define masturbation as a pleasurable practice that helps young people “get to know themselves better.” Others even describe it as a “blessing from God” to prevent human depravity, or as something acceptable up to a certain age. The problem with these views is that they move away from biblical truth. Something that goes against God’s design for sexuality can never be a blessing. Nor is it right to say that it’s acceptable at one stage of life and not at another, because masturbation often becomes a habit that last...
A Christian Perspective on Love and Values Por Henry Preza The importance of looking beyond the physical The most important thing in a relationship is not appearance, but the values that guide the person with whom you want to share your life. If you focus only on the outside, sooner or later disappointment will come, because physical beauty doesn’t last forever. But when you value the beauty of the heart, you will always feel proud of your partner. You will love them for who they are, not for what they have. Remember, you fall in love with a person, not a product. With products we choose what looks best, but in courtship it’s not about choosing what is most attractive to the eyes, but what has the most value in essence. Of course, you can marry someone who is handsome or beautiful, but if that person lacks values, there is a real risk they may become a “moral monster.” That’s why it’s so important to focus on inner qualities. A real experience I remember a woman who came ...